Publix Super Markets is consistently ranked as one of the premier food retailers in the U.S. We are privately-owned, hold no long-term debt, and continue to grow year after year. Publix and our associates excel in community involvement, volunteerism, and environmental sustainability. Our collective commitment to diversity has contributed to our success in being a great place to work and shop. It’s satisfying to work for — and be an owner of — a Fortune 100 company that is widely recognized as a leader in the supermarket industry.
The Employment Law and Investigations department at Publix provides a wide variety of services to Publix. The Employment Law Investigator will conduct in-depth investigations into associate-related complaints in every business area that Publix operates. Ideal candidates should have exceptional writing, analytical, interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
What you’ll do
investigate, conduct interviews, make recommendations, and draft reports for administrative charges of discrimination from current and former associates and customers, outside attorneys representing current or former associates with discrimination claims, and individual employment law litigation
investigate, conduct interviews, make recommendations, and respond to discharge reviews and formal complaints
represent Publix at unemployment compensation hearings
Bachelor's degree, or High School diploma (or its equivalent) with some college level coursework and at least four years’ experience in investigations, the management of people, or the field of human resources
must be at least 20 years of age and have a valid driver license
knowledge of Publix policy and procedures
knowledge of state specific unemployment compensation laws
knowledge of labor and employment law
knowledge of court related proceedings and documents for litigation purposes
working knowledge in a variety of computer software platforms
general knowledge of internal department functions
knowledge of project work methodology, as well as understanding of project management
proficient ability to exercise independent judgment
ability to multi-task
willingness and ability to work variable schedule and travel as needed
ability to deal with a variety of situations and confidential assignments
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or other related analytical field
two or more years’ experience in management of people or in the field of human resources, and experience handling advanced/complicated EEO law issues
Human Resources Certification
Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
401(k) retirement savings plan
Group health, dental and vision plans plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
