Contract Monitoring Specialist (INTERNAL ONLY)

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 will be filled at one of the following locations: 1617 Missouri Blvd. Jefferson City, MO or 1590 Woodlake Dr. Chesterfield, MO.

Why you’ll love this position:

The contract monitoring specialist performs routine entry-level reviews of construction contracts and other job duties related to small businesses, and other federal regulations related to complying with contract administration. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level or intermediate 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:

• Monitors and tracks the submission of required reports from contractors. Prepares and submits appropriate
  
  reports to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and develops reports based upon requests from
  
  FHWA, the administrator, or management.
• Oversees contractor compliance with on-the-job training requirements and develops programs designed to
  
  increase the training of women and minorities in the highway construction area.
• Conducts compliance reviews, including review of contractor paperwork and completed forms, inspection of job site, interviews with contractors' employees and other investigations deemed necessary.
• Reviews Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification applications, annual updates and recertification
  
  applications.
• Reviews and provides training to sub-recipients and functional units in Title VI requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Economics, Finance,
  
  Public Administration, Statistics, or related field, OR
• Four years of experience in positions demonstrating knowledge and application of business practices and construction industry practices, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) administration, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) administration, personnel relations, construction methods, marketing, or related experience.

Special Working Conditions:

• Job requires regular, statewide and out-of-state, overnight travel.

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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