Investigator-Equal Employment Opportunity

Overview

Come join us at Con Edison as an Investigator for The Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Workplace Culture where you will conduct investigations of employment discrimination complaints (interview witnesses, collect and analyze relevant and evidentiary data, reach logical conclusions, and prepare clear investigative reports of findings); develop and facilitate EEO training and awareness programs; and use in-depth experience providing counseling and guidance on EEO best practices to employees at all levels.

We are looking for a dedicated professional with a keen understanding of the importance of equal employment opportunity. This individual must possess a high regard for the companys Corporate Values and be a champion for an inclusive work environment, respectful treatment, and demonstrate inclusive behaviors through actions and communications. If this sounds like you, apply now.

Responsibilities

• Conducting investigations of employment discrimination complaints.
• Conducting EEO fact finding interviews, assessing credibility, analysis of documentary evidence and comparative analysis
• to reach logical conclusion.
• Preparing clear and comprehensive written reports of investigative findings.
• Counseling and recommending solutions to internal and external complaints of discrimination, harassment, or other violations of the Companys EEO related policies.
• Participating in conferences, mediations, and hearings with governmental agencies, or internal arbitration hearings, as required
• Researching and keeping up to date on current and pending EEO/AA laws and regulations.
• Using subject matter expertise to provide leadership, expert consultation and deliver targeted training and awareness presentations to address specific EEO concerns. Includes topics such as discrimination, sexual harassment, EEO compliance, reasonable accommodations and respect in the workplace.
• Providing advice and counsel to Human Resources partners, and company employees on EEO related policies, procedures and issues.
• Engaging with both management and union employees at all levels, representatives from government agencies and other stakeholders in contact with the office.
• Demonstrating discretion, managerial courage, tact and diplomacy in communicating difficult and sensitive messages.
• Identify and target hotspot areas that requires specialist intervention and training to address problematic trends and behaviors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and A minimum of 5 years of related work experience.

• Master's Degree Labor and Employment Law, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Management or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• Juris Doctorate Law A minimum of 3 years of related work experience.

• Minimum 5 years of direct experience in EEO, required.
• In depth knowledge of current Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations and experience providing advice and counsel on EEO best practices to employees at all levels, required.
• Subject matter expertise in the EEO investigative complaint handling process and case management skilled investigative techniques, credibility assessment, required.
• Ability to effectively manage EEO case load and ensure timely resolution with a focus on the overall customer experience, required.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise EEO investigative reports. Strong ability to clearly articulate findings to a variety of stakeholders, required.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and written communication skills, required.
• Strong hands-on experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, required.
• Strong analytical ability with a keen attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to employ critical thinking, problem solving and strong decision-making skills, required.
• Demonstrated high energy level, flexibility and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments while working under aggressive timelines, required.
• Strong organizational, administrative, decision making and interpersonal skills with attention to detail and a solid teamwork orientation, required.
• Ability to lead and manage projects as assigned, required.
• Demonstrated professional demeanor, confidence dealing with all levels of management/ union personnel and the ability to work with sensitive and confidential information, required.

• Driver's License Required

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to travel, as required.