INVESTIGATOR 3

Reporting to the supervisor of the ADOSH Whistleblower/Investigation Unit, this position is responsible for conducting retaliation investigations under the jurisdiction of the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health state plan program. The investigator will conduct complex investigations to determine compliance with Arizona Revised Statue 23-425.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Conduct investigations to determine compliance with Arizona Revised Statute §23-425, to include conducting on-site interviews, collecting evidence and statements, employee agreements and compensation packages.
● Conducts initial intakes on notices of discrimination complaints and completes required intake forms. Prepare, send and track written communication with involved parties to gather pertinent information to resolve a complaint.
● Continuous correspondence with complainants and respondents by phone, email, mail or in person in relation to an ongoing investigation.
● Evaluate data collected and make recommendations based on the evidence whether a violation of Arizona Revised Statute §23-425 has occurred and whether the case should be pursued by our ICA Legal Division upon recommendation of the Industrial Commission.
● Attending, contributing and offering solutions to the Arizona Management System (AMS) in place for the Whistleblower/Investigations section. This includes small projects to improve upon a current policy and procedure in ADOSH.
● Attend and complete scheduled training classes to improve upon skills necessary to enhance knowledge in the field. Research, schedule and conduct training within ADOSH compliance to build upon and enhance investigator's knowledge and skills.

Salary

• $49,500

Qualifications

Knowledge of
● Occupational Safety and Health Act and standards
● Division section personnel and functions Grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure
● Salesforce computer operations, data entry procedures and formatting
● Appropriate business letter formatting
● ADOSH Forms
● Whistleblower Investigations Manual (WIM) ADOSH Field Operations Manual (FOM) Windows, MS Word, MS Excel and Google Suite

Skill in:
● Salesforce computer operations Word Processing
● Typing, editing and formatting
● Time management
● Answering telephone calls in a professional manner and directing them when needed Organization
● Analyze
● Interviewing techniques

Ability to:
● Communicate well verbally and written Deal with irate, difficult and saddened complainants
● Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relations with others Recognize and engage those with different backgrounds, characteristics, and perspectives to bridge gaps in understanding of differing viewpoints, as well as ensuring persons with diverse perspectives are given the opportunity to collaborate and provide input in the direction making process.
● Working with large numbers and record accurately
● Conduct Investigations

Ideal candidates will have:
• Bachelor's degree in a related safety and/or health field from an accredited college or university OR three years experience conducting complex regulatory, law enforcement or private investigations. Training in legal procedures pertaining to regulatory, law enforcement or private investigations.
• Completed courses/training in investigation techniques and procedures
• Completed training in legal procedures pertaining to regulatory, law enforcement or private investigations.

Arizona Driver's License:
Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Other Information

If you have any questions please feel free to call 602-542-5559 or email HR@azica.gov for assistance.

Benefits

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

You will be eligible to participate in the state employee health/disability insurance plan, and you are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). ASRS participation may begin immediately or upon your 27th week of employment. Contributions are matched by the employer.