Senior Compliance Officer

Houston Airport System - Infrastructure

Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm* (
* Subject to change)

The purpose of the Infrastructure Division is to manage the life cycle of the infrastructure assets at the Houston Airports (HAS) and ensure the on-time delivery of capital renewal projects. The Infrastructure Division supports the safe, secure, efficient, operation and the five-star service of the three HAS airports. This support is done through effective asset management, project controls, design management, and project delivery.

Performs administrative duties in reviewing and investigating compliance with specific sections of contractual agreements according to regulations established by Municipal, State and Federal codes. The Senior Contract Compliance Officer will be responsible for working with HAS Legal to review and develop McGregor Letters in response to complaints filed on behalf of third-party contractors.

"Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date."

• Conducts on-site interviews with City contractors, vendors, service suppliers, and their employees and references, to monitor compliance with contract regulations. Audits contractors' payroll, financial statements and tax records to verify compliance with contract regulations.
• Compiles data and prepares regular and periodic reports as requested.
• Disseminates information about program requirements to contractors, the public and outside agencies through workshops, seminars, and telephone and office walk-in inquiries.
• Provides technical assistance to and may train Contract Compliance Officers as requested.
• Reviews and records final clearance in accordance with Labor Compliance Standards.
• Monitors and enforces prevailing wage payments by City construction contractors for compliance with municipal, state and federal regulations by auditing payrolls, conducting site visits, observing worker performance, and investigating wage violations.
• Monitors and reviews McGregor Letters submitted by subcontractors and provide corresponding feedback in response to demand letters directed to Houston Airports.

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditioning. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Liberal Arts or a related field.

Responsible, professional administrative experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Experience Requirements

One year of responsible, professional administrative experience is required.

License Requirements

N/A

• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

Selection/Skills Tests Required

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 18

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy