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Assistant Contract Compliance Officer (ELDE)
Assistant Contract Compliance Officer (ELDE)City of Oakland • Oakland, California, USA
Assistant Contract Compliance Officer (ELDE)

Assistant Contract Compliance Officer (ELDE)

City of Oakland • Oakland, California, USA
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The Position

The City of Oakland is an equal-opportunity employer that values workforce diversity inclusion and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the Citys historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture community and individualism of employees.

Why Join the Department of Workplace and Employment Standards

The Department of Workplace and Employment Standards (DWES) advances social and economic opportunities for the City of Oakland residents by enforcing the Citys laws that intentionally work to advance equitable opportunities for its residents.

DWES oversees City laws that :

  • Protect workers from wage-theft and inhumane working conditions.
  • Maximize the local impact of the Citys procurement power by providing residents with access to qualify jobs and contracting opportunities.

For those who answer the call to serve the public this is a pivotal and exciting time to join the City of Oakland. Ongoing budget and policy discussions are creating space to reimagine local government prioritize equity and accessibility strengthen core services and ensure resources align with community needs. City leadership is committed to innovation collaboration and strategic investment seeking talented professionals who want to make a lasting impact.

The Positions

DWES is hiring for multiple positions in the Contract Compliance Officer series.

  • Read the complete job description by clicking this link : Assistant Contract Compliance Officer
  • Contract Compliance Officer (journey level) : Apply here Contract Compliance Officer (ELDE)
  • If you are interested in being considered for both positions please apply for them separately .

    Click on the link below to see a video of what its like to work for the City of Oakland!

    Working for the City of Oakland

    Contract Compliance Officers implement the Citys Contracting Equity program including :

  • Outreach to local businesses interested in becoming City contractors
  • Reviewing applications and certifying local and small businesses
  • Enforcing local business participation requirements on City contracts
  • Enforcing City Contractor Labor standards including local hire and prevailing wage laws
  • DWES employees may apply to telecommute up to two (2) days per week subject to operational needs.

    We are looking for someone who :

  • Is supportive and adaptable. You will be working in a fast-paced ever-evolving service-oriented environment with constantly changing priorities.
  • Demonstrates excellent communication. You will be interfacing with the public and a variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
  • Has strong observational skills.
  • Maintains a high degree of patience and a commitment to impartiality.
  • Shows professionalism. You will be interacting with elected officials and leaders at all levels Citywide.
  • Exercises confidentiality. You will be handling sensitive information.
  • Is technologically proficient. You will be using MS Office Suite Zoom and Adobe on a daily basis.
  • What you will typically be responsible for :

  • Processing and reviewing applications for small business certifications.
  • Scheduling and performing site visits related to approval of small business certifications and L / SLBE program compliance.
  • Assisting with outreach for the unit including maintaining the inventory of outreach supplies scheduling and hosting events formatting forecasting documents and other outreach materials and giving presentations about the L / SLBE program and the benefits of certification.
  • Organizing files in our online system B2G so they are easy to find and complete with all required documents. Asking questions and requesting documents of small business owners to complete their application and prepare for staff review.
  • Pulling data for reports evaluating the small business certification area of L / SBLE legislation crafting reports that can help direct outreach efforts and ensuring businesses are registered with the correct NAICS codes.
  • Assisting in creating educational tools and databases for small businesses.
  • Performing other related duties as assigned.
  • A few reasons you might love this job :

  • You care about social and economic justice and are excited to play an integral role in improving the lives of workers residents and local businesses in Oakland.
  • You enjoy problem solving and the fact-finding aspects of this role.
  • You are excited about working with local unions worker advocates and community-based agencies.
  • A few challenges you might face in this job :

  • You will be engaging with individuals at all levels in a politically dynamic environment.
  • You will need to quickly learn the work with minimal direction.
  • Working in an ever-revolving environment can be demanding and require you to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
  • Competencies Required :

  • Action & Results Focused (taking initiative ) : Indicating tasks and focusing on accomplishments
  • Adaptability : Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
  • Attention to Detail : Focusing on the details of work content work steps and final work product
  • Building & Maintaining Relationships : Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
  • Critical Thinking : Analytically and logically evaluates information propositions and claims
  • Finding Analyzing and Interpreting Facts and Data : Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or questions. Draws meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
  • Handlin g Stress : Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure challenge or adversity
  • Interpersonal savvy : Considering and responding appropriately to the needs and feelings of others in different situations
  • Legal & Regulatory Navigation : Understands interprets and ensures compliance with laws policies and regulations
  • Oral Communication : Engages effectively in dialogue. Actively listens and retains information. Responds on-topic in a manner appropriate to the person time and situation
  • Political & Organizational Savvy : Working skillfully with politics procedures and protocols across organizational levels and boundaries
  • Professional & Technical Expertise : Applying technical subject matter to the job
  • Using Technology : Working with electronic hardware and software applications
  • Valuing Diversity : Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
  • Written Communication (writing and reading comprehension) : Understands and interprets written material. Communicate effectively in writing
  • Minimum Requirements for Application

    Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications may be acceptable.

    Education :

  • A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in engineering public administration sociology or a related field.
  • OR

  • Associates degree in business administration or sociology and an additional two years of related work experience.
  • Experience :

  • One year of experience in contract compliance manpower planning personnel or a related field.
  • License or Certificate / Other requirements

  • Individuals who are appointed this position will be required to maintain a valid Californias Drivers License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties.
  • Desirable Qualifications :

  • Political acumen and the ability to make diverse partners pleased with an outcome.
  • Administrative experience as this role requires a high degree of organization.
  • Experience and understanding of the challenges small business owners face.
  • Supplemental Information

    The Recruitment Process :

    Exempt Limited Duration Employee (ELDE) : This is an at-will position exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules (per Charter Section 902f). Exempt Limited Duration positions may not exceed a period of one year.

    All applications received will be forwarded to the Department of Workplace and Employment Standards for further consideration.

    Meeting the minimum qualification requirements may not result in further consideration only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

    Whats in it for you

  • 15 paid holidays
  • Vacation - 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service
  • Retirement - CalPERS (California Public Employees Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and % @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security
  • Health - The City of Oakland pays for the cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem Blue Shield United Health Care and other HMO and PPO plans
  • D ental - The City of Oakland pays for Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
  • Vision - The City of Oakland pays for VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
  • Sick leave - Employees accrue 12 days per year
  • Deferred Compensation - 457 (b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401 (k) plan
  • Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Training & Telecommuting
  • Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list.

    Disaster Service Workers All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

    How to Apply

    Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at :

    you do not have access to a computer there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza 2nd Floor Oakland CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 10 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 00 p.m.).

    Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online please contact NeoGovs Live Applicant Support at between 6 : 00 AM and 5 : 00 PM Pacific Time Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at for information; however we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system.

    For recruitment-specific questions please contact Juliet Huang : .

    Required Experience :

    Unclear Seniority

    Key Skills

    Corporate Paralegal,Baan,IT Sales and Marketing,Civil Quality Control,Activex,Jboss

    Employment Type : Contract

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Yearly Salary Salary : 83205 - 102156

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