Contingent Employee Relations Investigator - County Administration, Office of Human Resources, Howard County, MD, Ellicott City, MD
Howard County, MD -
Ellicott City, MD,
US
Contingent Employee Relations Investigator - County Administration, Office of Human Resources
Date Posted: 2024-04-23
Job description
Salary: $45.00 - $50.00 Hourly
Location : Elkridge, MD
Job Type: Contingent
Job Number: 24-00229
Department: County Administration
Division: County Admin - Human Resources
Opening Date: 09/27/2023
POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
Professional level contingent human resources work which includes a variety of duties in the areas of EEO investigation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Contingent Employee Relations Investigator duties include the following.
Under general direction, assists with and conducts timely, accurate labor relations investigations.
Examples of expectations are provided below:
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and use hands. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are required to travel to different work sites.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to write complex reports and correspondence in such a manner as to be understandable by readers not familiar with human resources terminology.
Ability to read and interpret complex documents related to areas of responsibility.
Ability to speak effectively before groups.
Knowledge of methods and techniques employed in gathering and compiling data. Ability to use computerized methods to research information.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Employee must be able to travel to County worksites and other locations as needed for investigative tasks and interviews or to provide training.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TO APPLY: You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.
At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (
Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.
Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.
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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The submitted electronic document must outline accurate dates to include (month and year) in association with each work history entry. Vague descriptions of experience will not be considered. Please include all pertinent experience in your application to include, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other such work history that is applicable to the position for which you wish to be considered. Descriptions of duties that state "see resume" will negatively impact your candidacy as resumes cannot be substituted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants will not be contacted for clarification or additional information.
02
Which best describes your level of education? (JD)
03
Do you possess four (4) or more years of professional human resources experience conducting impartial investigations of complaints of employee misconduct, employee concerns, violation of County regulation and policies, allegations of discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class status, retaliation, workplace violence, and misuse of County property?
04
If you four (4) or more years of professional human resources work experience conducting impartial investigations of complaints of employee misconduct, employee concerns, violation of County regulation and policies, allegations of discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class status, retaliation, workplace violence, and misuse of County property, then please describe you work in detail. Please also provide employer, position title, and years of experience.Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.
05
Do you have demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of Title VII and employment-related laws, rules, and regulations to provide comprehensive analysis of case assignments?
06
If you have demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of Title VII and employment-related laws, rules, and regulations to provide comprehensive analysis of case assignments, then please describe your work in detail. Please also provide employer, position title, and years of experience. Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.
07
Do you have experience investigating, gathering, and analyzing information to ensure that employment actions comply with established policies, HR laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA's)?
08
If you have experience investigating, gathering, and analyzing information to ensure that employment actions comply with established policies, HR laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA's), then please describe your work in detail. Please also include employer, job title and years of experience.Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.
09
How did you hear about this position?
10
I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.
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I certify that the information submitted in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false, erroneous, and/or misleading information may result in elimination from the hiring process and termination of employment if hired.
Required Question
Location : Elkridge, MD
Job Type: Contingent
Job Number: 24-00229
Department: County Administration
Division: County Admin - Human Resources
Opening Date: 09/27/2023
POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
Professional level contingent human resources work which includes a variety of duties in the areas of EEO investigation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Contingent Employee Relations Investigator duties include the following.
Under general direction, assists with and conducts timely, accurate labor relations investigations.
Examples of expectations are provided below:
- Conducts impartial investigations of complaints of employee misconduct, work complaints, or other employee concerns, including for example, complaints based on violation of County regulation and policies, allegations of discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class status, retaliation, workplace violence, and misuse of County property.
- Analyzes allegations of the complaint and researches applicable regulations and policies associated with those complaints to identify the appropriate violation(s) to investigate.
- Develops an investigation plan and researches background information related to the complainant, respondent, witnesses, and other related parties. Provides notifications of the investigation to appropriate parties, including respondents, witnesses, and applicable unions.
- Documents findings of the investigation process in a timely fashion by preparing an investigation report for formal investigations and other fact-finding reports, position statements, and case files.
- Prepares investigative plans.
- Conducts telephone, in-person, or video interviews, and assists with responses to requests for information or interrogatories;
- Prepares timely investigation reports and other fact-finding reports, position statements, and case files.
- .Reviews issues to ensure consistent and clear guidance on the application of organizational policies, County Code and collective bargaining agreements.
- Investigates, gathers and analyzes information to ensure that employment actions comply with established policies, HR laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
- Prepares clear, accurate written communications.
- Attends hearings and participates as a witness as needed.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Previous experience in conducting investigations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and use hands. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are required to travel to different work sites.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to write complex reports and correspondence in such a manner as to be understandable by readers not familiar with human resources terminology.
Ability to read and interpret complex documents related to areas of responsibility.
Ability to speak effectively before groups.
Knowledge of methods and techniques employed in gathering and compiling data. Ability to use computerized methods to research information.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Employee must be able to travel to County worksites and other locations as needed for investigative tasks and interviews or to provide training.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TO APPLY: You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.
At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (
Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.
Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.
01
Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The submitted electronic document must outline accurate dates to include (month and year) in association with each work history entry. Vague descriptions of experience will not be considered. Please include all pertinent experience in your application to include, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other such work history that is applicable to the position for which you wish to be considered. Descriptions of duties that state "see resume" will negatively impact your candidacy as resumes cannot be substituted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants will not be contacted for clarification or additional information.
- Yes
- No
02
Which best describes your level of education? (JD)
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Juris Doctorate
- Other Doctorate
03
Do you possess four (4) or more years of professional human resources experience conducting impartial investigations of complaints of employee misconduct, employee concerns, violation of County regulation and policies, allegations of discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class status, retaliation, workplace violence, and misuse of County property?
- Yes
- No
04
If you four (4) or more years of professional human resources work experience conducting impartial investigations of complaints of employee misconduct, employee concerns, violation of County regulation and policies, allegations of discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class status, retaliation, workplace violence, and misuse of County property, then please describe you work in detail. Please also provide employer, position title, and years of experience.Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.
05
Do you have demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of Title VII and employment-related laws, rules, and regulations to provide comprehensive analysis of case assignments?
- Yes
- No
06
If you have demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of Title VII and employment-related laws, rules, and regulations to provide comprehensive analysis of case assignments, then please describe your work in detail. Please also provide employer, position title, and years of experience. Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.
07
Do you have experience investigating, gathering, and analyzing information to ensure that employment actions comply with established policies, HR laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA's)?
- Yes
- No
08
If you have experience investigating, gathering, and analyzing information to ensure that employment actions comply with established policies, HR laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA's), then please describe your work in detail. Please also include employer, job title and years of experience.Be advised that "See Resume" is not an adequate response.
09
How did you hear about this position?
- NEOGOV/GOVT Jobs
- Linked In
- Maryland Association of Counties
- National Association of Counties
- CEAM
- ASCE
- Indeed
- Employee Referral
- Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Maryland Recreation and Parks Association (MRPA)
- Handshake
- Career Fair
- Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service
- Other
10
I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.
- I have read and understand the language outlined above.
11
I certify that the information submitted in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false, erroneous, and/or misleading information may result in elimination from the hiring process and termination of employment if hired.
- I have read and understand the language outlined above.
Required Question