Sr Ethics & Compliance Investigat_

Newark

**Requisition** : 78896

**PSEG Company:** PSEG Services Corp.

**Salary Range** : $ 101,600 - $ 160,900

**Incentive** : PIP 15%

**Work Location Category** : Remote Local

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

**Job Summary**

The Ethics and Compliance team manages internal investigations and works with others throughout the Company to conduct thorough and timely inquiries while overseeing and continuously improving the investigation processes and data. This position is responsible for time-sensitive, complex investigations of violations of the Standards of Conduct, company policies or the law, with a focus on concerns of harassment, discrimination and retaliation.

Investigators are expected to: independently formulate investigation plans, conduct investigations (including witness interviews and examination of other evidence), draft timely and concise investigation reports for distribution to senior management and human resources, and provide necessary follow-up to ensure that appropriate disciplinary and corrective actions are initiated and completed. The position is also responsible for providing assistance, guidance and support for other compliance program initiatives, including training and corporate communications. Duties often require interaction with union members and business leaders and relationships must be developed and maintained to facilitate interactions and cooperation. Position must be knowledgeable of company policies; understand legal issues/restrictions associated with investigations; able to manage caseload, including prioritizing of significant matters; collect data; and review patterns and anomalies.

**Job Responsibilities**

+ Conduct investigations, interview witnesses, gather evidence, draft timely and concise investigation reports and provide necessary follow-up to ensure that appropriate disciplinary and corrective actions are initiated and completed by the responsible parties

+ Support and conduct investigations triggered by reported concerns and complaints from internal and external parties

+ Interact with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, labor unions and business unit management in gathering and analyzing data

+ Assist management in implementing controls to prevent Standards of Conduct issues, training, auditing and security surveys

+ Testify in civil/criminal trials, mediations and arbitration hearings

+ Compose/present reports, including recommendations to prevent recurrence, for leadership review

+ Build relationships and credibility across the organization

+ Manage storage and maintenance of investigation case data according to the established framework.

**Job Specific Qualifications**

**The minimum requirements we seek:**

+ Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 8 years relevant experience of conducting internal corporate or similar investigations

+ Familiarity with and prior work experience conducting investigations into violations of EEO and anti-harassment laws

+ Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization as well as external parties

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Experience in maintaining highly-confidential and sensitive information

+ Willingness to travel for business-related purposes

+ Experience evaluating information to determine compliance with company policies and procedures, laws and regulations.

**Our preferred requirements:**

+ Law degree

**Minimum Years of Experience**

8 years of experience

**Education**

Bachelors

**Certifications**

None Noted

**Disclaimer**

Certain positions at the Company may require you to have access to Part 810-Controlled Information. Under the law, the Company is limited in who it can share this information with and in certain circumstances it is necessary to obtain specific authorization before the Company can share this information. Accordingly, if the position does require access to this information, you must complete a 10 CFR Part 810 Export Control Compliance Nationality Request Form, a copy of which will be provided to you by Talent Acquisition if an offer is made. If there is a need for specific authorization, due to the time it takes to obtain authorization from the government, we will likely not be able to further proceed with an offer.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. For employees in federally regulated roles (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations), this also includes random testing. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and/or medically, it is prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role are subject to drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for such a positive result.

PSEG employees must apply for jobs internally through emPower which can be accessed through sharepoint.pseg.com (seg.com/Pages/Home.aspx) by clicking on the emPower icon, then selecting careers. This site (PSEG Careers and Job Openings (seg.com/careers) ) is strictly for candidates who are not currently PSEG employees, with the exception of PSEG employees who do not have company email addresses.

PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email [email protected].

If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email [email protected] . Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

**ADDITIONAL EEO/AA INFORMATION** _(Click link below)_

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Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Diversity at PSEG: Equal Opportunity Employer

PSEG is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions, including but not limited to, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, training, and/or compensation, on the basis of merit. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. PSEG's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, the actual sex of the individual, or the gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, including religious dress practices and religious grooming practices, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations.

Need to request an accommodation?

If you have a disability and need assistance submitting your resume, applying for a position or registering for a test, please call 973-430-3845. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

PSEG is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers.