Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Hourly Department: Department of County Management (DCM) Job Type: On-Call Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): The Opportunity: Hourly Rate: $38.98 to $55 / hour Note: Please read through the entire job announcement; be sure to include a cover letter which includes the requested supplement information listed under “The Application Packet” section. This recruitment is Open Until Filled, with a first review date of 9 a.m. on Monday June 03, 2024. This recruitment may be used to fill full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration and on-call positions. Overview: At Multnomah County, we are committed to providing a safe and intimidation-free work environment for our employees, as well as providing consistent and equitable processes for addressing workplace concerns. The Protected Class Complaint Investigation Unit (CIU) supports the County’s commitment to safe, welcoming, and inclusive employee experiences that are consistent with a work culture of safety, trust, and belonging. On-Call Workplace Investigators investigate various types of employee complaints, with a focus on protected class discrimination allegations. Are you effective in managing your time and workload with competing priorities, while still producing work products that are accurate, timely, and thorough? Has your professional career been focused on promoting equity through fact-finding? Do you understand the presence of power, privilege, and implicit bias in investigations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! As our On-Call Workplace Investigator, you responsibilities will include: Conducting complex investigations into sensitive allegations of workplace complaints. Analyzing complaints and proposed actions through an equitable lens and use of a trauma-informed approach in order to facilitate resolutions and strategies that promote a workforce culture of safety, trust, and belonging. Conducting effective witness interviews with appropriate tact and impartiality. Authoring detailed professional reports in a timely manner and maintaining well-organized and accurate case files. Regularly communicating with complainants, respondents, HR staff, and department leadership on the status of investigations and presenting final case findings. Analyzing casework data to identify issue trends and opportunities for proactive issue mitigation, with a focus on racial equity. Maintain documentation of investigation files and reports in accordance with county record retention rules. Exhibiting the highest level of integrity and professional standards at all times. To Qualify: We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of experience. Three (3) years of experience in areas that include investigations, employee relations, interpreting policies, and/or collective bargaining agreements. Experience advancing racial justice and applying equity framework in processes and decision making. Experience applying a trauma-informed approach in strategies that support building safety and trust. Strong oral and written communication skills, including experience preparing clear, concise, and comprehensive reports. High level of integrity, detail, thoroughness, and accuracy. Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills. Investigation Certificate (AWI-CH, etc) and/or a professional HR Certificate (SHRM-SCP, PHR, etc). Experience in a unionized or public sector environment. Experience investigating discrimination, harassment, retaliation, employee misconduct, or sexual misconduct complaints. Experience in applying mediation practices to manage dynamic and challenging conversations. Ability to navigate a political environment with a high level of savviness. *Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. Screening and Evaluation: The Application Packet A completed online application An uploaded resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, and the number of employees under your supervision (if applicable). An uploaded cover letter that answers the following questions: a. Why are you interested in the On-Call Workplace Investigator position? b. What drives your approach to conducting equitable investigations? Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be used and determine your eligibility for an interview. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment. The Selection Process and Timeline: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows: Initial review of minimum qualifications: We may do an additional preferred review and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those highest qualified. Consideration of top candidates: We will consider qualified candidates in order of rank and score from the list of eligible candidates. This may include panel interview(s), a hiring interview, and/or additional testing to determine the best candidates for a position. Professional reference checks: All finalists must pass reference checks. Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Additional Information: This is a non-represented management position; it is not eligible for overtime. This position has a hybrid telework status which is a mix of telework and in-office. Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions? Recruiter: Prudence Veach Email: prudence.s.veach@multco.us Phone: 1 (503) 7937430 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. 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