Labor Standards Investigator I - City of Saint Paul, MN : Job Details

Salary : $63,835.20 - $83,886.40 AnnuallyLocation : Saint Paul, MNJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 25-UNSP-01088Department: Human Rights and Equal Economic OpportunityOpening Date: 01/07/2025Closing Date: 1/27/2025 11:59 PM Central About the PositionHere's what you can expect to do:Performs entry level professional business support work concerning the City of Saint Paul Labor Standards Ordinances.

• Implements technical assistance and outreach around laws and ordinances for assigned programs: Earned Sick and Safe Time, Minimum Wage, and other labor standards laws assigned to Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity (HREEO) Department for enforcement.
• Serves as a general information resource for businesses seeking assistance to comply with labor standards laws in the City of Saint Paul. Assists internal City departments on compliance with labor standards.
• Reviews self audits submitted by businesses regarding labor standards compliance under HREEO's jurisdiction.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required. For more information and essential functions, see our

Information Specific to this Position:The serves Saint Paul residents and businesses by advancing justice and equity through education, advocacy, and enforcement. The Department of Human Rights & Equal Economic Opportunity is composed of several divisions that perform a diverse array of functions.

• Contract Compliance and Business Development
• Human Rights
• Labor Standards Enforcement and Education
• Procurement (Contract & Analysis Services)

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job. Position RequirementsA Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Law, Socio-Economic fields, or a related field.ORAn Associate's Degree in one of the above fields or two years of relevant college coursework; AND two years of progressively responsible experience in two or more of the following areas: vendor outreach, small business consulting, labor standards enforcement, Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity, prevailing wage compliance, contract compliance, civil rights, or work with diverse communities.A combination of education and experience to equal four (4) years or more can be used to qualify for the position. How to Apply

Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.

Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)

• A resume

First time applying online? Read our Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-###-####. Learn more about our Hiring ProcessOpen Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.Pre-Employment Screening: This position may require a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.Human Resources Contact Information: Ellen Friedman at 651-###-####Email: The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:City Paid Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vacation/Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
• Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Program

Optional Benefits

• Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance

For a detailed overview, visit 01 The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.

• Yes

02 Which of the following options BEST describes how you qualify for the Labor Standards Investigator I position?

• A Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Law, Socio-Economic fields, or a related field.
• An Associate's Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Law, Socio-Economic fields, or two years of relevant college coursework; AND two years of relevant experience.
• Four or more years of relevant professional experience.
• None of the above

03 Describe your experience interacting with community members, business owners, or customers to provide information or resolve problems. What steps do you take to find the right solutions? 04 Describe your familiarity with OSHA, Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity, Human Rights and labor standards. 05 Please select from the following options. Which tasks do you have experience performing. Choose all that apply.

• Intake and investigations
• Interviewing skills and conducting witness interviews
• Auditing experience in a professional or academic setting
• None of the above

06 Based on your selections above, please describe your work related experience with each task. Please include your role, responsibility, and length of experience performing each task. 07 Describe a time you changed your approach to work more effectively with someone from a different background. What was the situation, how was it handled, and what was the outcome? What role did you play, and what skills did you use to contribute to successful communication between stakeholders? 08 Please select from the following options. Which computer applications do you have experience using? Choose all that apply.

• Web based applications
• Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook)
• Database usage to track data and review trends
• None of the above

09 Describe any professional experience you possess with data collection and tracking, writing reports, and identifying trends. Include any software and databases you used to perform the work. 10 LANGUAGES: Check all languages you speak, read, or write fluently. Candidates may be tested on the language selected prior to hire. If you are not fluent in a language other than English, select NA.

• Amharic
• Arabic
• Cambodian
• Hmong or Laotian
• Oromo
• Sign Language
• Somali
• Skaw, Pwo, or other Karen language
• Spanish
• Vietnamese
• Other
• NA

11 LANGUAGES: If you selected Other non-English language in the previous question, please indicate what language(s) you speak, read, or write fluently below. 12 RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)

• City of Saint Paul website
• City of Saint Paul employee
• City of Saint Paul job interest card
• City of Saint Paul walk-in
• City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
• City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
• Friend or family member
• League of Minnesota Cities website
• Governmentjobs.com website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• X (formerly known as Twitter)
• Indeed.com website
• ZipRecruiter
• Pollen website
• MinnesotaWorks.net
• College or University
• Community organization
• Job fair
• Professional association
• Saint Paul Elevate Session
• People of Color Career Fair
• Other

13 RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name). Required Question