Compliance Manager

Under general direction of the Staff Services Manager II, the incumbent, as part of the Central Region Services Compliance management team, is responsible for region-wide technical labor and construction contract compliance support in the administration of "public works" contracts and technical assistance executing the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Labor Compliance and subcontractor substitution provisions. The incumbent provides highly technical guidance to all district staff involved in Labor Compliance, Contract Compliance and related subjects, and may personally conduct or act as lead investigator for the most difficult field investigations.

Provides assistance and oversight for labor standards enforcement and construction contract compliance on local agency transportation projects having federal aid funding. These unique conditions place the responsibility of outreach and education of consultants, contractors and local staff in the administration of the local wage determinations and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) requirements upon the incumbent.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Staff Services Manager I exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

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PARF# 06-5-022 / JC-451483

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Position located at 2015 E. Shields Ave. Suite 100 Fresno, CA 93726, Fresno County

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-451483

Position #(s):
906-700-4800-XXX

Working Title:
Compliance Manager

Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I $6,963.00 - $8,650.00

# of Positions:
Multiple

Work Location:
Fresno County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.

Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf

Director's EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director's EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
  
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process.
  

Interested individuals must submit a Statement of Qualification (SOQ) that provides the information listed below, along with a state application
(form STD 678).

The SOQ will serve as a documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and must be typed. The completed SOQ must be a maximum of two pages long, single spaced and in 12-point font. The SOQ must specifically answer each question listed below.

Each evaluation criteria must be addressed separately and in order as requested below. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as your response to the SOQ. Failure to include the SOQ and follow the SOQ instructions may result in disqualification.

Please provide the information requested in each of the following:

1. Please identify your experience in working and effectively communicating with internal or external management personnel. Also identify the number of years of experience and frequency you have in working and effectively communicating with internal or external management personnel.

2. Please identify your experience in enforcing contractual requirements or contract provisions. Also identify the number of years of experience and frequency you have in the enforcement of contractual requirements or contract provisions.

3. Please identify your experience in managing complex projects. Also identify the number of years of experience and frequency you have in managing complex projects.

4. Please identify your experience in interpreting State and Federal laws and regulations. Also identify the number of years of experience and frequency you have in interpreting State and Federal law and regulations.

5. Please identify your experience developing and presenting training material. Please include the type of training, method of delivery, software programs you used, and the size of your audience. Also identify the number of years of experience and frequency you have developing and presenting training material.

6. Please identify your experience in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Please identify the application and the number of years of experience and frequency you have in using these applications.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 10/11/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Transportation
N/A
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact
Certification Services MS-90
P O Box 168036
Sacramento , CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation
Drop-Off Address
Caltrans DHR Contact
Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS
1727 30th Street, MS 90
Sacramento , CA 95816
Closed on weekends and State holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of the Department's construction operations and a highly detailed and comprehensive understanding of those state and federal regulations and laws pertaining to labor compliance, DBE, DVBE, EEO and subcontractor substitution. The incumbent must be well versed in the California Labor Code and Caltrans Standard Specifications as they both relate to "public works" labor compliance. The incumbent must have a working knowledge of the various directives issued by the DIR and the Laws and Regulations Governing the Payment of Prevailing Wages."

The employee must be able to analyze and resolve complex and sensitive contract administration and labor compliance issues. Requires the ability to make fine distinctions to properly analyze coverage decisions. Analyze contractor payroll records and related and substantiating financial documents to determine whether prevailing wages are being paid. Evaluate evidence for accuracy and sufficiency prior to administrative hearing procedures. The employee needs to comprehend the Department's contract payment systems and how they interact with other contract administration procedures such claims, stop notices, bonds, and terminations. The employee must be able to develop work plans and project schedules, create written, oral and electronic reports utilizing completed staff work for varied assignments dealing with construction and administrative issues. The employee needs to be able recognize opportunities to eliminate unnecessary administrative procedures and recommend innovative and effective options that conserve resources and more efficiently achieve program goals. Analyzes various business practices, rules and regulations to create initial written procedures or develop innovative improvements to existing ones.

Benefits
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Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Hardeep S Chahal
(916) 227-7839
hardeep.chahal@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Lily Sue
(559) 240-1636
lily.sue@dot.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368-3367
Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Application Instructions

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-451483), PARF# 06-5-022 and title of the position (Staff Services Manager I) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver's license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.