Investigator (EEO) Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Full-time $25.18
10 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Work from home Vision insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Google Docs Report writing Law Fair Housing regulations Caseload management Writing skills Complaint handling Mid-level Legal Studies Legal memorandum writing Legal motion preparation Customer inquiry handling Master's degree Doctor of Law (JD) Driving Investigation evidence collection Qualitative research interviewing Law office Investigative reports Paralegal Certificate Leadership Communication skills Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office experience Full Job Description Investigator (EEO) FT / PT Status
- Full-Time Salary
- $27.10
- $ Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office
- Hybrid Recruiter
- Tehra Gorski | | 8015306030 Application Deadline
- 4/8/2026 Are you a lawyer looking for a better work-life balance, a recent law school graduate looking for great work experience, or are you an EEO Investigator looking for a new challenge?
If so, please apply! This position offers medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one as well as 12 paid holidays and vacation and sick leave. The Utah Labor Commission is looking for a team player with excellent communication and legal writing skills to fill an Employment and Housing Discrimination Investigator position with the Utah Antidiscrimination and Labor Division (UALD).
- This is a hybrid position offering in-person and telework opportunities for State of Utah residents.
Full-time in-office work is required prior to remote opportunities being available. In order to work from home, the successful candidate will need to have WIFI access in their home and complete all work within the state of Utah. Key Responsibilities As a neutral fact-finder you will investigate and resolve employment and housing discrimination complaints and claims of unpaid wages. This position requires that you perform difficult and sensitive investigations of claims of employment and housing discrimination, make determinations on claims of unpaid wages, and have a thorough understanding of the relevant law. You will need to complete each case with a written report of the findings and analysis and submit for review within a timely manner. Your roles and responsibilities will include: Conducting investigations into complaints of employment and housing discrimination and harassment, denial of reasonable accommodation, and unlawful retaliatory actions. Hearing and making determinations on claims of unpaid wages. Conducting fact-finding conferences and occasional on-site inspections. Interviewing relevant parties, including witnesses, co-workers, managers, housing providers, etc. Reviewing relevant documents submitted by the parties. Drafting documents related to the investigation. Preparing documents consisting of concise decisions based upon facts, interpretations of law, and compliance with state and federal standards. Receiving, researching, and responding to incoming questions or complaints. Providing information, explaining policy and procedures, and/or facilitating a resolution. Delivering presentations, or instruction to staff, management, or the general public. Qualifications Minimum or "day-one" qualifications: A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent training and experience (examples: Paralegal Certificate or a Masters of Legal Studies (MLS) degree plus previous law office experience working on legal matters including applying the law to specific facts, analyzing legal claims, and reviewing documents to determine relevant legal information). Proficiency in Microsoft Word and/or Google Docs.
Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:
Prior EEO investigative experience. Experience with fair housing, employment discrimination (EEO), or wage laws.
Prior legal and/or investigative experience:
Collecting, reviewing, and analyzing evidence Interviewing witnesses and/or parties Performing legal research Managing a caseload and meeting deadlines Drafting decisions, motions, and/or memoranda About the Role Location
- 160 East 300 South Salt Lake City, UT, 84111 United States Background Check Required
- You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Drug Test Required
- No Schedule Code
- B•Competitive Career Service Why You Should Join Our Team In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential.
Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here.
Other benefits may include:
Job Stability:
Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
Career Growth:
Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
Meaningful Work:
Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
Supportive Work Environment:
Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support. To learn more about the Employment Discrimination Unit, please visit our website. The Agency Utah's workforce is one of its most valuable resources. The Labor Commission is responsible for ensuring safety and fairness in the workplace and fairness in housing. In addition to Administration, there are five divisions within the
Labor Commission:
Adjudication Antidiscrimination and Labor (UALD) Boiler, Elevator, and Coal Mine Safety Industrial Accidents Utah Occupational Safety and Health (UOSH) Supplemental Information Top applicants may be required to participate in a writing activity.
Job:
UALD Investigator II #10895.
- May underfill as UALD Investigator I (#10894) at a lower rate of pay, $25.
18. Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. Effective July 1, 2021, in-state work rules require all work to be performed while physically within the state's borders. DHRM rules apply for promotions/transfers. Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
