Dli Labor Law Enforcement Supervisor

State of Maryland • Baltimore County, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maryland Department of Labor is seeking qualified candidates for a DLI Labor Law Enforcement Supervisor (Administrator I) position within the Division of Labor and Industry, Prevailing Wage Unit. This role involves directing and assisting in the daily operations of the Prevailing Wage Unit, consistent with the standards and procedures adopted by the Commissioner of the Division of Labor and Industry. The position encompasses the full performance of first-line managerial levels of investigative staff related to departmental policy administration, overseeing and coordinating agency operations, and functioning as a special assistant to an Administrator III. The role is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, administering, and supervising the interpretation and application of agency policies, directives, and procedures. This recruitment is limited to current employees of the Maryland Department of Labor/Labor & Industry.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Four years of administrative staff or professional work.
• At least six (6) months of experience supervising wage and hour investigators.

Nice To Haves

• Experience planning, organizing, and overseeing the workload of investigative and administrative staff to ensure program goals, deadlines, and performance standards are met.
• Experience interpreting and applying labor laws, regulatory enforcement procedures, and investigative processes, including reviewing case findings, evaluating evidence, and making recommendations on enforcement actions in accordance with agency policies.
• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting regulatory enforcement or investigative operations, including the ability to coordinate complex workflows, interpret and apply laws or policies, and ensure accurate documentation and timely resolution of cases in a structured, compliance-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes workload of investigative and administrative staff to ensure program performance is achieved and overall mission of the Division is satisfied.
• Administers, reviews, and makes recommendations relative to investigations, inspections, and actions consistent with direction and administration priorities.
• Communicates with employers, employees, and other interested persons orally and in writing to collect unpaid obligations, issue enforcement documents, address inquiries, and provide conciliation services.
• Responsible for scheduling and following up on investigator’s field site work.
• Interprets and applies or oversees the application of agency policies, rules, and regulations to accomplish the work of the Prevailing Wage Unit (PWU), including other labor laws.
• Implements new regulations and policies as directed by upper management.
• Sets goals and deadlines and oversees the workflow of the PWU.
• Coordinates workflow with administrators of other units in areas of work spanning multiple units.
• Provides consultation services to employers, employees, and other persons interested in improving labor law compliance in the state.
• Coordinates leave and staff coverage of the PWU.
• Adjudicates labor law violations after considering investigation results.
• Provides testimony during hearings regarding decisions.
• Enforces decisions by issuing demands, citations, penalties, subpoenas, and other notices.
• Promotes the agency's work through frequent contact with interested groups and individuals.
• May act as team leader for special projects.
• Monitors and tracks individual employees' attendance and performance, and ensures that the personnel evaluation and performance process is completed in accordance with law and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave)
• State pension
• Supplemental retirement options
• Flexible hours
• Paid holidays 12-13 per year
• Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)
• State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)
• Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)
• Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services
• Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED