L&I Technical Specialist Lead (Apprenticeship Consultant 4)

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries; Washington; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries invites applications for the Technical Specialist Lead (Apprenticeship Consultant 4). You’ll serve as the statewide technical expert for the Apprenticeship Program, participating in developing or revising laws, standards, rules, and policy to expand the program and strengthen workforce readiness.

This role requires substantial experience in apprenticeship programs or related fields, with duties including leading the technical review team,

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in apprenticeship consultation or related roles.
• Experience with state apprenticeship programs or regulatory oversight.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, and policies affecting registered apprenticeships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical review of all WSATC quarterly standards, revisions and requests.
• Serve as the lead facilitator for the Technical Review Team (TRT).
• Serve as the program liaison for SBCTC and RSI trade review.
• Be responsible for the technical review of proposed new standards; serve as a statewide expert and technical resource for Apprenticeship Consultant 3 staff and Management Analyst 4 staff in the development of new standards and/or occupations, revisions to standards, development of preparatory programs, and RSI plans and revisions.
• Lead for objection process, mediations and hearings.
• Advise apprenticeship consultants, apprenticeship program staff, and employers on state and federal laws and rules applying to registered apprenticeship, as well as WSATC policies and procedures.
• Provide interpretation and consultation of rules and regulations
• Support the Apprenticeship program and the Department at legislative hearings by reviewing and collaborating on fiscal notes for apprenticeship legislation.
• Monitor bills and hearings as assigned. Keeps the apprenticeship program manager informed on potential impacts of proposed legislation on the apprenticeship program and its stakeholders.
• Assist the DLS policy team with CR-101, CR-102, and CR-103 rules packages.

Skills

Apprenticeship experience

Technical review

Policy liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration/public policy

Job description

Description
Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!
Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability
Please Note: This opportunity is open to current Labor & Industries employees only.
Job Highlights
As our Technical Specialist Lead (Apprenticeship Consultant 4), you’ll serve as the statewide technical expert for the Department of Labor & Industries Apprenticeship Program. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in the development or revision of laws, standards, rules, regulations and policy as well as expand the Apprenticeship program to support a highly qualified and highly skilled workforce.

Duties

Some Of What You’ll Do

• Oversee technical review of all WSATC quarterly standards, revisions and requests.
• Serve as the lead facilitator for the Technical Review Team (TRT).
• Serve as the program liaison for the State Board Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) and Related Supplement Instruction (RSI) trade review.
• Be responsible for the technical review of proposed new standards; serve as a statewide expert and technical resource for Apprenticeship Consultant 3 staff and Management Analyst 4 staff in the development of new standards and/or occupations, revisions to standards, development of preparatory programs, and Related Supplemental Instruction plans and revisions.
• Lead for objection process, mediations and hearings.
• Advise apprenticeship consultants, apprenticeship program staff, and employers on state and federal laws and rules applying to registered apprenticeship, as well as Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council (WSATC) policies and procedures.
• Provide interpretation and consultation of rules and regulations
• Support the Apprenticeship program and the Department at legislative hearings by reviewing and collaborating on fiscal notes for apprenticeship legislation.
• Monitor bills and hearings as assigned. Keeps the apprenticeship program manager informed on potential impacts of proposed legislation on the apprenticeship program and its’ stakeholders.
• Assist the DLS policy team with CR-101, CR-102, and CR-103 rules packages.

Qualifications

Required:

Three (3) years of experience as a Washington State Department of L&I Apprenticeship Consultant 3 or Dept. of Labor Office of Apprenticeship employee
OR
Journey level standing as a result of completion of an apprenticeship program and three (3) years of experience working for, or providing technical assistance and consultation services to, a registered apprenticeship program
OR
Journey level standing as a result of completion of an apprenticeship program and three (3) years of experience as a Coordinator/Training Director for a program approved by a state apprenticeship council or the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Apprenticeship Training
OR
Three (3) years of experience developing and implementing apprenticeship programs or preapprenticeship programs that have a documented relationship to the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council or Dept. of Labor Office of Apprenticeship
OR
Bachelor’s degree involving major study in public administration, public policy, or experience working in a legislative capacity, conducting research and analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations or comparable combination of graduate education and experience.
Additional qualifying experience will substitute for education at the rate of one year of experience for one year of education.

Required Equity Competencies

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Desired

• Journey level standing as a result of completion of an apprenticeship program and a Bachelor’s degree involving major study in public administration, public policy, or experience working in a legislative capacity, conducting research and analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations or comparable combination of graduate education and experience.

Supplemental Information

Things You Need To Know

To help you maintain a proper work-life balance, teleworking is one of the work schedule options for this position. L&I also offers flexible custom work schedules.
State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee’s career.
At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.

For this position, telework is permitted part time dependent upon business needs and supervisor approval. The assigned duty station for this position is anywhere within the State of Washington.
For positions where in-office work is necessary, the frequency of telework will be discussed with the supervisor of the position at the time of offer.

Background Check Notice

Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.

Other Information

• For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• This position is represented bytheWashington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
• Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
• Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.

Did You Know?

Washington is America's Top State to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.
In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.

Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact L&I’s [e-mail] .

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.

For more Information

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