Wage-Hour Technician

State of Alaska; Highland Park (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska in Fairbanks is seeking a Wage-Hour Technician to ensure prevailing wage compliance on public projects, conduct audits of payrolls, and perform on-site inspections. The role includes reviewing notices and supporting the LSS online filing services.

The position works within the Division of Labor Standards and Safety, offering opportunities to educate employers and assist communities statewide. Some travel is required within Alaska.

Qualifications

• Auditing standards knowledge and procedures for financial and compliance audits.
• Knowledge of Federal laws, regulations and guidance for program compliance.
• Analytical thinking to address problems or opportunities using a logical, systematic approach.

Responsibilities

• Audit payrolls to ensure prevailing wage compliance on public construction projects.
• Conduct on-site inspections of construction projects.
• Review and approve Notices of Award and Notices of Completion.
• Provide technical assistance for the LSS Online Filing Services and related offerings.
• Educate employers on their responsibilities and timelines.

Skills

Auditing

Compliance

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Labor Standards and Safety, is recruiting for a Wage-Hour Technician located in Fairbanks! No Cover Letter Required!

This position is in the General Government Unit (GGU) at a Range 12.

What You Will Be Doing:

Wage and Hour Technicians ensure that the prevailing wage requirements are adhered to and that employees are paid properly on public construction projects. They conduct audits of certified payrolls, perform on-site inspections of construction projects, review and approve Notices of Award and Notices of Completion, and provide technical assistance for public users of the Department’s LSS Online Filing Services. Wage and Hour Technicians also provide assistance with the office’s child labor, general industry, and customer service offerings, as well as educating employers on their responsibilities.

Our Mission, Values, and Culture:

The mission of Labor Standards and Safety is to ensure safe and legal working conditions. Wage and Hour enforces and administers Alaska labor laws to ensure that workers are justly compensated for their labor and safeguarded from unfair or unscrupulous practices. This includes enforcement of minimum wages and overtime regulations, child labor laws, "right to return" transportation, public contract laws, and responsibility for the administration and licensing of private employment agencies.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• We provide training opportunities, a comprehensive employee benefits package to include retirement, health insurance, and paid holidays.
• This position works on a predictable schedule, and enjoys a degree of independence on the job.
• Working with Wage and Hour provides the opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated group of employees who provide services to communities statewide.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

This job is located at 675 7th Avenue in Fairbanks, Alaska. There is routine travel throughout the Fairbanks area and occasional travel throughout the state for on-site inspections.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Auditing: Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and procedures for conducting financial and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program audits.
• Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

To view the general description and example of duties for the position, please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

A high school diploma or a GED certificate

Six months of advanced clerical experience. This experience is met by service as an Administrative Clerk 3, Human Resource Assistant, or Accounting Clerk 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Six months of post secondary education from an accredited college (3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal one month of work experience) may substitute for the specific experience.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.

DRIVER’S LICENSE REQUIREMENT

Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW

• A list of three (3) professional references, one of which should be your most recent supervisor, including name, job title, employer, and current phone number(s).
• A copy of your last three (3) performance evaluations, or two (2) letters of reference if evaluations are unavailable.
• A copy of your current, valid Driver's License.

LEGAL EMPLOYMENT

The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Jeremy Applegate
Investigator 5
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