Investigator, Employee Relations – Impartial & Impactful

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour work week

13 paid holidays

24 annual leave days

18 sick days per year

Health insurance benefits

401(a) retirement with 6% match

Wellness programs

Job summary

West Virginia University is hiring an Employee Relations Investigator to conduct impartial investigations of complaints and support Code of Conduct compliance across campuses.

The role partners with multiple offices to handle sensitive matters, develop case strategies, and provide clear reports while upholding university policies and federal requirements. Strong communication, confidentiality, and time management are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR, social work, education, criminal justice, or related field.
• Experience conducting investigations, including interviews, evidence review, and written findings.
• All qualifications must be met by time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Investigates complaints involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sexual misconduct, and general misconduct.
• Conducts impartial, comprehensive investigations following procedures and requirements.
• Develops investigation strategy identifying issues, evidence, and witnesses.
• Conducts interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses.
• Maintains confidentiality and prepares thorough investigative reports.

Skills

Interviewing

Impartial investigations

Written reports

Confidentiality

Communication

Case management

Education

Master's degree in HR / related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Document management

Email tools

Job description

West Virginia University is hiring an Employee Relations Investigator to conduct impartial investigations of complaints and support Code of Conduct compliance across campuses.

The role partners with multiple offices to handle sensitive matters, develop case strategies, and provide clear reports while upholding university policies and federal requirements. Strong communication, confidentiality, and time management are essential.