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Deputy Director

DC Government, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


This position functions as the Deputy Director of the Labor Standards Bureau within DOES. The mission of Labor Standards is to plan, develop and administer comprehensive programs pursuant to District and Federal laws to protect and serve District of Columbia workers who experience job-related injury or impairment as well as the rights .of their employers, insurance carriers and self-insured employers as provided for under the Workers' Compensation Act; and to develop and administer the Victims of Violent Crime Compensation Program pursuant to the D.C. Victims of Violent Crime Compensation Act of 1981 which provides compensation to innocent victims of violent crime who have limited resources.

Develops and maintains linkages with Federal, Regional and District government officials and assures mutual understanding of the responsibilities and services of Labor Standards. Maintains linkages with organized labor and business and other constituent groups affected by Labor Standards' programs. Develops, initiates and oversees special studies. Responsible for the preparation, evaluation and submission of required Federal and District reports and other reports required by the Director, DOES. Makes decisions on substantive staff personnel management issues presented by subordinate supervisors. Evaluates and reviews employee performance and acts to resolve group and/or individual grievances. Develops and recommends budgetary considerations for assigned program areas. Directs the preparation of annual grant applications.

Qualifications and Education Individual must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the MS15 grade level. Specialized experience is experience that is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience could include but not be limited to the preparation and management of budgets and grants, developing, and providing authoritative advice and interpretation of relevant budget, policy, and procedural issues, and application of management principles and practices to provide sound recommendations regarding personnel management and evaluation processes.

A degree from an accredited four-year college or university is preferred. Working knowledge of Workers\' Compensation Act and amendments, the District of Columbia Wage-Hour Law, the District of Columbia Wage Payment and Wage Collection Law, the District of Columbia Minimum Wage Act of 1918, as amended, Title XXIII of the D.C. Law 2-100, regulatory and procedural guides including D.C. Codes and regulations relative to Occupational Safety and Health, District and Federal standards, specifications and regulations, and recommendations of the National Safety Council are all highly desirable.

The work is typically performed in a normal office setting.

Operating Status In-Person reporting, flexible and limited telework options available upon position eligibility and operational needs.

Pay Plan, Series, and Grade MS-0301-16

Duration of Appointment Management Supervisory Service “At-Will” All positions and appointments in the Management Supervisory Service serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Promotion Potential No known promotion potential

Position Designation This position has been designated as

security-sensitive

therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability, and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable.

Residency Preference When claiming residency preference, you are required, and must agree in writing, to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.

Residency Requirement If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.

EEO Statement The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

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