EEO and Workplace Investigator

USA Based Remote Independent Contractor Opportunity

About HR Anew

Founded in 1999, HR Anew is a nationally WBENC certified woman owned small business that provides human resources advisory, workplace investigation, talent, leadership development, and organizational solutions to government, commercial, nonprofit, healthcare, and educational organizations.

Grounded in faith, we see what others miss and build the people, culture, and systems that free organizations to scale, build leaders, elevate team performance, and help people thrive.

Our investigation services are supported by a managed service model that includes investigator recruitment and onboarding, training, case assignment, program management, quality review, performance monitoring, reporting, and executive oversight.

The EEO Investigator will conduct impartial and well-documented investigations involving allegations such as:

• Discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
• Harassment, sexual harassment, and hostile work environment concerns.
• Retaliation and reprisal allegations.
• Failure to accommodate and religious or disability accommodation matters.
• Workplace misconduct, professional conduct, ethics, and policy violations.
• Employee relations and performance management concerns.
• Conflicts of interest and other workplace complaints.

Investigator Responsibilities

• Review complaints, allegations, policies, and supporting documentation.
• Develop investigation plans and identify relevant witnesses and evidence.
• Conduct professional, impartial, and appropriately sensitive interviews.
• Prepare interview summaries, affidavits, declarations, and related documentation.
• Assess evidence objectively and identify inconsistencies or information requiring further inquiry.
• Maintain organized, complete, and confidential investigation files.
• Prepare clear, fact-based investigative reports and records of investigation.
• Meet client deadlines, documentation standards, and quality requirements.
• Communicate proactively with program managers regarding case progress, risks, and potential delays.
• Protect personally identifiable information and other confidential or sensitive information.

Required Qualifications 

• Completion of the required 32-hour Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) investigator training.
• Completion of the required annual 8-hour Equal Employment Opportunity investigator refresher training.
• Federal experience conducting or reviewing investigations consistent with Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Management Directive 110 and applicable federal requirements.
• Demonstrated experience conducting or reviewing Equal Employment Opportunity, employee relations, workplace misconduct, compliance, or related investigations.
• Experience preparing or reviewing affidavits, investigative summaries, and records of investigation.
• Strong interviewing, fact-finding, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to remain impartial and evaluate conflicting information objectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong professional judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet established deadlines.
• Proactive with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, deadline driven environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Adobe Pro, video conferencing platforms, and secure electronic document systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of federal investigation, employee relations, legal, compliance, human resources, or quality review experience.
• Experience working with federal agencies, large employers, universities, or complex organizations.
• Experience investigating or reviewing sensitive, complex, or high visibility workplace matters.
• Professional certifications or advanced training in investigations, human resources, employment law, mediation, compliance, or a related field.
• Experience reviewing, coaching, or providing feedback to investigators.
• Experience conducting or reviewing investigations involving multiple witnesses, extensive documentation, or multiple claims.

Engagement Information

• Remote independent contractor opportunity with the ability to accept and complete 3–5 cases per month.
• Assignments may be project-based and will depend on client needs, experience, availability, subject matter expertise, and successful completion of HR Anew's qualification process.
• Must maintain a professional remote work environment, reliable internet access, and the technology necessary to conduct confidential video and telephone interviews.
• May be required to successfully complete client-specific onboarding, background screening, conflict of interest reviews, training, and certification requirements.

Compensation

Compensation will be based on the number of claims per case to be investigated.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit the following:

• Current resume.
• Summary of relevant Equal Employment Opportunity and workplace investigation experience.
• Documentation confirming completion of the required Federal 32-hour Equal Employment Opportunity investigator training.
• Documentation confirming completion of the current annual 8-hour Equal Employment Opportunity investigator refresher training.
• Description of typical availability and anticipated case capacity.

Please submit application materials in response to this job announcement.

HR Anew is an EOE. Learn more about HR Anew at www.hranew.com. Thank you.