Improve I-70 Civil Rights Specialist (Workforce) Series

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

This position may be filled at one of three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, an Intermediate starting salary of $56,712.48 and a Senior starting salary of $61,249.44.

Job Location: Jefferson City, Missouri

The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking a Civil Rights Specialist (Workforce) for the statewide Improve I-70 Program. This program includes the planning, design, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and repair of three lanes in each direction approximately 200 miles of I-70.

The civil rights specialist performs routine entry-level activities required to ensure all contractors and subcontractors with current contracts comply with the equal employment opportunity laws as defined in each contract. Duties may include facilitating, coordinating and creating opportunities to increase minority and female inclusion in the areas of employment, procurement and highway contracting by utilizing the department's external affirmative action, equal opportunity and non-discrimination programs. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

What you’ll do:

• Develops workforce development and partnership opportunities with the I-70 Program.
• Helps develop a STEM program to educate high school students along the corridor of the opportunities in transportation.
• Assist in addressing the equal employment opportunity and affirmative action programs for external employment, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification, participation and verification, on the job training (OJT), contract compliance and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
• Maintains knowledge of regulatory policy and legal material relevant to external civil rights; implements and manages policies for compliance with all civil rights programs and current laws.
• Oversees project and contract compliance reviews and approves sub-recipient policies to ensure compliance with civil rights programs.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
• Substitution of experience for education requirement will be considered

Special Working Conditions:

• Job requires statewide and out-of-state, overnight travel along I-70.
• Remote work location from any MoDOT facility or hybrid telework option may be considered.

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov

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• State of Missouri

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