Labor Compliance Specialist

Please go to http : / / www.hacla.org / careers for details of this position and to apply.

Position Open Until Filled

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SUMMARY

The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles ("HACLA") is responsible for complying with Davis Bacon and Related Acts ("DBRA") and State Prevailing Wage ("SPW"), as applicable, and ensuring its contract awardees, contractors and subcontractors do the same through the review of certified payroll records and related enforcement activities as set forth under DBRA and SPW laws, rules and regulations.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

The Labor Compliance Specialist reports to HACLA's Labor Compliance Administrator and, under general direction and supervision, provides support to the Labor Compliance Unit by gathering information, data and records as needed to monitor projects for DBRA and SPW compliance.

NATURE OF WORK AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides specialized support to the Labor Compliance Unit with the following :

• Collecting, assembling and reviewing audited certified payroll records to help ensure complete submittals;
• Conducting site inspections and worker interviews;
• Collecting and reviewing Department of Labor (DOL) Apprenticeship Program Certificates to ensure certificates are current;
• Calculating apprentice to journeyman ratios for various trades and to help ensure adherence with DOL Apprentice Program Standards;
• Contacting developers, prime contractors and subcontractors to secure payroll and related records and respond to inquiries;
• Gathering and assembling records for investigations of alleged DBRA and SPW violations and reporting results to HACLA management;
• Communicating concerns regarding non-compliance / non-submittal issues; and possible DBRA and SPW violations including worker underpayments and Apprenticeship Program violations, with Labor Compliance Unit and others, as appropriate;
• Assisting in responding to inquiries and requests for records from the DOL and the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR);
• Assisting with vetting contractors and subcontractors for licensing and public works registration compliance through the verification of information;
• Assisting with providing HACLA staff with wage determination information;
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

ABILITIES :

• Read, understand, interpret, evaluate and explain technical information
• Understand basic math concepts including the ability to calculate sums, percentages and ratios
• Gather, reconcile, and interpret data
• Compile information and assemble in to reports
• Communicate information clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
• Standard office procedures, including typing, filing and recordkeeping

QUALIFICATIONS

Current enrollment or graduation from an accredited junior college or four-year university with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree and at least one (1) year of administrative, labor compliance or construction industry experience;

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must possess a valid California Class "C" Driver's License at time of employment. The position will require driving.

PREFERENCES : Experience with the labor tracking software program, LCP tracker; ability to fluently speak Spanish. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite products including Excel.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education, and / or training. Applications must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.

Resumes may be included but may not be submitted in lieu of application content. Only the most-qualified applicants will be considered and may be invited to the interview and selection process.

SELECTION PROCEDURE :

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. The application must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.

HIRING INFORMATION :

All job offers are contingent upon providing proof of full vaccination against COVID -19 and successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes : a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.

Fully vaccinated means 14 days have elapsed since receiving the second dose of the two dose vaccine or 14 days since receiving the one dose vaccine.

Candidates will start at STEP 1of an 8 Step Salary Range unless there are special exceptions in accordance with the Personnel Rules.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION :

Testing Accommodations : If you require accommodations due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call (213) 252-5400 for special assistance.

Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.

Mandatory Vaccination Accommodations : If you are unable to submit proof of vaccination at time of acceptance of a job offer due to medical and / or religious reasons, you will need to submit a request for a reasonable accommodation to engage in an interactive process.

Fully vaccinated means 14 days have elapsed since receiving the second dose of the two dose vaccine or 14 days since receiving the one dose vaccine.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application.

NOTE : The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

As an At-Will, non-represented employee, the incumbent must participate in mandatory direct deposit of payroll as a condition of new and continued employment.

Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles' Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and / or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority.

A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by visiting our website at :

http : / / www.hacla.org / Portals / 0 / Attachments / Others / ConflictofInterestPolicy.pdf

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