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Job InformationJob Title: Workforce InvestigatorJob Requisition ID: 61035Ministry: Public Service CommissionLocation: Various locations, ABFull or Part-Time: Full timeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: Open until filledClassification: Human Relations 2Salary: $2,672.68 to $3,665.11 bi-weekly ($69,756 - $95,659/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:The Public Service Commission (PSC) ensures Alberta has a professional, non-partisan and diverse public service that proudly serves Albertans. The expertise and talent that PSC staff bring to their work is critical to our overall success, as our Ministry is responsible for delivering HR services in all HR functional areas, internal communications, and employee engagement to the Government of Alberta.To learn more about the work that we do, please visit: .Role ResponsibilitiesThe Public Service Commission's Workforce Investigations unit has two permanent and one one-year temporary vacancy available for a Workforce Investigator.As a Workforce Investigator, you play a crucial role in promoting a safe and respectful work environment by conducting thorough investigations. You will investigate complaints connected to the Respectful Workplace Policy (RWP), misconduct, Code of Conduct, information security breaches, and other potentially problematic issues.The organization places a high degree of trust and reliability in your findings as they impact worksite management decisions, disciplinary action, grievances, arbitration and other legal proceedings. To reach confident findings, you will:Conduct fair, impartial, and timely investigations.Analyze evidence and draw objective conclusions.Consider the behavior within relevant legislation, policy, and other frameworks.Prepare comprehensive reports outlining factual findings and analysis.Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as Labour Relations specialists, legal advisors, and management, to ensure compliance with relevant policies, regulations and legislation.Provide information and impartial support to employees participating in an investigation, particularly in providing information related to the process, accessing supports, and maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.Stay updated on relevant legislation, regulations, policies and best practices related to workplace investigations.Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.Use your strong interpersonal skills to engage employees at all levels of the organization.Have high ethical standards and a commitment to conducting investigations with fairness, integrity and objectivity.If you are passionate about promoting a positive work culture, ensuring fairness, and conducting thorough investigations, we encourage you to apply and join our team of dedicated professionals and make a difference in the lives of our employees.Please click on the to view the job description.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:.Creative Problem Solving: Looks for ways to improve activities and results by doing something that may be new and different in the organization; continuously engages others to scope and solve issues and find best solutions; and encourages debate and idea generation from across the organization.Building Collaborative Environments: Builds on the skills and knowledge of others to create results; promotes collaboration and positive relationships (even in challenging circumstances) within and across groups; and builds commitment to reach desired results.Drive for Results: Knows what outcomes are important and maximizes resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization; and maintains accountability to team and external stakeholders.System Thinking: Utilizes a strategic approach and systems thinking to effectively identify business risks and root causes to develop solutions that result in greater efficiency; proactively identifies the right resources to uncover solutions when dealing with complex problems.QualificationsRequirement:Bachelor's Degree (Equivalencies will be considered) in a related field such as human resources, law, or a relevant social science discipline, plus two years of related experience.Experience conducting workplace investigations, preferably within a government or public sector setting is an asset.Experience in other types of compliance investigations will also be considered.Experience supporting management with employee relations and/or labor relations matters is an asset.Experience in a human resources discipline (staffing, classification, compensation) is an asset.Equivalencies will be considered: A related two-year diploma in social science discipline or a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution and four years of related experience.Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.Refer to .NotesThis competition is used to fill more than one vacancy and future opportunities at the same level or at the lower classification.Hours of Work:7.25 hours per day / 36.25 hours per week - Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:30 pm.Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.Working for the Alberta Public Service -Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) -Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -Professional learning and development -Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool -Positive workplace culture and work-life balanceOpportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreementLeadership and mentorship programsHow To ApplyApplicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing StatementThis competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Zooha Baig at .Government of Alberta
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