Manager-Foreign Labor Certification (FLC)

State of Georgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 73,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) seeks a Manager of Foreign Labor Certification to oversee the program within the Office of Workforce Development. The role requires strong leadership, compliance expertise, and effective collaboration with employers and state agencies.

Travel statewide is required; a Bachelor's degree or five years of relevant experience are the minimum qualifications. Bi-lingual English-Spanish is preferred to support diverse job seekers and employers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or five years of relevant work experience required.
• Knowledge of WIOA and Wagner-Peyser Act preferred.
• Two years' experience in FLC and processing H2A/H2B orders preferred.
• Bi-lingual English-Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee foreign labor certification process to ensure federal/state compliance.
• Provide guidance and training to FLC staff and housing inspectors.
• Maintain records, policies, and procedures; coordinate with employers and stakeholders.
• Travel statewide to support staff and operations as needed.

Skills

Bi-lingual English-Spanish

Leadership & team mgmt

Compliance knowledge

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Manager-Foreign Labor Certification

Agency: Technical College System of Georgia

Job Requisition ID: JR0000007582

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $73,000 - $80,000 (COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)

Job Description

The position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications below. The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is seeking highly qualified applicants for their full-time Manager of Foreign Labor Certification Program position in the Office of Workforce Development.

Responsibilities

• The Foreign Labor Certification Program Manager oversees and manages the foreign labor certification process to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and efficient processing of applications. The program manager is responsible for providing guidance and support to Office of Workforce Development (OWD) FLC staff (Specialists and Housing Inspectors), maintaining accurate and effective FLC policies and procedures, maintaining accurate records, coordinating with various stakeholders including employers, developing FLC related policies, and staying updated on changes in immigration policies and procedures. This position requires statewide travel. Additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Leadership and Team Management: Leading and managing a team of professionals involved in the foreign labor certification process, including housing inspectors, and administrative staff. Provide guidance, support, and training to team members to ensure high performance, adherence to procedures, and professional development. Complete FLC staff performance evaluations.
• Compliance and Process Oversight: Overseeing the entire foreign labor certification process, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as agency guidelines and program requirements. Develop and implement standardized procedures, workflows, and quality control measures to optimize efficiency and accuracy in processing applications. Support the FLC staff, interpreting federal and state legislation and program requirements; assist in the development of policy in compliance with legislation and grant requirements. Shadow housing inspectors while conducting housing inspections. Create policies and procedures for both FLC staff processing orders and Housing Inspectors. Conduct Post-Certification reviews of H2A and H2B job postings.
• FLC Application Review and Adjudication: Reviewing and evaluating applications for foreign labor certification to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Making determinations on labor certification eligibility based on established criteria and prevailing wage standards.
• Understanding Regulations: Having a comprehensive understanding of FLC regulations, policies, the FLAG system and any other federal and/or State regulations as it relates to the FLC process.
• Policy Interpretation: Having the ability to interpret government policies and guidelines related to foreign labor certification process and the FLAG system in order to assist co-workers, members of other WorkSource GA teams, employers, job seekers and other stakeholders.
• Policy Compliance and development: Stay updated with federal, state, and local housing regulations and ensure adherence to these standards as it related to Foreign Labor Certification and housing requirements. Assist in the development of policy in compliance with legislation and grant requirements.
• Employer Liaison: Acting as a liaison between employers and government agencies, by guiding employers through the process of obtaining labor certifications. Provide guidance and advice to employers regarding eligibility criteria, application processes, and potential challenges. Notify employer of any deficiencies found in clearance orders. Notify employer of any deficiencies found during housing inspections. Offer the employer suggestion on how to resolve application deficiencies. Complete follow up calls with employer to verify number of workers hired, etc.
• Recordkeeping and Reporting: Maintaining accurate records, documentation, and case files related to the foreign labor certification process. Provide supporting documentation to USDOL for determination of H2A/B applications. Submit all the necessary FLC application process documentation to USDOL and the employer (i.e., uploading documents to FLAG). Maintain documentation of complaints regarding housing inspections. Maintain and schedule housing inspections.
• Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with internal WorkSource GA teams, government agencies, legal representatives, and external stakeholders to facilitate the smooth processing of labor certification applications.
• All Other Duties as assigned.
• NOTE: This position will require travel throughout the Agricultural Designated Significant Office areas to provide support and oversight to staff. Additionally, travel to leadership meetings at the TCSG office will be required quarterly and associated travel for professional development, or as pertinent to grant objectives (federal trainings, etc.) will be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university *or* five (5) years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) and related Wagner-Peyser (WP) Act.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations with experience interpreting Training and Employment Notices (TENs) and Training and Employment Guidance Letters (TEGLs).
• Two years' experience working in FLC to include processing H2A/H2B job orders.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to Foreign Labor Certification.
• Experience with policy analysis and producing written deliverables.
• Experience with public speaking or developing training seminars.
• Experience with multi-tasking.
• Ability to work on short/tight deadlines.
• Bi-lingual English-Spanish

Technical Competencies

• Time and task management skills
• Basic computer skills and ability to adapt to job-related software programs
• Organizational skills
• Project management skills
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Skills in interpersonal relations and customer service
• Decision making and problem-solving skills

The Technical College System of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

An Equal Opportunity Employer Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor s degree. - -OR - -Five (5) years of experience in a related field

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.