Workplace Investigations Week

This week of FELTG training focuses on conducting administrative investigations in the Federal workplace with an emphasis on employee misconduct, including workplace harassment.

February 24: Administrative Investigations: The Substantive Basis

Why investigate? This kick-off day will answer that question, as well as provide attendees with an understanding of discipline law, charges of misconduct, and penalty evidence. It will also cover witness rights and union representation.

February 25: Harassment Investigations

This second day of Workplace Investigations Week focuses on harassment, both EEO and non-EEO. We’ll review how to investigate allegations of harassment and discuss the latest in LGBTQ+ discrimination law. Other topics covered include sexual harassment claims, liability in harassment cases, what to charge in harassment cases, gender stereotyping claims, and more.

February 26: Conducting the Investigation, Part I

We begin our two-day dive into functional investigative skills with a review of evidentiary principles, followed by tips and guidelines for preparing for the investigation, plus interviewing strategies and challenges.

February 27: Conducting the Investigation, Part II

This day begins with a look at assessing witness credibility by considering plausibility, demeanor, omissions, motive, body language, and more. We’ll also cover acquiring other evidence, medical evidence, and rules for being an effective witness.

February 28: Writing the Investigative Report

FELTG closes out the week with an in-depth review of how to write an effective report of investigation. We’ll discuss organizing the report, establishing the chronology, as well as report writing style, writing conventions, and more.

Learning objectives

• Identify the characteristics of a legally sufficient investigation.
• Determine potential charges, and related evidence needed, in misconduct investigations.
• Differentiate between EEO and non-EEO harassment.
• Determine witness credibility and learn how to handle difficult witnesses.
• Identify all the relevant facts to include in the report of investigation.

Training time

12:30 pm – 4:30 pm ET each day

Pricing

Early bird (register by January 24, 2025)

• 5 days = $1,895
• 4 days = $1,575
• 3 days = $1,230
• 2 days = $855
• 1 day = $525

Standard (register January 25 – February 28, 2025)

• 5 days = $1,995
• 4 days =$1,675
• 3 days = $1,330
• 2 days = $955
• 1 day = $625

Event FAQs

Can I attend this class using my government computer? 

This event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If, for some reason, your firewall will not allow access, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available.

Can I earn CLE credits for this class?

CLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees. If you are seeking CLE credit, you may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. You may also request a certificate of completion which will contain the number of training hours attended.

Can I share my access link with co-workers?

No. Registration for this event is per individual, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person.

Can I register a teleworker?

This event is individual registration, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility.

How do I receive a group discount?

Group discounts are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals for the full event by the early bird registration deadline. The group discount must be requested in writing with registration submission via email or fax.

What are the Substitute, Cancellation, and No-show Policies for Registered Participants?

Substitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows.