Senior Investigator - Harassment and Discrimination (Hybrid)

United Airlines•Chicago, IL

8d•$81,795 - $106,602•Hybrid

About The Position

This position reports directly to the Senior Manager, Harassment & Discrimination Investigations, and is primarily responsible for conducting prompt, thorough, objective, and confidential investigations of internal and external complaints of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and/or policy violations. This position ensures that all internal and external investigations are conducted in accordance with the Company’s established policies and procedures. This position shall be responsible for conducting investigations globally.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (Human Resources or other related fields) or equivalent work experience in a corporate setting investigating policy violations
3-5+ years of corporate investigative experience
Extensive experience conducting effective workplace investigations involving in-person or virtual interviews of employees and vendors throughout all functional areas
Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws
Strong analytical, fact-finding, and evidence-gathering skills
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to build and maintain credibility within all levels of the organization
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive, employment-related information
Ability to be flexible and exercise a sense of urgency in handling multiple cases, effectively planning, organizing, and prioritizing cases
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to travel up to 10%
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Nice To Haves

Experience working with and the ability to partner with Legal Counsel, Human Resources, Labor Relations, etc.
Strong work ethic and ability to exercise sound judgment
Previous HR investigative experience

Responsibilities

Lead prompt, thorough, and impartial workplace investigations of complaints involving allegations of harassment and discrimination, and other policy violations, as assigned by the Senior Manager, Harassment & Discrimination Investigations
Prepare timely, comprehensive investigative reports to be distributed to the Senior Manager of Harassment & Discrimination Investigations, Legal Counsel, Human Resources, Labor Relations, and other senior leaders
Identify, gather, analyze, and preserve documents and physical evidence to support investigations
Deliver objective, well-organized investigative reports and outcomes to senior leadership ensuring clarity and accuracy in presenting findings
Review investigative reports prepared by peers to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to investigative standards