INVESTIGATOR 3

Arizona Department of Administration; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with holidays

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Industrial Commission of Arizona is seeking an Investigator 3 to conduct retaliation investigations under the ADOSH state plan. You will perform complex investigations to determine compliance with ARS §23-425, including on-site interviews and evidence gathering.

The position offers possible remote work within Arizona based on business needs and performance; the agency emphasizes flexibility, autonomy, and trust and supports the State Remote Work Program.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Act and standards.
• Experience or training in whistleblower investigations or regulatory investigations.
• Ability to conduct on-site interviews and collect evidence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations to determine ARS 23-425 compliance via on-site interviews and evidence collection.
• Handle initial intakes on discrimination complaints and prepare written communications.
• Maintain ongoing correspondence with complainants and respondents.
• Evaluate data and advise whether a violation occurred and if ICA Legal Division should pursue.

Skills

OSHA standards

ARS 23-425

Whistleblower investigations

Salesforce

Data gathering

Communication skills

Interviewing techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree

Investigation training

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Google Suite

Windows OS

Data entry

Job description

INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION

Are you ready to work for an exceptional state agency that works to protect the life, health and welfare of the employees in the State of Arizona? The Industrial Commission of Arizona (ICA) is committed to the highest standards of compliance, demonstrating leadership in all areas, and teaching and working with employers and employees to make them successful. A thriving workforce in Arizona is what we strive for and work towards each day.

INVESTIGATOR 3

Address: Arizona Department of Occupational Safety & Health/Administration Whistleblower Section
2675 E. Broadway Blvd, Tucson

Salary: $52,500.00

Grade: 19

Closing Date: October 5, 2026

Job Summary

Reporting to the supervisor of the ADOSH Whistleblower/Investigation Unit, this position is responsible for conducting retaliation investigations under the jurisdiction of the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health state plan program. The investigator will conduct complex investigations to determine compliance with Arizona Revised Statue 23-425.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties

• Conduct investigations to determine compliance with Arizona Revised Statute §23-425, to include conducting on-site interviews, collecting evidence and statements, employee agreements and compensation packages.
• Conducts initial intakes on notices of discrimination complaints and completes required intake forms. Prepare, send and track written communication with involved parties to gather pertinent information to resolve a complaint.
• Continuous correspondence with complainants and respondents by phone, email, mail or in person in relation to an ongoing investigation.
• Evaluate data collected and make recommendations based on the evidence whether a violation of Arizona Revised Statute §23-425 has occurred and whether the case should be pursued by our ICA Legal Division upon recommendation of the Industrial Commission.
• Attending, contributing and offering solutions to the Arizona Management System (AMS) in place for the Whistleblower/Investigations section. This includes small projects to improve upon a current policy and procedure in ADOSH.
• Attend and complete scheduled training classes to improve upon skills necessary to enhance knowledge in the field. Research, schedule and conduct training within ADOSH compliance to build upon and enhance investigator's knowledge and skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of

• Occupational Safety and Health Act and standards
• Division section personnel and functions Grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure
• Salesforce computer operations, data entry procedures and formatting
• Appropriate business letter formatting
• ADOWS Forms
• Whistleblower Investigations Manual (WIM) ADOSH Field Operations Manual (FOM) Windows, MS Word, MS Excel and Google Suite

Skill in

• Salesforce computer operations Word Processing
• Typing, editing and formatting
• Time management
• Answering telephone calls in a professional manner and directing them when needed Organization
• Analyze
• Interviewing techniques

Ability to

• Communicate well verbally and written Deal with irate, difficult and saddened complainants
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relations with others Recognize and engage those with different backgrounds, characteristics, and perspectives to bridge gaps in understanding of differing viewpoints, as well as ensuring persons with diverse perspectives are given the opportunity to collaborate and provide input in the direction making process.
• Working with large numbers and record accurately
• Conduct Investigations

Selective Preference(s)

Ideal candidates will have:

• Bachelor's degree in a related safety and/or health field from an accredited college or university OR three years experience conducting complex regulatory, law enforcement or private investigations. Training in legal procedures pertaining to regulatory, law enforcement or private investigations.
• Completed courses/training in investigation techniques and procedures
• Completed training in legal procedures pertaining to regulatory, law enforcement or private investigations.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Arizona Driver’s License: Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

You will be eligible to participate in the state employee health/disability insurance plan, and you are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). ASRS participation may begin immediately or upon your 27th week of employment. Contributions are matched by the employer.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please feel free to call 602-542-5559 or email [e-mail] for assistance.

Advertised: 21 Sep 2026 US Mountain Standard Time
Applications close: 05 Oct 2026 US Mountain Standard Time