Lead Compliance Specialist

DC Department of Human Resources; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The DC Department of Public Works, within the Human Capital Administration, seeks a Program Analyst responsible for monitoring the Drug and Alcohol Program, ensuring data accuracy, and maintaining program integrity. On-site duties involve coordinating with behavioral health partners and managing aftercare data.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, cross-agency collaboration, and pre-placement services to support staff wellness and safe on-boarding.

Responsibilities

• Leads monitoring efforts for the DPW Drug and Alcohol Program, overseeing data collection, reporting accuracy, annual compliance updates, and verification of program integrity.
• Provides monthly reports summarizing trends, testing volume, pass/fail outcomes, disciplinary status of employees, and overall compliance indicators, offering recommendations for improvement where needed.
• Serves as a liaison with the Department of Behavioral Health service providers to facilitate treatment referrals.
• Manages an electronic database for aftercare participation for return to work.
• Customizes suggestive aftercare maintenance programs following treatment completion.
• Provides pre-placement services that include assessments/evaluations and services; collaborates with key stakeholders such as Department of Behavioral Health, Department of Health, Social Services, and community treatment providers.

Job description

Job Summary

This position is located in the Department of Public Works (DPW), Human Capital Administration (HCA). The mission of the Department of Public Works (DPW) is to provide the highest quality sanitation, parking enforcement, and fleet management services that are both ecologically sound and cost-effective. The Human Capital Administration is responsible for all things worker-related which includes staffing and recruitment, planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the overall agency human resources and associated labor relations policies and programs by directing subordinate managers.

This position is located in the Department of Public Works (DPW), Human Capital Administration (HCA). The mission of the Department of Public Works (DPW) is to provide the highest quality sanitation, parking enforcement, and fleet management services that are both ecologically sound and cost-effective. The Human Capital Administration is responsible for all things worker-related which includes staffing and recruitment, planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the overall agency human resources and associated labor relations policies and programs by directing subordinate managers.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Leads monitoring efforts for the DPW Drug and Alcohol Program, overseeing data collection, reporting accuracy, annual compliance updates, and verification of program integrity.
• Provides monthly reports summarizing trends, testing volume, pass/fail outcomes, disciplinary status of employees, and overall compliance indicators, offering recommendations for improvement where needed.
• Serves as a liaison with the Department of Behavioral Health service providers to facilitate treatment referrals.
• Manages an electronic database for aftercare participation for return to work.
• Customizes suggestive aftercare maintenance programs following treatment completion.
• Provides pre-placement services that include assessments/evaluations and services; collaborates with key stakeholders such as Department of Behavioral Health, Department of Health, Social Services, and community treatment providers.

Qualifications And Education

Specialized Experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position successfully, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Work Conditions/Environment

The work is typically performed in an office or conference room setting; however, the incumbent maybe required to travel to conduct investigations and meet with various departmental administrations concerning the program.

Other Significant Factors

Tour of Duty:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (ON-SITE POSITION)

Pay Plan, Series, and Grade:

CS – 1801-13

Promotion Potential:

No Known Promotion Potential

Duration of Appointment:

Career Services (Permanent)

Collective Bargaining Unit: (Non-Union)

This position is not in the Collective Bargaining Unit.

Position Designation:

This position has been designated as security sensitive; therefore, the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability, and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks and background investigations, as applicable.

Essential Designation:

This position has been designated as an essential employee position under the provisions of the District Personnel Manual, Chapter 12. As such, your services may be required in emergency situations to perform crucial duties, i.e., snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter operation, food distribution, and communications. These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early. Critical District government operations cannot be suspended or interrupted during emergency situations.

Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.

EEO Statement:

The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.