Bilingual Prevailing Wage Investigator — Remote Options

State of Washington; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% bilingual pay increase

Telework options

Flexible work schedules

Generous retirement package

Job summary

State of Washington invites applications for an Industrial Relations Agent 2 to investigate routine prevailing wage complaints and enforce wage laws on Public Works projects. The position requires bilingual English/Spanish abilities and will provide interpretation services for Spanish-speaking customers.

Responsibilities include reviewing contracts, payroll audits, and resolution communications between employers and workers.

Qualifications

• Combined total of five years of education and/or experience in labor/employment relations and regulations.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in both English and Spanish; bilingual exam may be required.
• Knowledge of wage laws and related regulations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with employer and employee via phone, email, in person, and letters to resolve prevailing wage disputes.
• Determine validity in prevailing wage complaints by applying relevant rules and regulations.
• Review contracts between public agencies, contractors, and subcontractors; review payroll records for unlawful wage payments.
• File liens with public agencies and negotiate restitution of wages.
• Recommend Notices of Violation and assist with enforcement actions.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Labor Relations)

Associate’s Degree

Job description

State of Washington invites applications for an Industrial Relations Agent 2 to investigate routine prevailing wage complaints and enforce wage laws on Public Works projects. The position requires bilingual English/Spanish abilities and will provide interpretation services for Spanish-speaking customers.

Responsibilities include reviewing contracts, payroll audits, and resolution communications between employers and workers.