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Baltimore County

Prevailing Wage Compliance Specialist - Non-Merit

Baltimore County, Baltimore, Maryland, United States,


Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Office of Budget and Finance.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all

promotions

and changes in job duties due to

reclassification

as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

DEFINITION OF RESPONSIBILITYUnder general supervision, will be responsible for managing and ensuring compliance with all prevailing wage laws and local hire program regulations enacted by County, State and Federal wage and hour labor laws.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES(The following examples illustrate the work performed in the positions in the class. Positions may require some or all of these examples depending on the organization of work within the agency. This list is not inclusive. A position may require related duties not listed, if necessary, to accomplish the work of the agency.)

Skill in personal contacts requiring the ability to explain requirements or rights and obtain information and cooperation from people with diverse backgrounds and levels of understanding, reconcile conflicting interests, and persuade others to comply voluntarily with requirements.Applying investigative and prevailing wage compliance review methods, information sources and protocols specific to self-audit and certificate application reviews.Represents the Department’s interests by attending pre-bid and/or pre-construction meetings. Gathers information pertinent to assist with related decision-making. Explains prevailing wage rate requirements and contractor’s responsibilities.Keeps abreast of all applicable federal, state and local wage laws. Serves as lead on prevailing wages as issued by the Maryland Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division.Ensures accurate quality assurance of contractor and subcontractors’ payroll records. Ensures records reflect necessary information including signed time records, daily work records, completed payroll ledger/journals, fringe benefit records, etc. Systematically audits information and takes appropriate actions in consultation with the Contract Monitors.Verifies the accuracy of job designs and the legitimacy of jobs.Sets up and maintains files containing all contractors’ and subcontractors’ payroll reports, affidavits, and related documents, to be available for public inspection and reference. Obtains all pertinent information and documentation from contractors and subcontractors required to complete projects.Supplies contractors with any changes in Prevailing Wage Rates and other related information.Conducts regular and annual surveys, as necessary.Writes and maintains related procedural manual, forms, etc.Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration or related field from an accredited college or university.Minimum of three years of experience in government senior management and/or compliance management.An equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and fluid environment.Thorough knowledge of Cloud-based wage management platforms and ability to manage input to payroll systems.Experience in Compliance management in a government setting.Strong project management skills.Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).Strong interpersonal skills.Ability to contribute to a collaborative team environment.Highly effective communicator with ability to prepare and present clear and accurate information.Ability to work across organizational units.Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, county staff, and IT consultants.Ability to establish effective working relationships with vendors and sub-contractors.Proof of Licenses, Certifications and EducationApplicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree EquivalencyApplicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:ATTN: Prevailing Wage Compliance Specialist - Non-MeritOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Employment Background InvestigationApplicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

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