Job Description
Prairie View A&M University Human Resources Investigator Job Title Human Resources Investigator
Agency Prairie View A&M University
Department HR | Equal Opportunity
Proposed Minimum Salary $5,338.60 monthly
Job Location Prairie View, Texas
Job Type Staff
Job Description Under limited direction, conducts and/or coordinates investigations of alleged violations of Texas A & M University and Prairie View A & M University policies and regulations and other Human Resources (HR) related complaints/grievances. Maintains a thorough and well-documented investigative process by developing investigation plans and interview questions, gathering and documenting evidentiary material, and maintaining notes of the investigation process. Maintains the confidentiality and integrity of the investigation process. Develops professionally written, comprehensive, unbiased written reports that include a summary of facts and findings. Assists in the HR compliance program by conducting internal and external audits to ensure adherence to required policies, providing training on HR matters, and continually reviewing processes to identify and address systemic challenges.
This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Responsibilities: - Conducts independent, objective investigations of alleged civil rights violations, employee relations concerns, and other internal or external human resources related complaints. Maintains a thorough and well-documented investigative process by developing investigation plans and interview questions, gathering and documenting evidentiary material, and maintaining notes of the investigation process. Maintains the confidentiality and integrity of the investigation process. Develops professionally written, comprehensive, unbiased written reports that include a summary of facts and findings.
- Assists in the evaluation and analysis of background checks for applicants, employees and volunteers. Develops a background analysis based on findings and regulation requirements. Acts as a liaison and point of contact for HR department with University Police Department and other law enforcement agencies, as needed.
- Actively supports the broad-based HR compliance program to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, policies, rules, and procedures. Assists in internal and external department audits and reviews. Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and in collaboration with department leadership develops a plan of action to bring any non-compliant areas into compliance.
- Implement procedure improvements, develop templates/job aids and, policy updates to advance the overall effectiveness of the investigation process and HR responsiveness.
- Conducts training related to HR compliance and professional ethics. Assist in safety and risks assessments. Attends and completes all required training to stay current with state mandates and personal development needs.
- Maintains and updates the databases and logs used to track and manage complaints, investigations, and employee-related incidents, and their outcomes. Collaborates with other HR staff and other appropriate university employees to ensure all personnel files are updated with relevant investigative documents and outcomes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree.
- Four years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree.
- Experience working in higher education.
- Comprehensive understanding of employment laws and company policies.
- Strong interviewing skills and use of investigative techniques.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Analytical skills to assess evidence.
- Capacity to remain objective and impartial when conducting investigations across various workplace issues like discrimination, harassment, and policy violations.
Other Requirements: - This is a hybrid position that is primarily on-site with potential for a limited remote work schedule.
- Must be able to lift objects up to 10 lbs.
Job Posting Close Date: Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit About Us For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.
PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!
Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.
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