Contract Compliance Specialist I (U) - (26-PROC-303000-018

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority.

The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

• Job Title:
  
  Contract Compliance Specialist I (U)
• Job Code: P0462
• Supervises Directly:
  No
• New or Revised:
  Revised
• Regular or At-Will:
  Regular
• Date Last Revised: 5/21/2026
• Exempt or Non-Exempt:
  Exempt
• Compensation Approval Signature:
• Union/ Non-Union:
  Union
• Division:
  Finance, Procurement and Compliance
• Department:
  Compliance-Central Administration
• Salary
  
  Schedule:
  
  District Service (DS)
• Cost Center Code: 303000
• Grade: DS11
• Essential Position:
  No
• Reports To:
  
  Manager, DC Water Works
• EEO Code:
  Professionals
• Work Format:
  Hybrid

At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities.

To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.

The Contract Compliance Specialist I (U) monitors and reviews on-site implementation of affirmative action programs of companies, corporations and unions having DC Water contracts. The role also requires supporting the implementation of DC Water’s Business Development, Contractor Employment Compliance, and Water Works Programs.

• Conducts in-depth reviews of contractual agreements, identifying key obligations, milestones, and performance metrics to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Executes routine audits of ongoing contracts, assessing compliance with established terms and conditions, and promptly addresses any deviations or areas of non-compliance.
• Assists in conducting project investigations at job sites to monitor contractor compliance with wage and hour provisions.
• Assists in determining the labor standards and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) provisions to be incorporated into construction, goods and services contracts.
• Examine current compliance policies and procedures for implementation and changes.
• Coordinates with Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to obtain feedback on contractor performance.
• Audits, analyzes, and reports contractors’ payroll records to verify compliance with labor laws.
• Assists in analyzing the scope of work furnished by contractors and engage with design and construction engineers to determine total construction commitments to DC Water’s Business Development Program.
• Investigates and reports contractors’ affirmative action violations.
• Maintains files and database of contractual documents of certified firms, projects in progress, records for contract compliance and reporting requirements.
• Visits contractor's work sites to confirm that participation of LSBE and DBE subcontractors are in compliance with contract and may assist LSBEs/DBEs with various problems relating to subcontracting work on DC Water projects.
• Documents and assists in resolution of problems with vendors, sites, and programs.
• Monitors the effectiveness of contracts, procurements, and contractors in accomplishing the objectives of DC Water’s Business Development Plan and program initiatives.
• Develops, implements, and monitors strategies to deliver evidence-based, outcomes-driven career development and work-preparedness programs for all Water Works participants.
• Assists in analyzing and improving…