Eeo Investigator

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

4d • $66,000 • Onsite

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
• Personal computers and software, business English and proper grammar
• Methods of effective management, counseling and mediation practices, and problem solving methods
• Skill in: Verbal and written communications
• Time management
• Organizational
• Interpersonal relations
• Typing
• Problem solving
• Decision making
• Management Leadership
• Administrative
• Team building
• Research
• Ability to: Effectively communicate thoughts and ideas
• Effectively interpretation of policy and procedures
• Analyze problems/complaints and determine acceptable solutions
• Maintain a professional demeanor
• Remain objective
• Periodically travel to the institutions
• Indirectly oversee projects and/or programs
• Provide guidance to a diverse group of individuals
• Maintain confidentiality
• Driver’s License Requirements.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

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
• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

What This Job Offers

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