Investigations Analyst Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• A four-year high school diploma or equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in one or more of the fields of accounting, auditing, correction administration, criminal justice administration and planning, forensic science, security, human resources, labor relations, or legal affairs; or a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Ability to handle sensitive personnel matters with discretion, exercise sound judgment, and uphold ethical standards, fairness, and consistency.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, union representatives, and Human Resources staff.
• Availability may be required to address time-sensitive investigations, meetings, or other urgent matters.
• Other requirements may apply in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree and professional experience in human resources, employee relations, labor relations, investigations, compliance, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in any capacity of investigations.
• Experience managing employee relations cases.
• Thorough knowledge of investigative techniques, interviewing methods, documentation standards, and report writing.
• Ability to evaluate complex information, assess credibility, identify relevant facts, and draw objective, well-supported conclusions.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize findings, resolve conflicts, de-escalate sensitive situations, and communicate professionally with individuals at all levels.
• Working knowledge of civil service rules, personnel administration, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct impartial investigations into misconduct, policy violations, workplace disputes, and other employee-relations matters.
• Interview involved parties and witnesses, gather evidence, and prepare investigative reports summarizing findings and recommended findings.
• Manage employee relations cases from intake through resolution, ensuring timely follow-up and accurate documentation.
• Support labor relations, including grievances, disciplinary actions, and collective bargaining inquiries.
• Advise supervisors and employees on policies, procedures, and workplace expectations.
• Partner with HR leadership to recommend corrective actions and ensure compliance with civil service rules, legal requirements, contractual obligations, and agency policies.
• Maintain confidential case files and prepare summaries, correspondence, and materials for HR leadership and legal review.
• Support HR initiatives, policy reviews, personnel processes, and operational improvements as needed.