Labor Compliance Investigator

Austincc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Philadelphia Department of Labor is seeking a Labor Protection Investigator to handle inquiries, conduct compliance investigations, and issue written findings under wage and benefits laws. You will work with city departments and external businesses to ensure compliance with Philadelphia Labor Ordinances.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of investigative or legal support experience, including research and report writing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of experience in investigations, labor relations, or related legal support including research and writing reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance investigations into wage and benefit laws.
• Receive and respond to informational inquiries.
• Deliver written findings and issue violations when applicable.
• Coordinate with City departments and external businesses to ensure ordinance compliance.

Skills

Investigation

Legal research

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

All applications will be accepted from 10/13/2025 to 11/02/2025.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

• Impact- The work you do here matters to millions.
• Growth- Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
• Diversity & Inclusion- Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits- We care about your well-being.

General Job Description:

This is labor protection investigative work, receiving and responding to informational inquiries, conducting compliance investigations, delivering written findings, and issuing violations when applicable under the law related to wages and benefits in the City of Philadelphia Department of Labor. Employees in this class address internal relations regarding benefits and wage compliance with City departments and external businesses. Employees support outreach and communication efforts to stakeholders to ensure compliance with Philadelphia Labor Ordinances. Work is performed under the direction of an administrative superior.

The Requirements are as follows:

EDUCATION:

Completion of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university.

EXPERIENCE:

Three years of experience in investigations, labor relations, labor organizing, providing legal assistance, paralegal support, or case management experience, which has included responsibility for conducting research and writing reports or drafting legal documents.

NOTE: Additional experience as outlined above may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

NOTE: Completion of a master’s degree or juris doctor degree may substitute for two years of the required experience.