Civil Rights Specialist Series

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

This position may be filled at the entry or intermediate level based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above with an intermediate starting salary of $56,12.48.

Job Location: Central Office, 1617 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

The civil rights specialist performs routine entry-level activities required to ensure all contractors and subcontractors with current contracts comply with the equal employment opportunity laws as defined in each contract. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level or intermediate based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

• Reviews Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification applications and annual updates.
• Reviews all federal aid projects to determine the appropriate Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and trainee goals based upon type of project, geographical area, availability of DBE firms, individual line items, status of overall state goal, and other relevant information.
• Monitors contractor compliance with contractual Equal Employment Opportunity requirements, DBE requirements and on-the-job training programs.
• Coordinates DBE bid letting verification process, on the job training and DBE goal setting, and project final verification; recommends rejection of bids, determines good faith efforts and liquidated damages for all highway, aviation, transit, and local public agency federal aid projects.
• Conducts community outreach with minority and female organizations, contractor organizations, and political representatives, and acts as an advocate for department efforts in non-discrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action.
• Develops and updates standard reports and spreadsheets for use by the divisions; develops ad hoc reports as requested.
• Maintains databases, spreadsheets and software programs used for division reporting purposes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.

Special Working Conditions:

• Substitution of experience for the education requirement will be considered.
• Waiver of minimum requirements may be considered.
• Job may require occasional, statewide, overnight travel.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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