Wage and Hour Investigator I

FUNCTIONAL JOB TITLE: Wage and Hour Investigator I
Job Title: Industrial Safety and Health Inspector I
MOSES UNIT 9, JOB GRADE 19
PUBLIC PROTECTION & ADVOCACY BUREAU
FAIR LABOR DIVISION

Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is looking for a highly motivated person to join her team as a Wage & Hour Investigator I in the Attorney General's Fair Labor Division. The Fair Labor Division (FLD) investigates and enforces the Massachusetts wage and hour and other laws governing fair labor standards under Chapters 149 and 151 of the Massachusetts General Laws and related regulations. The candidate for this position will be primarily responsible for investigating violations of labor standards under M.G.L. Chapter 149, M.G.L. Chapter 151, and other related regulations and statutes. 

Primary Duties: The Wage & Hour Investigator I reviews and investigates violations of labor standards under M.G.L. Chapter 149, M.G.L Chapter 151 and other related regulations and statutes; conducts interviews concerning complaints of wage violations; writes reports; responds to inquiries from employees, employers, and their representatives regarding applicable laws, codes, rules, and regulations; conducts site visits; testifies at civil and criminal hearings and before the grand jury; and supports the enforcement of wage, hour, child labor, and prevailing wage and other related work, as required. The Wage & Hour Investigator I also conducts payroll audits and analyzes financial records. 

Position Requirements: Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional or technical experience in inspection or investigatory work or in the regulation or enforcement of wage and hour laws, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and applicable substitutions. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator's license is required.

Substitutions:
1. An associate's degree with a major in a related discipline may be substituted for one year of the required experience. *
2. A bachelor's degree with a major in a related discipline may be substituted for the required experience. *

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated.

Preferred Qualifications: Professional, technical experience and/or investigatory work in labor standards is preferred, as is a bachelor's degree. Prior knowledge of construction and building trades and/or immigrant communities is preferred. Candidate must possess good organization and analytical skills, good interpersonal skills, demonstrated leadership experience and excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidate must be proficient with various computer-based law enforcement tools. Language skills are also preferred.

We seek an individual committed to working in the public interest who is able to build rapport with people from different ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds. This position requires extensive communication with members of the public through various platforms. The candidate must be able to interact effectively and convey information. The candidate must have the ability to adjust to changing situations and priorities and be comfortable spending significant portions of each day on the telephone and on virtual platforms.

The ideal candidate will be able to exercise discretion in handling confidential information, exercise sound judgment, recognize problems in daily work activities and bring solutions to address them. They will be able to follow oral and written instructions, communicate effectively, and gather information through observing and questioning individuals and by examining records and documents.

Applicants must possess an ability to work successfully independently, as well as part of a team, and to perform the required work under deadlines. We seek an individual who possesses excellent organizational skills, excellent computer skills including a proficiency in Microsoft Office, and who demonstrates an attention to detail. A working knowledge of the Massachusetts Wage and Hour Laws is desirable, although not required. Spanish, Portuguese and/or Chinese or other language fluency desirable.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Position Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt

Salary: $2,430.38 to $3,551.55 bi-weekly. Salary is determined by procedures outlined in applicable collective bargaining agreements and personnel procedures. Starting salary is determined at the corresponding step on the applicable salary chart (Unit 9 MOSES Scientist and Engineering Titles Grade 19) for total years of relevant experience, minus the Minimum Entrance Requirements outlined in the Position Requirements section above.

Application Process: To apply for this position, visit the AGO website via  https://massago.bamboohr.com/careers upload your cover letter and resume, and submit an application.

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932.

Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:
Lori Swanson, Administrative Assistant
Fair Labor Division
617-963-2126

The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.