Employee Relations/Workplace Investigator

The Employee Relations/Workplace Investigator (Investigator) serves as a professional, independent investigator, responsible for conducting neutral, thorough and well-document investigations of workplace misconduct, violations of University policy, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other equal opportunity-related matters. The Investigator plays a crucial role in promoting a fair and inclusive workplace, and in protecting the rights of employees and they are committed to promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity for all university employees.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Employee Relations/Sr. Employee Relations Consultant, the Investigator gathers and analyzes evidence, interviews witnesses and parties involved in the complaint, and determines the complaint's merit. They are also responsible for making recommendations for appropriate action to be taken, such as mediation or disciplinary action.

This position is a professional investigative role, distinct from human resources or employee relations consulting functions. The Investigator applies advanced investigative and interviewing skills to develop objective factual records and defensible investigative findings that support informed institutional decision-making. The investigator works closely with Human Resources, Legal Counsel, Title IX, Compliance, and campus leadership while ensuring due process and confidentiality. The investigator performs other duties as assigned.

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an 1890 land-grant doctoral research university dedicated to learning, discovery, and community engagement. With over 15,000 students and nearly 2,500 permanent and temporary employees, the university provides a wide range of educational opportunities from bachelor's to doctoral degrees in both traditional and online environments. With an emphasis on preeminence in STEAM and a commitment to excellence in all its educational, research, and outreach programs, North Carolina A&T fosters a climate of economic competitiveness that prepares students for the global society.

The Division of Human Resources at NC A&T is committed to serving as a strategic partner by providing comprehensive Service, Excellence, Engagement and Knowledge to the University community. We desire to support a culture of uncompromising expectation that will enable the University to attract, retain, and develop faculty and staff of the future. This will empower us to understand clearer and more effectively deal with the significant social, economic, and global challenges necessary to achieve the bold vision of the University.

Employee Relations fosters a work environment that reflects the University's mission, vision, and core values. Located within the Division of Human Resources, the Office of Employee Relations supports all university employees by addressing performance and staffing issues, resolving workplace conflicts, and promoting a productive and positive work culture. We facilitate open and effective communication between employees and management at all levels, offering confidential consultations and workplace interventions.

Our office is dedicated to ensuring the fair and consistent application of University policies and regulatory requirements while fostering trust, respect, and collaboration within the campus community. We strive to deliver equitable, reliable, and timely solutions that uphold compliance and support a thriving work environment.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.