Wage Claim Investigator

State of Utah•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Utah Labor Commission is hiring a Wage Claim Investigator for the Utah Antidiscrimination and Labor Division (UALD). In this hybrid position, the investigator serves as a neutral fact-finder on claims involving unpaid wages and child labor law violations. The role requires gathering and analyzing facts, applying relevant law, and preparing written orders with findings of fact, legal analysis, and conclusions of law. The position offers in-person and telework opportunities to Utah residents; full-time in-office training is required before remote work is available. Employees working from home must have Wi-Fi access and perform all work within Utah. The role is based at 160 East 300 South, Salt Lake City, Utah. A criminal history check is required; no drug test is required.

Requirements

Prior experience applying the law to a specific set of facts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Successfully pass a criminal history check.
For work from home, have Wi-Fi access and perform all work within Utah.

Nice To Haves

A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent training and experience, such as a Paralegal Certificate or a Master of Legal Studies (MLS) degree combined with prior law-office experience on legal matters.
Experience with the Utah Payment of Wages Act, Utah Employment of Minors Act, and Utah Minimum Wage Act.
Prior legal or investigative experience, including collecting, reviewing, and analyzing evidence; interviewing witnesses or parties; conducting legal research and analysis; drafting decisions, motions, memoranda, or orders; and managing a caseload while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

Review complaints involving the Utah Payment of Wages Act, Employment of Minors Act, and Minimum Wage Act to determine whether violations occurred.
Interview relevant parties and witnesses.
Review evidence and statements submitted by parties and request relevant evidence.
Conduct occasional on-site investigations.
Draft legal orders containing concise decisions, findings of fact, analysis, and conclusions of law based on the facts and applicable statutes, laws, and rules.
Receive, research, and respond to incoming questions or complaints.
Provide information, explain policies and procedures, and facilitate resolutions.
Deliver presentations or instruction to staff, management, or the general public.
Manage several cases at once and meet deadlines.