Labor Compliance Officer I
City of TucsonPOSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Develops, coordinates, implements and manages basic procurement contracts. Acts as a liaison between customers, contractors and the public to ensure customer needs are met and contractors perform in accordance with the contract.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
The Labor Compliance Officer I position at the City of Tucson’s Business Services Department is responsible for conducting basic investigations and interviews, including reviewing payroll records to ensure contractors comply with prevailing wage laws. This position assists in monitoring and enforcing labor laws, wage standards, and regulations.
Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Procurement Manager. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assists with on-site contractor employee interviews and labor compliance investigations. Observes and notates tasks performed by prime and sub-contractor employees at job sites. Conducts initial review of certified payroll records against completed employee interviews. Conducts initial audit of payroll information to ensure compliance with Federal and local laws. Confers with senior staff to resolve discrepancies and to defined business needs.
Gathers data to include on annual and semi-annual reports that are submitted to the United States Department of Labor. Verifies contractor and subcontractor eligibility with State Contractor’s Licensing Board and Federal debarment lists. Identifies and refers potential problems to senior staff and coordinates labor compliance activities with project managers and engineers before releasing project funds. Notifies prime contractors of findings, violations, infractions and requests corrective action after conferring with senior staff. Closes out files in a timely manner. Applies established monitoring programs for compliance with federal or local wage laws.
Attends pre-bid, pre-construction and labor compliance meetings. Assists contractors with using related systems. Assists with implementing the program by monitoring and reviewing federally funded construction project specifications, confers with city project managers, engineers and associated project staff to establish the appropriate federal wage decision on construction projects. Assists with the development and conducting of public presentations, community outreach and training as necessary or requested.
Collects and compiles statistical data, prepares correspondence, discrepancy letters, enforcement reports, activity reports, recommendations, memos, and other communications. Prepares and submits various required reporting for the Davis Bacon & Related Acts program. Interacts with City of Tucson information technology department on related systems.
Interacts, educates, and participates in public presentations. Assists with providing guidance to city project managers relating labor laws and assist with providing communication back to the department.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working conditions
Mostly office environment.
* All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's degreeWork Experience:
No experienceLicense:
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's degreeWork Experience:
-No experienceLicense/Certifications:
Languages:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Two (2) years of experience in performing contracting, construction management and/or construction trades.ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Position Title:
Contract OfficerTo view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click here.
Department Name:
Business Services DepartmentDepartment Link:
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Business-Services-DepartmentRecruiter Name:
Neil Nickol (48268)Recruiter Email:
ccs_hr@tucsonaz.govFTE%:
100FLSA:
ExemptPosition Type:
RegularThe Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson's pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions.The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
POSTING INFORMATION
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 11-11-2024 at 11:59 p.m. MSTAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.
Special Instructions:
Physical and lifting abilities/requirements are determined by position and are included in the position description.
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD
The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Questions? If you need assistance applying for any position, please contact recruitment@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-4241.
ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov