City of Atlanta Hiring for Compliance Specialist at Atlanta, GA Full Time

Posting Open Until Filled

Salary Range: $50,000- $60,000

About Atlanta Department Of Labor And Employment Services

ADOLES was created in January 2023 under Mayor Dickens’ administration with a vision to develop a robust workforce that will meet the needs of Atlanta’s expanding city and allow residents a pathway to move up the economic ladder. The department supports Labor and Innovation, Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth Employment Services. The Department partners with federal, state, and local governments, colleges, schools, and community and faith-based organizations to deliver comprehensive workforce development services. The department currently administers a portfolio of programs including federal programs including the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and the American Rescue Plan Act.

A Compliance Specialist is critical to ensuring that the Department adheres to federal regulations as well as state and local policies pursuant to workforce development, employment and training services, and fair labor practices. The position will focus on ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulatory requirements while facilitating regulatory reporting. The Compliance Specialist will support the Labor Liaison Officer in community engagement efforts, with a specific emphasis on educating stakeholders, including business owners and workers, about fair labor practices. This includes collaborating with small businesses and organized labor to ensure that business owners and workers are informed about their rights.

Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Assist in organizing workshops, seminars, or webinars tailored to the needs of small business owners, providing practical guidance on maintaining fair employment practices, wage compliance, and employee rights.
• Establish partnerships with local business associations, chambers of commerce, and economic development organizations to facilitate outreach efforts and maximize impact.
• Collaborate with local labor unions and community organizations to develop educational campaigns aimed at empowering workers with knowledge about fair labor practices and their rights in the workplace.
• Provide resources such as informational materials, and online resources to support ongoing education and awareness-building efforts among workers.
• Host networking events or roundtable discussions to facilitate dialogue and collaboration between small businesses, workers, labor unions, and other stakeholders, fostering a sense of community engagement and shared responsibility for promoting fair labor standards.
• Provide Legislation Assistance
• Assist with the preparation of legislation and supporting documentation.
• Serve as lead subject matter expert on labor compliance-related topics with confidential, permanent records and documentation
• Assist with training materials and processes for small business owners and organized labor
• Assist with bargaining agreements and documentation.

Coordinate External Monitoring and Auditing Compliance:

• Utilize tools to maintain compliance with federal, state, and City regulations
• Coordinate monitoring processes to determine the success of community engagement and participation.
• Participate in the department’s development and the implementation of best practices
• Aid in the facilitation of staff training activities to improve the department’s compliance with federal regulations, state policy, and City policies and procedures

Program Performance, Improvement and Reporting:

• Prepare items as required federal, state, and City reporting structures
• Prepare regular reports for senior management and stakeholders to track progress, highlight achievements, and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Participate in site visits with the labor liaison officer.
• Collect performance data according to adole’s goals and prepare periodic performance reports.

Program Quality Assurance:

Serve as the first point of contact for the labor department concerns (e.g. Equal Opportunity Act complaints or department inefficiencies); coordinate with senior leadership for resolution

Qualifications

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, circumstances, and regulatory requirements, while maintaining a focus on compliance objectives.
• Knowledge of Local & State workforce regulations and policies
• Knowledge of federal grant regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Awareness of community engagement strategies and techniques, especially in the context of educating stakeholders about labor laws and compliance requirements.
• Experience with databases and data analysis.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and technology.
• Ability to cultivate and drive crucial conversations with internal and external stakeholders leading to actionable, productive outcomes.
• Understanding of systems, processes, and people to develop and implement solutions to problems
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build detailed and informative reports and documents for executive leadership, oversight entities, and stakeholders
• Keen attention to detail and ability to address complex tasks with accuracy and efficiency

Qualifications And Education Requirements

At least 5-7 years of progressive experience in compliance, labor relations, human resources, or a related field, preferably in a government agency, nonprofit organization, or similar setting.