Connecticut
Wage And Hour Investigator 1 (Office/On-site) - #250924-9240SH-001
Connecticut, Wethersfield, Connecticut, us, 06129
Introduction
Do you have five (5) years of experience in labor management relations involving rates of pay, hours of work, conditions of employment and regulations of wages OR with payroll, timekeeping or accounting practices? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you as a Wage and Hour Investigator 1! The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) – Workplace Standards Unit – is currently recruiting for multiple Wage and Hour Investigator 1 positions located in Wethersfield, CT.
These positions are in our Wage and Workplace Standards Unit. In this role the incumbents will be entrusted to conduct investigations into employers’ compliance with minimum wage and hour laws in the applicable county. However, at times incumbents may be asked to cover other locations throughout the State when conducting investigations.
Incumbents may be required to use their personal vehicles for work related activities with travel reimbursement. Position Highlights: Full-time | 40 hours per week Monday – Friday What we can offer you: Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities. A healthy work-life balance to all employees! The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.
Responsibilities
Audit payroll and time records of employers for compliance with state and federal wage and hour laws and regulations; Investigate complaints and interview employees, employers and other persons or agencies concerning complaints; Collect statistical data in surveys of wage rates and hours worked in various occupations and industries; Initiate and conduct fact finding conferences; Transcribe claims for wages when such as found due under existing laws; Prepare reports and assemble evidence for hearings or court cases; Conduct cost of living surveys as required; Perform related duties as required. Requirements
Five (5) years of experience in labor management relations involving rates of pay, hours of work, conditions of employment and regulations of wages OR with payroll, timekeeping or accounting practices. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. A Master's degree in business or public administration, finance or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience researching, interpreting, and consulting on CT labor laws and regulations, and employment practices. Experience gathering and documenting written and verbal information. Experience collecting and codifying numerical data. Experience with conducting interviews, resolving conflict, and communicating through a variety of platforms. Experience working with people from different cultural, ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds. Experience in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, and Excel. The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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Audit payroll and time records of employers for compliance with state and federal wage and hour laws and regulations; Investigate complaints and interview employees, employers and other persons or agencies concerning complaints; Collect statistical data in surveys of wage rates and hours worked in various occupations and industries; Initiate and conduct fact finding conferences; Transcribe claims for wages when such as found due under existing laws; Prepare reports and assemble evidence for hearings or court cases; Conduct cost of living surveys as required; Perform related duties as required. Requirements
Five (5) years of experience in labor management relations involving rates of pay, hours of work, conditions of employment and regulations of wages OR with payroll, timekeeping or accounting practices. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. A Master's degree in business or public administration, finance or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience researching, interpreting, and consulting on CT labor laws and regulations, and employment practices. Experience gathering and documenting written and verbal information. Experience collecting and codifying numerical data. Experience with conducting interviews, resolving conflict, and communicating through a variety of platforms. Experience working with people from different cultural, ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds. Experience in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, and Excel. The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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