INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES

Employee Misconduct Investigations

Objective, confidential investigations into employee conduct concerns that protect all parties while ensuring procedural fairness.

Fair and thorough review of workplace conduct

Employee misconduct allegations require careful handling to protect your institution, maintain workplace culture, and ensure fair treatment for all involved. Our investigators bring objectivity and expertise to these sensitive matters.

We conduct thorough, impartial investigations that comply with institutional policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable employment laws, delivering clear findings that support informed decision-making.

Why institutions choose HEIC

  • Impartial, third-party investigations reduce bias concerns
  • Experience with union and non-union environments
  • Confidential processes that protect all parties
  • Clear reports that withstand legal scrutiny
  • Guidance on appropriate corrective actions

Comprehensive misconduct investigation services

From initial complaint through final determination, we provide thorough support for employee conduct matters.

Investigation Scope

  • Policy violation investigations
  • Workplace harassment inquiries
  • Code of conduct reviews
  • Retaliation complaints
  • Hostile work environment claims

Process & Outcomes

  • Impartial fact-finding
  • Confidential stakeholder interviews
  • Document and evidence review
  • Credibility assessments
  • Actionable recommendations

Compliance Considerations

  • Collective bargaining agreement alignment
  • Due process protections
  • Employment law compliance
  • Institutional policy adherence
  • Documentation best practices

Reporting & Support

  • Comprehensive investigation reports
  • Executive summary for leadership
  • Witness interview summaries
  • Corrective action guidance
  • Testimony support if needed

Our investigation process

A fair, structured approach that protects all parties while ensuring thorough fact-finding.

01

Complaint Review

Assess allegations, identify policies at issue, plan investigation scope.

02

Interviews

Conduct confidential interviews with complainant, respondent, and witnesses.

03

Evidence Analysis

Review documents, assess credibility, evaluate facts against policy.

04

Findings Report

Deliver comprehensive report with factual findings and recommendations.

Need to address an employee conduct concern?

Contact us for a confidential consultation about how we can support your institution's investigation needs.

40+
years of combined experiencedealing with higher‑ed matters

No matter if you are a two‑year, four‑year, or trade school institution our services can help you achieve and remain in federal and state compliance.

HOPE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

HEIC's support gives us clear visibility into case status and next steps, acts as our trusted advisor, and truly takes a huge load off our plate.

Dr. Joshua Arnold
Vice President of Student Affairs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Got questions? We're on it.

Reach out on our contact page and we will schedule a short discovery call to understand your needs, scope options, and timelines. We can begin most engagements within days.
We provide impartial investigators, hearing and appeal officers, advisor training, and trauma‑informed processes that align with your policies and federal regulations.
Our experience across higher‑ed systems, clear procedures, and focused training help you avoid process errors, meet deadlines, and prepare documentation that stands up to scrutiny.
Engagements are scoped to your institution and matter. We offer project‑based pricing and retainers. Contact us for a tailored quote.