Human Resources Investigator

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Generous paid leave and holidays

Tuition assistance

Retirement options with 100% matching

Family tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

University of Missouri Health Care in Columbia, MO, is seeking an Employee Relations Investigator to conduct prompt, objective investigations into allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and policy violations. The role is hybrid, requiring collaboration with HR leadership and stakeholders.

You will interview parties, collect and analyze documentation, and prepare clear reports while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or related field (or equivalent).
• Three (3) years of experience conducting workplace investigations, preferably in healthcare or academic settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prompt, objective investigations into discrimination, harassment, retaliation and policy or law violations.
• Interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses to gather facts.
• Prepare clear investigative summaries and final reports.
• Maintain confidential records of investigations and outcomes.
• Develop and deliver training on employee relations practices and HR policies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related field

Master’s degree or Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Join University of Missouri Health Care and support a fair, respectful workplace through thorough, objective employee relations investigations. This hybrid role in Employee Relations offers health, vision, and dental insurance starting day one, generous paid time off (including ten holidays), strong retirement options, and tuition assistance for you and your family.

Location: Columbia, MO (hybrid). When on-site is required, the primary work location is Falling Leaf (3100 Falling Leaf Court, Columbia, MO 65201).

Compensation: Base pay range $23.66 to $37.37 per hour based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prompt, objective investigations into allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and violations of employment policy or law.
• Investigate complaints received through the compliance and ethics hotline, including concerns related to HR practices, leadership conduct, or the workplace environment.
• Interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses to gather relevant facts.
• Collect and analyze documentation, communications, and personnel records to support investigative findings.
• Prepare clear, concise investigative summaries and final reports.
• Maintain accurate, secure, and confidential records of all investigative activities.
• Organize and facilitate meetings with HR leadership and stakeholders to review findings and discuss potential corrective action options consistent with organizational policies and practices.
• Support consistent application of policies and procedures across all processes.
• Communicate investigation outcomes to involved parties in a timely, professional manner, including guidance on resolution processes, policy interpretation, or corrective measures as appropriate.
• Develop and deliver training for leaders on employee relations practices, workplace conduct expectations, and HR policies.
• May complete unit or department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Three (3) years of experience conducting workplace or similar investigations, preferably in a healthcare, academic, or similarly complex organization.

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels, and more

Work Schedule and Call Coverage

• Standard schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Flexible hours may be required to support operational needs.
• Potential for as-needed call coverage during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays based on organizational requirements and staffing needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Juris Doctor (JD)
• Experience conducting investigations in a healthcare or academic setting
• Additional license or certification requirements as determined by the hiring department

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job.

• Employee may be required to ambulate, remain in a stationary position, and position self to reach or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees.
• Employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.