New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) · 2 months ago
Labor Standards -Compliance Officer I
US-NJ-Trenton
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) is looking for a Compliance Officer I to manage adherence to labor standards for EDA-funded construction projects. This role involves monitoring compliance, conducting site visits, and providing technical guidance to ensure project success and regulatory adherence.
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Responsibilities
Monitor compliance with Affirmative Action, Prevailing Wage, Contractor Registration, and Building Service regulations for EDA-funded construction
Generate detailed project compliance reporting via CRM. Support
Resolve project-related issues, maintain positive relationships, and ensure accurate project data within the CRM system
Verify project certified payroll and AA reports, issue deficiency notices for non-compliant projects, and support project compliance through participation in pre-construction meetings and relevant research
Provide support to the Program Manager, Sr. Compliance Officers and Team Leads with on project-related matters, assist with project assignments, and address immediate project inquiries in their absence
Lead and conduct pre-construction meetings (in-person or virtual) with general contractors, owners/applicants, to establish project compliance expectations
Conduct site visits as needed for active projects to verify workforce representation and good faith efforts as reported in affirmative action documentation
Maintain effective communication with general contractors, owners/applicants, to address project compliance, provide updates, and foster positive working relationships
Ensure adherence to Affirmative Action and Prevailing Wage regulations, maintain positive relationships contractor, and efficiently manage assigned projects to ensure timely completion and compliance
Conduct project audits and reviews, utilizing technology to track compliance status and monitoring. Perform periodic audits or other methods to monitor compliance and help reduce issues in identified areas
Actively seeks feedback, shares information, and encourages open dialogue
Participates in team meetings, supports colleagues, and collaborates with other departments to align compliance efforts with organizational goals
Provides guidance, answers questions, and assists colleagues in understanding regulations
Assist Director, Program Manager, Team Leads, and Sr. Compliance Officer
Acts as departmental spokesperson as necessary; conducts pre-construction meetings for assigned projects as required
Must complete annual self-assessment as required
Performs other duties and special projects, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3 years experience with exposure to the construction industry and trades and/or accounting
Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in business or management preferred, and/or equivalent professional experience
Effective Communication: The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, is essential for interacting with various contractors, including state agencies, business owners, and EDA staff
Strong Interpersonal Skills: The role requires the ability to deal effectively with a diverse range of individuals, from business professionals to trade employees. Strong interpersonal skills are crucial for building relationships and resolving conflicts
Organizational and Time Management: The ability to prioritize workload, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and work independently within tight deadlines is essential for effectively managing the responsibilities of the role
Staff are required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essentials duties of the position
Foreign degrees/transcripts must be evaluated by a reputable evaluation service at your own expense and must be submitted prior to a start date. If this cannot be provided within 21 days of an offer the offer will be rescinded
Must comply with the 'New Jersey First Act' which requires employees hired after September 1, 2011, to reside in New Jersey. Non-New Jersey resident employees must relocate to New Jersey within one year of their date of hire and provide proof of residency to Human Resources
Must complete an Outside Activity Questionnaire (disclosure of outside office or employment) on an annual basis
Must review the required NJ State Ethics Guidelines found on the state website
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations
Preferred
Advanced degree or industry specific certification may be substituted for 1 year of experience
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite is preferred
NJEDA utilizes Microsoft as the core application platform and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite is preferred
Company
New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA)
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) serves as the State’s principal agency for driving economic growth.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1M2018-07-01Seed· $1M
Leadership Team
Frederick J. Cole
Senior Vice President - Business Support
Clark Smith
Senior Director – Technology Innovation Products
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