W,h Investigator I

North Carolina Department of Labor

North Carolina, US
Recruitment range: $39,244.00 - $58,673.00; actual...
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Thorough knowledge of wage and hour act
Experience in advanced investigative techniques
Ability to negotiate back wages due
** The North Carolina Department of Labor is seeking a Wage and Hour Investigator I to ensure compliance with various labor laws, including the Wage and Hour Act and E-Verify Act. The role involves conducting investigations, audits, and interviews to verify compliance and prepare reports on findings. **

Job Summary

  • The Investigator I is responsible for achieving compliance with the Wage and Hour Act and other state employment laws through office and on-site investigations.
  • Investigators must audit time and payroll records, interview witnesses, and compute wages when due while negotiating corrections for violations.
  • If back wages or penalties are not paid, the investigator will work with the Legal Affairs Division and Attorney General's Office to litigate the case.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The North Carolina Department of Labor is seeking a Wage and Hour Investigator I to ensure compliance with various labor laws, including the Wage and Hour Act and E-Verify Act. The role involves conducting investigations, audits, and interviews to verify compliance and prepare reports on findings. **

Salary

Recruitment Range: $39,244.00 - $58,673.00; Actual salary based on competencies and budget; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Thorough knowledge of Wage and Hour Act
  • Experience in advanced investigative techniques
  • Ability to negotiate back wages due
  • Current valid driver license required
  • Knowledge of Fair Labor Standards Act

Nice-to-have

  • Fluent in speaking and writing Spanish
  • Strong oral presentation skills
  • Consultative approach to voluntary compliance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or law enforcement
  • Three years of experience in wage and hour laws or investigative techniques
  • Two years of experience as a Wage and Hour Investigator I
  • Valid driver license required for driving state or private vehicles

Work Rights

Not specified

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