Project Coordinator- Worker Protection Enforcement Auditor- Albany

$107,578 - $107,578/Yr

State of New York - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - New York, NY

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Project Coordinator - Worker Protection Enforcement Auditor position at the New York State Department of Labor is responsible for overseeing wage audits and ensuring compliance with labor laws. This role involves collaboration with various divisions to maintain consistency in audits, review policies, and develop training materials for staff. The position requires a strong background in forensic accounting or auditing, particularly in large-scale document reviews and investigations, along with supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Review policies and procedures for wage audits for WP Investigators in Labor Standards and BPW&PWE.
• Work with division supervisors and directors on documentation requirements for wage audits.
• Review work of assigned staff for accuracy, adherence to schedules and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Report on work to each division's management and Worker Protection leadership.
• Work with supervisors and division directors on best practices for staff and make recommendations on strategies for improved efficiency in wage audits.
• Ensure Worker Protection staff adhere to department policies with respect to wage audits.
• Work with training unit to develop course work and manuals for new investigators, senior investigators, and supervising investigators as it relates to wage audits.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and five years specialized experience, with two years at a supervisory level.
• Specialized experience in accounting or forensic auditing with a focus on large-scale document review and investigations.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Law enforcement experience which includes forensic accounting or auditing and at least two years of supervisory field work.

Benefits

• Telecommuting allowed
• Flexible work hours (9 AM to 5 PM)
• Full-time employment
• Temporary appointment