EEO & Compliance Investigator

Ocean State Job Lot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Metra, the Chicago-area commuter rail system, is seeking an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Specialist to oversee fair employment practices, conduct investigations, and prepare reports for regulatory agencies.

Reporting to the Director, EEO and Compliance, you will lead trainings, respond to inquiries, and help maintain Title VII compliance. Travel within Metra's six-county region and flexible hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management, business or public administration.
• Four years of EEO/workplace investigation experience.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local EEO/Title VII laws and regulations.
• EEO investigative interviewing techniques.
• EEO and HR recordkeeping principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigatory interviews alleging discrimination, harassment or retaliation.
• Analyze supporting documents and prepare comprehensive reports for internal and external agencies (EEOC, IDHR, etc.).
• Respond to inquiries, questions, and concerns of potential EEO nature.
• Assist in preparing and filing required EEO reports and responses for local, state, and federal regulators.
• Make district location visits to conduct investigative interviews, trainings, and presentations.
• Prepare trainings related to EEO/Title VII compliance.
• Promote safe work practices and maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet ongoing needs of the organization.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Discretion and confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources management, business or public administration

SHRM/PHR or EEOC certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft 365

HRIS software

Job description

Metra, the Chicago-area commuter rail system, is seeking an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Specialist to oversee fair employment practices, conduct investigations, and prepare reports for regulatory agencies.

Reporting to the Director, EEO and Compliance, you will lead trainings, respond to inquiries, and help maintain Title VII compliance. Travel within Metra's six-county region and flexible hours may be required.