What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Investigator position at North Slope Borough, AK?
Summary or Purpose
Research applicable human resource and labor laws. Conduct factual investigations, prepare reports and provide administrative support.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Investigate and prepare preliminary responses for administrative personnel grievances for the Human Resources Director and assist the NSB Law Department in research for Equal Employment Opportunity Commission complaints and Human Rights Commission complaints.
Investigate and prepare responses for complaints arising from NSB Personnel Rules and Regulations and other complaints relating to the Borough services and employees.
Interview witnesses, prepare reports of results of investigations for review by the NSB Law Department and attend related meetings as directed by the Human Resources Director.
Review, draft and revise Personnel administrative notices, resolutions and other documents and correspondence at the request of the Human Resources Director regarding personnel grievances and disciplinary issues.
Perform factual research to prepare cases for Personnel Board hearings.
May serve as Hearing Officer on disciplinary actions.
Provide information to the administration on personnel matters.
Perform investigations and research for other North Slope Borough departments relating to personnel matters, in coordination with NSB Law Department, as directed by the Human Resources Director.
Assist in the development of policies, procedures and instructional handbooks.
Travel and work within the North Slope villages as required.
Assist in workman compensation issues.
Assist division managers as needed.
Assist employees with questions regarding Personnel Rules and Regulations.
Produce reports utilizing the AS400 JDE Human Resources Information system as needed.
Perform other special projects and duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of North Slope Borough organization, operations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of applicable state and Federal statutes, rules, codes and regulations.
Knowledge of the principles of Human Resources management.
Knowledge of principles and practices of employee relations, supervision, safety, worker's compensation, Affirmative Action, personnel administration and training.
Skill in monitoring and controlling the confidentiality of human resources files and reports.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, other Borough employees and representatives from other local, state and Federal agencies.
Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying Personnel standards and procedures, applicable Federal rules and regulations, and Borough policies and procedures.
Ability to conduct formal investigations.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required
High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education or related work experience.
Three years work experience working with the public;
Two years work experience in applying rules, regulations, laws, policies and procedures;
Two years work experience utilizing a PC with common software applications;
Two years work experience applying North Slope Borough policies and procedures;
Ability to obtain a Valid Alaska Driver's License that meets North Slope Borough Insurance criteria within the probationary period.
THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.
Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.
Benefits do not apply to temporary employees.
