EEO INVESTIGATOR

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

2d • $66,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a knowledgeable and driven Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Investigator to lead and manage all aspects of Equal Opportunity compliance across the department. In this pivotal role, you’ll advise leadership, investigate complaints of discrimination, ensure adherence to state and federal regulations, and promote a fair, respectful, and inclusive work environment. You'll also work closely with internal teams and external agencies, deliver impactful training, and guide policy development to ensure EEO standards are upheld. Regular travel to all complexes is required to build strong, collaborative relationships, foster trust, and support meaningful change initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a dynamic public service environment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations and procedures pertaining to personnel administration, ADOA Personnel Rules, FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO, Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Arizona State government operation and structure/functions within ADCRR
• Knowledge of personal computers and software, business English and proper grammar
• Knowledge of methods of effective management, counseling and mediation practices, and problem solving methods
• Skill in verbal and written communications
• Skill in time management
• Skill in organization
• Skill in interpersonal relations
• Skill in typing
• Skill in problem solving
• Skill in decision making
• Skill in management
• Skill in leadership
• Skill in administrative tasks
• Skill in team building
• Skill in research
• Ability to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas
• Ability to effectively interpret policy and procedures
• Ability to analyze problems/complaints and determine acceptable solutions
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor
• Ability to remain objective
• Ability to periodically travel to the institutions
• Ability to indirectly oversee projects and/or programs
• Ability to provide guidance to a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years experience working as an HR professional with a background in conducting workplace investigations, interpreting employment laws, and advising on complex employee relations issues, particularly within a government environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance and recommendations to management/employees of employee-related issues, Including equal opportunity, ADA, FMLA, employee extended medical leave and chronic absenteeism.
• Assembles meetings with management on extremely confidential employee matters dealing with employee equal opportunity matters
• Provides guidance on department policies and procedures
• Conducts EEO fact-finding investigations and prepares a comprehensive report with recommendations for management review and appropriate action
• Reviews, revises, and/or composes professional correspondence
• Conducts detailed research and review of policies, statutes, and investigations to ensure accurate information is contained within finalized letters, reports and correspondence
• Monitors time frames to ensure policy adherence, maintains complex reports, and ensures documents are placed into the database
• Develop and present training as needed and/or required regarding Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), ADA, FMLA, military leave and Departmental policies, etc.
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed