Deb Zach
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong grasp of employment laws and legal compliance issues. Skilled analytical investigator proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment for reliable legal determinations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Relations Agent, Lead Worker
State Of WA Dept. Of Labor & Industries
2008.10 - Current
Successfully investigated over 6K alleged violations to:
Wage Payment Act, Industrial Welfare Act, Minimum Wage Act & Child Labor Laws.
Mediates and negotiates wage settlements.
Provides expert witness testimony in hearings.
Lead Worker: trains, audits and supports teams of co-workers.
Develops Standard Work Processes.
Works with the Attorney General in preparing cases for Administrative hearings.
Audits employer's payroll and financial records.
Discretionary Authority in conducting employment and financial investigations.
Initiates legal remedies to gain compliance.
Issues and enforces citations.
Top producer multiple years state wide.
Child Support Enforcement Officer, Lead Worker
State Of WA Dept. Of Social & Health Services
2005.04 - 2008.10
Achieved proficiency in evidence gathering, interviewing & investigative techniques.
Successfully interpreted & applied complex state law, policy and court decisions.
Applied civil court rules of evidence burdens.
Utilized interstate protocols and navigated other state's regulations.
Served as a Lead Worker: trained, audited and supported teams of co-workers.
Provided ongoing technical & interpretive assistance on polices & procedures.
Top producer multiple years state-wide.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Columbia Southern University
08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Washington State University
10.2008
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Record Examination & Preparation
- Standards & Contract Compliance
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Legal Non-Compliance Assessment
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Payroll Auditing
- Dispute Resolution
- Investigation Skills
- Evidence Review, Organization & Presentation
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Industrial Relations Agent, Lead Worker
State Of WA Dept. Of Labor & Industries
2008.10 - Current
Child Support Enforcement Officer, Lead Worker
State Of WA Dept. Of Social & Health Services
2005.04 - 2008.10
MBA - Human Resources Management
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Washington State University
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