Working Title: Investigation Specialist
Job Class: Investigation Specialist
Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept
Job ID : 91338
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 01/20/2026. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.
Date Posted : 01/13/2026
Closing Date : 01/26/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : DCYF / DCYF Central Office MAPE
Division/Unit : GGO / Equal Opportunity and Access Division
Work Shift : Day Shift
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.
The Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) is hiring an Investigation Specialist who will be responsible for workplace misconduct investigations that includes, but is not limited to employee misconduct, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, workplace conflict, and performance related complaints. This role will also be responsible for training leaders on investigation policy, procedure, and best practices.
This position will also analyze investigation trends, identify systemic issues, and contribute to proactive risk mitigation strategies that align with the DCYF's mission, collective bargaining agreements, and regulatory obligations.
Responsibilities may include:
Investigate complaints of discrimination based upon protected class listed in the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and amendments, and DCYF non-discrimination policy.
Investigate all HR/LR policy violations, misconduct, and performance-related complaints for supervisor and individual contributor level staff.
Design and facilitate agency wide training on policy interpretation, documentation practices, and informal conflict resolution process in partnership with EOAD, HR, and Compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Three (3) years* of experience conducting employment misconduct investigations related to equal opportunity laws, human resource policies, or conducting civil rights investigations laws, regulations, and practices.
Experience must demonstrate the following:
Training in or experience conducting investigations and performing mediation and/or other forms of dispute resolution.
Conducting full-cycle workplace investigations, including intake, complainant and respondent interviews, witness interviews, evidence review, analysis, and written findings.
Knowledge and/or experience with legal research and investigation strategies necessary to conduct complex investigations.
Knowledge of affirmative action, equal opportunity, civil rights, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Establish, organize, and maintain record keeping systems and procedures.
Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:
Ability to identify legally relevant facts and apply relevant law and policies to facts.
Strong research skills, written, and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail to support decision making and effectiveness.
*Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational management, law, public policy or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience. Master's degree in human resources, organizational management, law, public policy or related field may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Five (5) years professional experience conducting employment misconduct investigations.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) or similar law degree from accredited law school.
EEO Investigator Certification or/other EEO related certification.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:
Reference check
Criminal Background check
Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
Driver's License Check
Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees
Additional assessment may be required during the interview process
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
