SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Conducts investigations involving supporting services employees, temporary employees, substitutes and others; serves as liaison with police officers, attorneys and others involved in the investigation process. Prepares investigations reports and other written materials needed for grievance hearings and appeals, and represents the Department of Human Resources (HR) at these events. Prepares correspondence to communicate disciplinary actions taken for the superintendent, deputy superintendents the HR director, Oversees the MCPS drug testing program maintaining a list of approved testing facilities and interacting with the medical review officer to assure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Oversees the HR fingerprinting operation and works with state and local agencies on fingerprinting issues.

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
None

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Conducts investigations involving supporting services employees, temporary employees, substitutes and others; serves as liaison with police officers, attorneys and others involved in the investigation process. Prepares investigations reports and other written materials needed for grievance hearings and appeals, and represents the Department of Human Resources (HR) at these events. Prepares correspondence to communicate disciplinary actions taken for the superintendent, deputy superintendents the HR director, Oversees the MCPS drug testing program maintaining a list of approved testing facilities and interacting with the medical review officer to assure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Oversees the HR fingerprinting operation and works with state and local agencies on fingerprinting issues.

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of investigations procedures, and Board of Education, state and federal laws, rules, policies and procedures concerning the rights of employees including, but not limited to employment, performance evaluation and due process. Knowledge of drug testing laws, procedures and programs. Knowledge of school operations. Exceptional investigative, organizational, and management skills. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree required. College major in law, criminal justice, or a related field. Experience conducting investigations, handling employee disciplinary and performance issues, and for implementing systems that track and evaluate disciplinary actions. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.