Workplace Violence & Harassment Investigator conducting fair, trauma-informed investigations for the City of Ottawa. Advising management on policy application, findings, and risk mitigation.
Responsibilities
Conduct independent investigations of workplace violence and harassment complaints and breaches of the City’s Code of Conduct
Exercise autonomy over investigation methodology, credibility assessments and factual findings
Provide findings and recommendations to management on policy application and risk mitigation strategies
Maintain procedural fairness and follow legal precedent
Apply a trauma-informed approach throughout investigations
Provide expert advice and guidance to City management and staff on workplace violence and harassment complaint resolution processes
Conduct investigative interviews in person, by phone or via virtual platforms
Plan and execute investigations in unionized workplace environments
Interpret and apply policies, regulations, legislation and labour and employment standards
Collaborate with investigators, HR, Labour Relations, Legal and departmental staff
Requirements
Minimum university degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Law or related field
Minimum 3 years of experience conducting in-depth investigations and investigative interviews
Knowledge of applicable legislation, including the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, Canada Labour Code, Ontario Human Rights Code, and Canadian Human Rights Act
Knowledge of labour and employment-related legislation pertaining to investigations
Expert knowledge of investigation best practices and rules of evidence
Knowledge of investigative methods, techniques, practices, interviewing processes and procedures
Knowledge of workplace violence and harassment policies
Strong conflict resolution, problem-solving, interviewing, critical thinking and judgment skills
Experience planning and executing investigations while remaining impartial and neutral
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Strong interpersonal, organizational and written/verbal communication skills
Ability to analyze and apply legal and policy standards
Ability to deal with difficult individuals and situations and de-escalate effectively
Tact, diplomacy, sound judgment and discretion when protecting privacy, confidentiality and security of information
Must be able to travel to work locations as required
Ability and willingness to periodically work evenings and weekends as duties require
English oral, reading and writing
Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements
Benefits
Full-time permanent employment
Accommodation during all parts of the hiring process upon request
Accessible formats and communication supports available upon request
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