As a member of the Human Resources Investigative Unit (HRIU), and under the guidance of the Director of Internal Workplace Investigations, the Human Resources Investigator II conducts prompt, thorough, and impartial investigations of complaints alleging violations of the City's policies. This position will use investigative skills and procedural knowledge to handle situations of moderate complexity.

1. Participate in complaint assessment and assist in determining timing, scope, and overall investigative plan.
2. Participate in the joint investigation of protected class complaints with the Minneapolis Police Department's (MPD) Internal Affairs Unit (IAU) when those complaints originate in the MPD.
3. Assist in responding to requests from the City Attorney's Office for litigation preparation by researching HRIU records and providing investigative data and materials, as required.
4. Serve as a neutral factfinder in conducting and overseeing investigations, interviewing relevant parties, gathering and analyzing relevant documents and information, and assessing participant credibility.
5. Write investigative summary reports that are timely, thorough, and well-written.
6. As a subject matter expert on protected class investigations, support the Director of Internal Workplace Investigations in managing the HRIU complaint investigation process, including providing advice and non-legal counsel to City leadership and HR Business Partners when appropriate.
7. Assist in managing electronic record keeping for investigations and ensure data accuracy.
8. Throughout the investigative process, effectively communicate and manage the expectations of affected leadership and participants.
9. Maintain current knowledge of workplace investigations and best practices through regular continuing education and active membership in the Association of Workplace Investigators.
10. Ensure discretion and appropriate handling of sensitive employee information.
11. Remain diplomatic, neutral, and respectful to all parties throughout the investigation process.
12. Appear for depositions and as a witness for the City in litigation for protected class investigations.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Regular indoor setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Communications, Journalism, Legal, or a related field.
• Note: Additional position-related professional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
  
  

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Two years of related work investigations experience.
  
  

LICENCES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Within the first two years, must attend the Association of Workplace Investigators Academy and attain the AWI-CH certificate. Cost and time to attend provided by employer.

1. Knowledge of workplace investigative techniques and principles
2. Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal discrimination laws and regulations
3. Ability to manage and control investigative processes
4. Ability to maintain a consistently high level of detail and accuracy.
5. Strong critical thinking and analysis skills.
6. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
7. Ability to recognize personal bias and remain impartial and objective.
8. Ability to work effectively with people of differing backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives
9. Advanced ability to use modern office technology and web-based navigation.
10. Ability to work flexible work hours with some evening hours required

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.