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Labor Standards Enforcement Officer (Bilingual)

WAGE AND HOUR INVESTIGATOR I

Recruitment #26-002518-0001

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Introduction

Maryland Department of Labor is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Wage and Hour Investigator I within the Division of Labor and Industry, Prevailing Wage and Workplace Fraud Units.

As a member of the DLI team, you can have a fulfilling career while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e., vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.



GRADE

ASTD11

LOCATION OF POSITION

10946 Golden West Dr., Ste. 160 Hunt Valley, MD 21031

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to enforce and increase voluntary compliance with Maryland protectice labor & employment laws which fall under the responsibility of the Department of Labor.

This position is required to have demonstrated fluency (both oral and written) in both Spanish and English to communicate with Spanish-speaking constituents.

POSITION DUTIES

Investigation: Conducts investigations and examinations of potential labor standards violations in the State.  Performs this function using established investigative discovery methods and evidentiary analysis, including conducting and documenting witness interviews, identifying, collecting and analyzing relevant information, including statements, reports, payroll and personnel policies and records, and other required documentation and evidence. 

Evaluation: Evaluates and relates facts to compliance requirements, citing applicable labor laws and regulations for the purpose of employee empowerment, preventing violations, and public education. Performs this function through direct in person and telephone interviews, written communications, and reviewing and analyzing documentary information and other evidence. 

Adjudication: Adjudicates labor law violations after considering investigation results, and document findings.. Provides testimony during hearings regarding decisions. Enforces decisions by issuing citations, penalties, wage orders, final wage orders, subpoenas, and other notices. 

Outreach and Education: Provides consultation services to employers, employees, and other interested persons to improve labor law compliance in the state. Performs this function through written and oral communication, group presentations, and collaboration with employers to establish labor law compliance programs. 

Communication: Communicates orally and in writing with employers, employees, colleagues and program management, and other interested persons for the purposes of identifying and investigating potential violations, issuing enforcement documents,  obtaining compliance through approved methods (such as conciliation or settlement), and addressing inquiries from members of the public. 

Report Writing: Prepares narrative reports detailing investigations and follow-up activities. 

Other Duties as Assigned:  Performs all other duties assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Two years of general investigative work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university for the required years of experience.

2. Candidates may substitute thirty (30) college credit hours from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience not to exceed two (2) years of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in the inspection, investigation, enforcement and compliance classifications inspection, investigation, enforcement and compliance specialty codes in the wage and hour investigation field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

Experience in governing wages or employment practices in human resources or investigations or management, non-payment of wages, and/or pay equity. 

Report writing and investigative background experience.

Ability to speak and write fluent Spanish.

Experience reviewing, researching, and applying standards and regulation in a codified environment.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Resumes are acceptable as additional information only, however, the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection.

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:

● Flexible hours

● Paid holidays 12-13 per year
● Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)
● State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)
● Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)
● Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services
● Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare
● State Employees Credit Union

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status. If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, You may contact Brianna Freeman via email to brianna.freeman1@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.


PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.


Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland Department of Labor/Office of Administration

Attn: W&H Investigator I (26-002518-0001) BF
100 S. Charles Street, Tower I, Ste. 5000
Baltimore, MD 21201


The MD State Application Form can be found online.


TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay



Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.




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