Labor Law Enforcement Officer II - III

Office of Construction Industry Enforcement

Recruitment #071025-UDDF05-600700

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Summary Statement

Conduct on-site inspections and investigations on construction employers throughout the state for compliance with Delaware's Prevailing Wage, Workplace Misclassification and Contractors Registrations laws and regulations. Make determinations on investigations, issue civil penalties, testify in administrative processes, and educate employers in the community on Delaware labor laws.

Preferred Qualification

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.

  • Ability to read, write and speak Spanish fluently.  

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.  Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

  • Investigates and resolves complaints and enforces various state labor standards and civil rights laws.

  • Advises employers, employees, attorneys and other interested parties of the applicability and interpretation of the various laws; provides information to the general public regarding labor standards and civil rights laws, regulations and filing procedures.

  • Gathers, examines, and interprets data such as payroll, medical and other records to determine amount due; collect wages and benefits if applicable. 

  • May participate in annual prevailing wage survey of contractors; provides prevailing wage determinations to governmental entities, contractors, architects, contracting agencies and others requesting information.

  • Prepares case summaries, reports, and correspondence for cases.  Maintains records of complaints received and disposition of cases. 

  • Keeps abreast of changes in the law, new interpretations; attends training seminars or conferences.

Job Requirement Series

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Labor Law Enforcement Officer II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. One year experience in conducting investigations which includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence, and documenting findings.
  2. Six months experience in resolving labor law or employment discrimination complaints.
  3. Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
  4. Six months experience in narrative report writing.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Labor Law Enforcement Officer III
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
  1. Three years experience in conducting investigations which includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence, and documenting findings.
  2. Three years experience in resolving labor law or employment discrimination complaints.
  3. Three years experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
  4. Two years experience in developing and conducting staff training.
  5. Two years experience in narrative report writing.

Additional Posting Information

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.

Conditions of Hire

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.  This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.  You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.