Labor Compliance Officer I

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Work Experience: No years of directly related experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Two (2) years of experience in performing contracting, construction management and/or construction trades. POSITION DETAILS
• Job Profile
• J0978 - Contract Officer To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent .
• Compensation Grade
• G107 Hourly Range
• $26.57 - 39.86 USD The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Exempt Position Type
• Regular Time Type
• Full time Department
• Business Services Department, ZBUDG HIER - Recurring Department

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Posting Close Date Applicants must submit their completed application by 06-14-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST Application and Special Instructions APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both an updated chronological resume and cover letter at the time of application. Resumes and cover letters received after the application closing date will not be considered. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications listed above, and wish to receive consideration for the experience, the information must be verifiable in your resume and cover letter. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated based on the education and work experience provided in their employment profile, resume, and cover letter. Top applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an Interview during the week of June 6, 2026. Hiring Interviews MAY occur. This position is not eligible for an alternative work schedule during the first twelve (12) months of employment. The schedule will be onsite, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ABOUT THIS JOB Position Specific Summary The Labor Compliance Officer I position at the City of Tucson's Business Services Department is responsible for conducting basic investigations and interviews, including reviewing payroll records to ensure contractors comply with prevailing wage laws. This position assists in monitoring and enforcing labor laws, wage standards, and regulations. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Procurement Manager. This position does not supervise. Duties and Responsibilities Assists with on-site contractor employee interviews and labor compliance investigations. Observes and notates tasks performed by prime and sub-contractor employees at job sites. Conducts initial review of certified payroll records against completed employee interviews. Conducts initial audit of payroll information to ensure compliance with Federal and local laws. Confers with senior staff to resolve discrepancies and to defined business needs. Gathers data to include on annual and semi-annual reports that are submitted to the United States Department of Labor. Verifies contractor and subcontractor eligibility with State Contractor's Licensing Board and Federal debarment lists. Identifies and refers potential problems to senior staff and coordinates labor compliance activities with project managers and engineers before releasing project funds. Notifies prime contractors of findings, violations, infractions and requests corrective action after conferring with senior staff. Closes out files in a timely manner. Applies established monitoring programs for compliance with federal or local wage laws. Attends pre-bid, pre-construction and labor compliance meetings. Assists contractors with using related systems. Assists with implementing the program by monitoring and reviewing federally funded construction project specifications, confers with city project managers, engineers and associated project staff to establish the appropriate federal wage decision on construction projects. Assists with the development and conducting of public presentations, community outreach and training as necessary or requested. Collects and compiles statistical data, prepares correspondence, discrepancy letters, enforcement reports, activity reports, recommendations, memos, and other communications. Prepares and submits various required reporting for the Davis Bacon & Related Acts program. Interacts with City of Tucson information technology department on related systems. Interacts, educates, and participates in public presentations. Assists with providing guidance to city project managers relating labor laws and assist with providing communication back to the department. All other duties as assigned Working Conditions Mostly office environment. All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

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