What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Rights Programs and Compliance Specialist 1 position at State of Alaska?

Salary : $27.67 Hourly

Location : Anchorage, AK

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 48388

Department : Transportation and Public Facilities

Division : DES-Equal Employment and Civil Rights

Opening Date : 12 / 17 / 2024

Closing Date : 1 / 28 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Alaska

Division : Equal Employment and Civil Rights

Position Open To : Alaska Residents Only

Bargaining Unit : General Government

Range : 15

Job Description

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE

The recruitment period for this posting has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied, there is no need to reapply.

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Civil Rights Office is looking for a Civil Rights Programs and Compliance Specialist 1 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing :

Incumbent will assist the Contract Compliance section of the Civil Rights Office (CRO) and is responsible for the administration of contract requirements for a number of external federal programs such as Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), On-the-Job Training (OJT) and Title VI. At times this position may also receive, process, make determinations, and ensure that all certification decisions are based on 49 CFR Part 26 by verifying the qualifying status of businesses and that businesses have the appropriate classifications for use on USDOT-funded projects.

Our organization, mission, and culture :

The Civil Rights Office is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all businesses and personnel on Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) projects. DOT&PF's policy is to ensure that no person be excluded from participation, or be denied benefits, based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, disability, or national origin. Our Mission is to promote fair and equitable public service, advocating non-discriminatory treatment in providing transportation services. Our Vision is to ensure transportation services are provided in a non-discriminatory manner. Incumbent prepares, analyzes, collects data, performs on-site visits to determine compliance with required contract provisions, writes reports of finding and makes recommendations; reviews, evaluates, and formulates DBE goal and Good Faith Effort requests in an expeditious manner. At times, this position may also ensure that certification applications are thorough and compliant with federal regulations on certification and annual reviews of DBEs, conducts validation interviews, investigations, and on-site inspections of businesses to determine if applicants meet the eligibility requirements for DBE status; directly assist in implementing various Civil Rights policies and procedures within the Civil Rights Office.

The benefits of joining our team :

The incumbent will enjoy being a member of a small but talented, positive and focused team full of welcoming researchers, ADA / Title VI / DBE / OJT / SBE specialists, and contract compliance officers.The incumbent will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience with the support for career advancement.After you have received training and are successfully progressing through the probationary period, part-time telework may be an option for this position.

The working environment you can expect :

This position is located at 2200 East 42nd Avenue in the Annex Building in Anchorage. The building is located at the intersection of Lake Otis & Tudor. It is a shared office with another member of the Civil Rights Office team. Work is primarily conducted in an office setting at a computer or collaborating with others.

Who we are looking for :

To be successful in the position a candidate will need the following core competencies :

Compliance : Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
Self-Management : Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior
Oral and Written Communication : Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Special Note :

Alaska Driver`s License -AS 28.15.010

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Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and / or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in

Labor Law : Knowledge of state and Federal employment laws, regulations, guidelines, and legal precedents related to hiring practices, equal employment opportunity, and wage and hour restrictions.

Research : Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.

Contracting / Procurement : Knowledge of various types of contracts, techniques, or requirements (for example, Federal Acquisitions Regulations) for contracting or procurement, and contract negotiation and administration.

equivalent to those typically gained by :

professional experience monitoring contractor activities and administering construction contracts to ensure compliance with laws and regulations such as Affirmative Action, Equal Employment, Opportunity, and nondiscrimination.

Additional Required Information

NOTE : PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions.

The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four levels of proficiency to measure and describe an applicant's level of competence in applying certain behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are : Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You will need to rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and / or support the required minimum qualifications / competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications / competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution / URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE : Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY : Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at : P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following :

Name : Taylor White, Administrative Officer 1

Phone : (907)269-0715

Email :

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical / vision / dental

The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State : See for additional information.

AVTEC

Confidential

Correctional Officers

Marine Engineers

Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers

Supervisory

Unlicensed Vessel Personnel / Inland Boatman's Union

Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)

The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.

General Government

Labor, Trades and Crafts

Public Safety Employees Association

Masters, Mates & Pilots

Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

Group-based insurance premiums for

Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)

Long-term and short-term disability

Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Long-term care (self and eligible family members)

Supplemental Survivor Benefits

Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) / Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)

Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)

Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)

Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security

Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program

Note : The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

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Paid Leave & Other Benefits

Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served

Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

Please rate your level of proficiency in Labor Law : Knowledge of state and Federal employment laws, regulations, guidelines, and legal precedents related to hiring practices, equal employment opportunity, and wage and hour restrictions.

Mastery : Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully performed all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices and facilitate knowledge transfer to others.

Fluency : Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures and practices of the subject area. I have successfully performed the concepts, procedures, and practices independently.

Literacy : Ability to communicate all relevant concepts, procedures and practices of the subject area. I have limited application or practice.