Enforcement Supervisor - Office of Labor Standards
- Job Name
- Enforcement Supervisor - Office of Labor Standards
- Brief Description
- We’re looking for a dynamic, equity-focused leader passionate about labor rights and equipped with strong investigation and enforcement skills. This role involves supervising a dedicated team that enforces labor laws and ensures workplace equity throughout Seattle. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and promote fair labor standards, apply today to join OLS!
- Job Type
- Full-Time
- Education Level Required
- Bachelors
- Location City
- Seattle, WA 98104, United states
- Contact Person
- Katie Jo Keppinger
- Contact Email
- katiejo.keppinger@seattle.gov
- Contact Phone
- 2064373087
- How to Apply
- Application Process: Here is a resource for Application and Interviewing tips (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) with the City of Seattle.
Submit applications at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle/ no later than 4:00 PM Pacific Time on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. To be considered for this position, please attach:
A cover letter explaining your interest and capability to perform this job.
A PDF resume illustrating related experiences, skills, and abilities. - Direct Link
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- Job Details
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Enforcement Supervisor
Salary – $52.30 - $60.85 Hourly
Location – Seattle, WA
Job Type – Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Job Number – 2024-01391
Department – Office of Labor Standards
Opening Date – 11/15/2024
Closing Date – 12/10/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Position Description –
The City of Seattle is a leader on wage, labor and workforce practices that enhance equity, address wage gaps, and create a fair and vibrant economy for workers, businesses, and residents. The Office of Labor Standards (OLS) seeks to improve workers’ lives through thoughtful community and business engagement, and the development and implementation of innovative policy and laws that create fair and equitable workplaces.
We’re looking for a dynamic, equity-focused leader passionate about labor rights and equipped with strong investigation and enforcement skills. This role involves supervising a dedicated team that enforces labor laws and ensures workplace equity throughout Seattle. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and promote fair labor standards, apply today to join OLS!
Job Responsibilities –
What You’ll Do:- Supervise and Mentor Enforcement Staff: Lead a team of investigators, senior investigators, and paralegals. Assign and direct work, ensuring high-quality, timely completion. Provide training, mentorship, performance management, and professional development for team members.
- Develop and Implement Policies: Work closely with the Enforcement Manager to develop, recommend, and implement improvements in policies, practices, and procedures. Guide the team in driving work plans and achieving organizational goals.
- Build Collaborative Partnerships: Coordinate with both internal and external partners, sharing information, resources, and labor standards updates to enhance the effectiveness of labor law enforcement across Seattle.
- Are dedicated to creating inclusive, equitable environments and achieving fair outcomes.
- Value collaboration and build respectful relationships with community leaders, organizations, and partners.
- Bring a strong understanding of labor standards, including Seattle’s laws as well as state and federal regulations, with a willingness to continuously learn and deepen your expertise.
- Can navigate complex investigations, lead negotiations, and run multiple projects in a fast-paced setting.
- Can develop and support your team members through coaching, mentoring, and leadership, while fostering their professional growth.
- Knowledge of Labor Standards: Solid foundation of labor laws, legal analysis, and experience with policy drafting.
- Commitment to Racial Equity and Social Justice: Familiarity with race and social justice principles, integrating them into professional practice.
- Project Management Skills: Strong organizational skills, an eye for detail, and adaptability in handling deliverables and shifting priorities.
- Leadership and People Management Skills: Strong listening and communication abilities, openness to diverse viewpoints, and a proven capacity for problem-solving and decisive action with conscientiousness. Experienced in fostering staff development, promoting a positive team dynamic, and providing supportive leadership even in complex or uncertain circumstances.
- Cultural Competency: Proven ability and willingness to engage effectively with Seattle’s diverse communities, businesses, and advocacy groups.
- Investigation Expertise: Prior experience with workplace investigations, particularly in wage and hour or EEOC discrimination cases, and familiarity with employment litigation or regulatory agencies is beneficial.
- Legal Insight: A solid understanding of complex labor standards and legal processes.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office (especially Excel for data-driven tasks), with a willingness to learn and adapt to databases like Dynamics and platforms like SharePoint.
- Language Skills: Bilingual abilities in Cantonese, Mandarin, or Spanish are a plus, enhancing engagement with diverse communities.
Qualifications –
In addition to the ability to complete the tasks mentioned above, you will need to possess the below required qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Social Science, Human Relations, or a closely related field.
AND
Two years of professional experience in enforcement or compliance investigation and two years supervisory or lead experience (may be concurrent).
AND
License: A valid Washington State Driver's License or evidence of equivalent mobility.
OR
A combination of education, training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class which will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability.
Additional Information –
This full-time, benefits-eligible position is classified as a Civil Rights Analyst, Supervising in the City payroll system and is covered by the Civil Service system (Download PDF reader) and FLSA (eligible for overtime). The full pay range for this step-progression position is $52.30 - $60.85 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $52.30 hourly, with current City employees’ starting rates based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions.
Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package includes vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits and retirement is available on the City's website: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans
Why Work at the City of Seattle? We recognize that every employee plays a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture results from our behavior, personal commitments, and the ways we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.
Hybrid Work / Work Environment: This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule, with arrangements based on an agreement between the employee and their manager. May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends and/or holidays; or attend meetings at locations outside of the office.
Application Process: Here is a resource for Application and Interviewing tips (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) with the City of Seattle.
Submit applications at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle/ no later than 4:00 PM Pacific Time on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. To be considered for this position, please attach:- A cover letter explaining your interest and capability to perform this job.
- A PDF resume illustrating related experiences, skills, and abilities.
Hiring Timeline: We anticipate conducting the first and second rounds of interviews during the second and third weeks of January 2025. Our goal is to have the selected new hire start in February 2025.
Accommodations: Individuals with disabilities will be provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact Nicolette.Hornbeck@seattle.gov to request accommodation.
Questions: Please contact Nicolette.Hornbeck@seattle.gov
Agency – City of Seattle
Address –
Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Website – http://www.seattle.gov/jobs