Compliance Investigator
Rutgers University
Recruitment/Posting Title Compliance Investigator Job Category Staff & Executive - Legal Department UFA-Univ Ethics & Compliance Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, stands among America’s highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities. The oldest, largest, and top-ranked public university in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area, you’ll find us at our main locations in three New Jersey cities, and our footprint can be seen around the region. As one of the nation’s most diverse universities, Rutgers draws strength from the rich variety of perspectives and life experiences of our community. We’re an academic, health, and research powerhouse and a university of opportunity.The Mission of University Ethics and Compliance is to support Rutgers, The State University by analyzing and mitigating organizational risks; providing support and education to help meet complex compliance requirements; promoting an environment focused on respect and integrity; and enhancing the operational, compliance, financial, strategic, and reputational goals of our Rutgers partners. For more information, please visit uec.rutgers.edu.
University, Ethics and Compliance (UEC) is committed to building an intentionally diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all employees. We aim to collectively improve our understanding of the variety of personal experiences, values, and worldviews that arise from differences of culture and circumstance. UEC is actively working to identify and eliminate barriers to create a more equitable workplace for all. Our goal is to have an inclusive work environment in which all individuals and groups feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Posting Summary Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey is seeking a Compliance Investigator for University Ethics and Compliance. Reporting to the Director of Ethics, Training, Investigations, and Public Records, the Compliance Investigator is responsible for independently conducting investigations involving suspected violations of University policies, as well as civil regulations and Federal and State laws.
Among the key duties of this position are the following: Conducts independent, impartial, prompt, and comprehensive investigations into civil and administrative violations that may result in disciplinary against a student, staff or faculty member. Coordinates and/or participates in collaborative investigations with other departments of the University, such as Audit & Advisory Services, Office of Employment Equity, Regulatory Research, Student Affairs, or Public Safety, and/or outside agencies and law enforcement as deemed necessary and appropriate. Cooperates with law enforcement and court personnel when necessary. Serves as a witness in potential court or administrative proceedings. Serves as fair and impartial fact-finder conducting investigations into alleged employee misconduct. Prepares high volume investigative reports that clearly identify the critical facts discovered in the course of the investigation, provides a thorough and clear analysis of such facts and the policy/law pertaining to the alleged incident. Demonstrates sound judgment. Generates correspondence; manages schedules. Maintains accurate records; gathers and reviews information, such as audit reports, university records, police reports, university emails, and notifies and responds to management as necessary. Maintains and updates the institutions case management system to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation of all cases. Input case details, timelines, communications, and outcomes in compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements. Stays informed of changes and updates to University policy, federal, and state regulations, and guidance affecting higher education. Participates in relevant professional development, webinars, and training to remain current on standards and best practices. Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in the Code of Ethics and the State Conflicts of Interest Law. Maintains accurate and confidential records of investigations in accordance with department policies. Prepares internal investigations and collaborates with the Office of General Counsel, Office of Labor Relations, Office of Academic Labor Relations and Office of Employment Equity in order to assist in conducting independent and impartial confidential investigations of aligned and non-aligned employees in compliance with federal and state law, University policies and applicable collective negotiations agreements (where appropriate). Participates in the development, planning and implementation of new programs and projects to improve methods, techniques and skills of University Ethics and Compliance personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 06 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 79387.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 100485.00 Annual Maximum Salary 121582.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Administrators Confidential Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP
University, Ethics and Compliance (UEC) is committed to building an intentionally diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all employees. We aim to collectively improve our understanding of the variety of personal experiences, values, and worldviews that arise from differences of culture and circumstance. UEC is actively working to identify and eliminate barriers to create a more equitable workplace for all. Our goal is to have an inclusive work environment in which all individuals and groups feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Posting Summary Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey is seeking a Compliance Investigator for University Ethics and Compliance. Reporting to the Director of Ethics, Training, Investigations, and Public Records, the Compliance Investigator is responsible for independently conducting investigations involving suspected violations of University policies, as well as civil regulations and Federal and State laws.
Among the key duties of this position are the following: Conducts independent, impartial, prompt, and comprehensive investigations into civil and administrative violations that may result in disciplinary against a student, staff or faculty member. Coordinates and/or participates in collaborative investigations with other departments of the University, such as Audit & Advisory Services, Office of Employment Equity, Regulatory Research, Student Affairs, or Public Safety, and/or outside agencies and law enforcement as deemed necessary and appropriate. Cooperates with law enforcement and court personnel when necessary. Serves as a witness in potential court or administrative proceedings. Serves as fair and impartial fact-finder conducting investigations into alleged employee misconduct. Prepares high volume investigative reports that clearly identify the critical facts discovered in the course of the investigation, provides a thorough and clear analysis of such facts and the policy/law pertaining to the alleged incident. Demonstrates sound judgment. Generates correspondence; manages schedules. Maintains accurate records; gathers and reviews information, such as audit reports, university records, police reports, university emails, and notifies and responds to management as necessary. Maintains and updates the institutions case management system to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation of all cases. Input case details, timelines, communications, and outcomes in compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements. Stays informed of changes and updates to University policy, federal, and state regulations, and guidance affecting higher education. Participates in relevant professional development, webinars, and training to remain current on standards and best practices. Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in the Code of Ethics and the State Conflicts of Interest Law. Maintains accurate and confidential records of investigations in accordance with department policies. Prepares internal investigations and collaborates with the Office of General Counsel, Office of Labor Relations, Office of Academic Labor Relations and Office of Employment Equity in order to assist in conducting independent and impartial confidential investigations of aligned and non-aligned employees in compliance with federal and state law, University policies and applicable collective negotiations agreements (where appropriate). Participates in the development, planning and implementation of new programs and projects to improve methods, techniques and skills of University Ethics and Compliance personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 06 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 79387.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 100485.00 Annual Maximum Salary 121582.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Administrators Confidential Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP
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