Labor compliance specialist

Job Description

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

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Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Office of Diversity and Business Enterprise (ODBE) is responsible for the administration of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program in accordance with the mandates and regulations of the FTA and other federal, state, and local government statutes. ODBE ensures managers and staff understand the importance of diversity and ensuring nondiscrimination in the award and administration of Metra contracts.

Reporting to the Director DBE, the Labor Compliance Specialist 1 is responsible for the data entry of state and federal prevailing wage requirements and project start-up information into the labor compliance database; review apprentice certifications for completeness; and assist with project site visits.

The primary duties include: Provide staff support; prepare and update records, reports, and presentations; maintain prevailing wage data and project start-up information; enter data into the labor compliance database; and ensure accuracy of all entries. Assist with the coordination and performance of duties that ensure construction projects operate in compliance with state and federal regulations, including but not limited to prevailing wages and labor laws. Monitor project and contract status; ensure contractors and prevailing wages are assigned to projects correctly; and inactive projects are closed out timely. Gather, review, and verify apprentice certifications and related documents; and ensure completeness and accuracy. May attend pre-construction meetings and project site visits; assist with disseminating labor compliance requirements to contractors; and interviewing workers to ensure compliance with required postings. Promote safe work practices and maintain and foster a safe work environment. Works under both inside and outside environmental conditions under prevailing conditions of heat, cold, rain, and snow. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Job Requirements

• Associates degree in business administration, finance, accounting or a related field or in lieu of a specified degree, any combination of education and experience may be substituted that equals two (2) years in contract administration, regulatory compliance, or procurement.
• In addition to #1, must have one (1) year of experience in data entry and regulatory compliance that includes labor laws, certified payroll reporting, contract management, or procurement.
• Familiar with prevailing wage, labor, and contract compliance.
• Familiar with employment and labor practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and computer use for data entry and the performance of other functions associated with on-going work.
• Familiar with LCPTracker or similar web-based certified payroll reporting programs.
• Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively relay information to employees, contractors, and vendors.
• Good time management, organization, analytical, and planning skills and detailed oriented.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Ability to work independently and on a team.
• Ability to set meetings and coordinate responses to invitations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use independent judgment and discretion as to aspects of the job that are confidential in nature.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle.
• Must be willing to travel within Metra’s 6-county region.
• Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.

Preferred:

• Experience with certified payroll reporting and labor compliance.

Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

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Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.