COMPLIANCE PROGRAMS DIRECTOR

Office of the

Secretary Division:

Equal Employment Opportunity Location:

Baton Rouge, LA Louisiana Works transforms lives and drives prosperity by putting people at the center of everything we do. We provide one seamless door where individualized solutions create new possibilities, proving that when government works for people, Louisiana works for everyone. Learn more about Louisiana Works The Compliance Programs Director will communicate information to recipients, sub-recipients, employees, participants, and the general public regarding their rights and responsibilities related to equal opportunity and compliance within LA Works federally funded programs. The Office of the Secretary (OS ) is responsible for setting the overall vision, mission and long-term goals of the department. OS provides leadership and management of all departmental programs, communicates departmental direction, ensures the quality of services provided, and fosters better relations with all stakeholders, thereby increasing awareness and use of departmental services. The Equal Opportunity and Compliance Division (EOCD) coordinates, implements, and monitors compliance with non-discrimination requirements under WIOA Title I and applicable federal regulations, including oversight of the Non-Discrimination Plan and Impact Plan. Seven years of experience in monitoring compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws and regulations; or in human resources or employment law; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in monitoring compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws and regulations; or in human resources or employment law; OR A bachelor's degree plus four years of experience in monitoring compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws and regulations; or in human resources or employment law. An advanced degree plus three years of experience in monitoring compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws and regulations; or in human resources or employment law.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Details:

Directs the development of, and/or develops, monitoring guides and procedures to assess performance levels and evaluate the effectiveness of departmental and contractor compliance. Directs the preparation and maintenance of reports necessary to meet federal and state agency requirements. Receives, develops, coordinates, and implements reasonable accommodation requests; drafts approval and denial notification letters. Performs duties that may include attending meetings both in and out of the office, traveling as required, and communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Position Specific Details:

Location:

Baton Rouge, LA Appointment Type:

Probational / Job Appointment / Promotional / Detail to Special Duty How to

Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above 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 applications 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 this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes

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be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Kedrick Kennedy kedrick.kennedy@la.gov The Louisiana Works is an equal employment opportunity employer and SAME agency that serves as a model employer for the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities • TDD# 800-259-5154.