Compliance Program Specialist 4

At DPS PSS Office of Legal Affairs our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive inclusive and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity innovation and a deep commitment to equity.
Were looking for individuals to join our legal division a proactive people-focused team working to attract and support the talent that drives our mission forward. The specialist will serve as the principle assistant to the director of the Compliance Programs Section (CPS) for the Department of Public Safety and Corrections Public Safety Services and will be responsible for assisting in the planning developing implementing and evaluating of all aspects of the CPS to assure that PSS is in compliance with the federally mandated discrimination laws which are set forth in Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) as amended the Equal Pay Act of 1963 (EPA). the Civil Rights Act of 1991 (CRA) which amended provisions of Title VII. The ADEA and the ADA and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008.

If youre driven collaborative and ready to make an impactthis could be the opportunity for you!

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties:

Conducts investigations of complaints received by the Public Safety Services Compliance Programs Section (CPS) relating to employment matters and all workplace violence matters administers oaths to witnesses in investigations receives statements and other evidence in investigations ensures cooperation of PSS employees in investigations assists in composing written reports of investigations assesses credibility of witnesses and weight of evidence in investigations assists in making findings of fact assists in developing a record of each investigation conduce by the CPS assists in maintaining records of complaints to and investigations by the CPS in conducting compliance reviews of individual locations to ensure compliance with federal guidelines and agency policies.

Coordinates the training of all units of PSS on the laws and discrimination enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission including but not limited to sexual harassment discrimination and retaliation.

Ensures that PSS is in compliance with the goals and mission of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission by consulting with supervisors and unit heads and by recommending and implementing new programs policies or procedures for PSS.

Assists PSS in gathering evidence and documentation to satisfy EEOC requests for information or assist the State Attorney Generals Office in gathering documentary evidence when the suit has been filed in District or Federal Court.

Obtains training and staying abreast of new investigative techniques and to follow the most recent court decisions and EEOC guidelines pertaining to discrimination in the workplace and keeping supervisors and managers up-to-date and refreshed on this topic.
Assists in conducting on-site reviews to assure compliance with federal guidelines and agency policies.
Assists in maintaining the central repository for all CPS complaints and investigations including but not limited to EEO matters domestic violence matters and workplace violence matters.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational Promotional or Job Appointment.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday Friday.

Location:This vacancy is located in East Baton Rouge Parish.

Compensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The bi-weekly rate for this position is as follows:
Compliance Program Specialist 4 (AS616) - $1768.00

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:
To apply for this vacancy click on the Applylink and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact: Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Katy Bradley
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge LA. 70896
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The Department of Public Safety and Corrections Public Safety Services is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment- related resources available for those with disabilities refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide (Download
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