SIGN-ON Bonus: HACLA is excited to announce that this position qualifies for a one-time sign-on, Non-PERSable Bonus of $4,000.00 for the selected candidate who commences full-time permanent employment with HACLA between January 1, 2024, through June 30, 2024, and have continuous permanent employment with HACLA through the date of payment in December 2024.

Please go to http://www.hacla.org/careers for details of this position and to apply. 

***Position open until filled***

Characteristics of the Class: Under supervision of the Labor Compliance Administrator, the incumbent in this administrative position will ensure federal and state labor standards compliance on a variety of Housing Authority construction and maintenance projects where state and federal labor laws and regulations apply, including payment of state prevailing wages, HUD-approved maintenance wages and/or Davis-Bacon wages. 

• Attend, and when necessary, conduct pre-bid and pre-construction meetings to ensure contractors, subcontractors and developers are aware of applicable labor laws and regulations.
• In consultation with the Housing Authority’s Publics Works and Compliance Administrator and others as may be requested, review bid specifications and analyze project specifications and scopes of work to help ensure utilization of the appropriate wage determination(s) and incorporation of required regulatory provisions.
• Assist in advising on labor compliance issues during preparation and evaluation of Invitation for Bids (“IFB”s) and Request for Proposals(“RFP”s).
• Assist with monitoring, investigating, and reporting on the labor practices of contractors and subcontractors engaged in construction and maintenance activities on behalf of the Housing Authority to determine compliance with federal and state labor laws and regulations. These activities include visiting construction sites to interview workers and confirm legally required state and federal notices are posted.
• Receive and document complaints of noncompliance; conduct meetings with complainants to obtain information and documents to determine validity of complaints; 
• Communicate, clarify, and inform noncompliant contractors and subcontractors of labor laws and regulations, noncompliance issues, and assist with resolutions of potential noncompliance issues and/or complaints. 
• Document all contacts with contractors and subcontractors regarding potential noncompliance for supervisor review.
• Coordinate and perform audits of contractors and subcontractors engaged in construction and maintenance activities on behalf of the Housing Authority to ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws and regulations utilizing available staff and resources; secure and review certified payroll reports, other construction records, logs, observations and assist with conducting contractor staff interviews.
• Assist with the preparation of periodic written reports to senior and middle management staff summarizing contractor and subcontractor audits and the progress of outstanding projects. 
• Assist in preparation of administrative or technical reports, analyses, and summaries including the Semi-Annual Labor Standards Enforcement Report for HUD.
• Assist in securing HUD approval of bi-annual HUD-approved Maintenance wages updates.
• Assist with setup and maintain labor compliance projects files.
• When necessary, represent the Housing Authority at labor compliance meetings with both internal and external parties.

Desired Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of:

• Relevant state wage and labor laws and regulations governing the procurement and contracting process for construction and maintenance projects. 
• Relevant Davis-Bacon and/or Davis-Bacon and Related Acts provisions that governing the procurement and contracting process for federally funded construction activities.
• MS Word and Excel, database computer systems, including systems designed for tracking certified payroll activity including LCP Tracker.

Ability to:

• Read and comprehend construction specifications and scopes of work for purposes of identifying applicable wage classifications. 
• Interpret and apply federal and state labor laws and regulations.
• Have an analytical and collaborative approach that facilitates compliance within the framework of federal and state laws and regulations,
• Develop and make presentations related to labor compliance.
• Communicate clearly in writing and orally, with senior and middle management staff, contractors, subcontractors, government representatives, and regulatory officials.
• Use independent judgment and apply appropriate decision-making related to construction specifications and applicable labor standards.
• Accurately assess construction trade practices to determine compliance with applicable labor standards.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education, and/or training. Applications must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation. Resumes may be included but may not be submitted in lieu of application content. Only the most-qualified applicants will be considered and may be invited to the interview and selection process.

SELECTION PROCEDUREApplications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. The application must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.

HIRING INFORMATIONAll job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes: a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.

Candidates will start at step one of an eight-step salary range unless there are special exceptions in accordance with agency Personnel Rules.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONTesting Accommodations: If you require an accommodation due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call (213) 252-5400 for special assistance. Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.

As a condition of new and continued employment, employees in this classification must participate in mandatory direct deposit of payroll.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
 
Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application.
 
NOTE: The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
 
Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles' Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and/or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority. A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by visiting our website at:
 
http://www.hacla.org/Portals/0/Attachments/Others/ConflictofInterestPolicy.pdf 
 
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