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Metropolitan Council DOT Drug and Alcohol Program Compliance Coordinator in 390 Robert St. N St. Paul, Minnesota
DOT Drug and Alcohol Program Compliance Coordinator
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DOT Drug and Alcohol Program Compliance Coordinator
Salary
$72,176.00 - $108,908.80 Annually
Location
390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2023-00485(1)
Division
Regional Administration
Department
HR Occupational Health
Opening Date
07/17/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
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WHO WE ARE
We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.More information about us is on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx)
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
The Metropolitan Council's Occupational Health Department (A unit within Human Resources) has one (1) vacancy for a full-time DOT Drug and Alcohol Program Compliance Coordinator.
About the Department:
The Human Resources Occupational Health Unit (A unit within the Human Resources Dept.) promotes a safe and healthy workplace for employees, their family members, and the public who are impacted by the workplace environment. We believe healthy employees are key to the success of the Metropolitan Council. Human Resources works with all divisions of the Metropolitan Council to provide proactive solutions for the Council's workforce needs in the areas of recruitment, hiring, labor relations, benefits, training, organizational development, occupational health, and wellness.
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:
The DOT Drug and Alcohol Program Compliance Coordinator, provides regulatory oversight, administration, implementation, and operation of the Council’s Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program, DOT Drug and Alcohol Programs, and non-DOT testing conducted per Minnesota Statute. This position also acts as one of the Council’s Designated Employer Representatives, which requires on-call availability on a rotating basis.
This position is eligible for a hybrid (some remote and frequent onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.
This position will be posted continuously until filled, with the next candidate review scheduled forJuly 31, 2024.This posting can close at any time after this date without further notice.
What you would do in this job
Assist in administering the Federal and State Drug-Free Workplace Program. Assist in managing the Council’s FMCSA, FTA, FRA, and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing programs.
Monitor the performance of service agents and the program’s Third-Party Administrator.
Ensure compliance with DOT testing standards for pre-employment testing, random testing, post-accident testing, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing.
In collaboration with each division, draft drug and alcohol-related procedures and train managers to administer applicable drug/alcohol policies and procedures.
Regularly review drug testing pools in order to ensure that all regulated and non-regulated safety-sensitive positions are included in their respective pools, and that employees transferring between divisions/pools are appropriately tested on a pre-employment basis.
Function as an internal subject matter expert for the Council’s DOT-regulated drug & alcohol programs; serve as subject matter expert in a grievance and/or arbitration settings.
Audit drug and alcohol recordkeeping; assist in preparing annual summaries and/or MIS reports.
Participate in internal and external audits of the Council’s drug and alcohol programs.
Remain up to date in federal and state drug and alcohol testing regulations, statutes and protocols.
Travel(Frequently) to conduct on-site field visits to the Metropolitan Council facilities throughout the region.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Education/Experience
Any of the following combinations of experience in a DOT drug and alcohol program coordinator/administrator role, including managing FMCSA programs and testing and completed education (degree field of study transportation management, safety management, logistics, business management, project management, or a related field):
High school diploma/GED with seven (7) years of experience
Associate degree with five (5) years of experience
Bachelor's degree or higher with three (3) years of experience
This position requires a valid Driver's License.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
Knowledge of and experience with DOT drug and alcohol regulations.
Experience acting as a Designated Employer Representative (DER) for a large safety-sensitive workforce employer.
Experience interacting with senior and executive-level management in matters regarding the administration of a drug and alcohol testing program.
Willingness to assist all levels of staff, management, and government agencies at the highest level of professionalism.
Experience fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion competency and understanding.
What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
Knowledge of Council drug and alcohol testing processes/procedures.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong administrative and organizational skills.
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including SharePoint.
Skilled in Excel spreadsheet development and statistical reporting.
Ability to synthesize complex information and present it accurately and concisely in an easy-to-understand format to diverse audiences.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to share information in a collaborative (team-based) environment.
Ability to interpret and administer organizational policies and procedures.
Ability to plan, initiate, and complete complex assignments with varying priorities.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as federal and state regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing, to internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to analyze information, identify and define problems, create solutions, and make sound decisions.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and sensitivity.
Ability to be flexible and professional in an environment characterized by peak workloads and stressful circumstances.
What you can expect from us:
We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)
Additional information
Union/Salary Grade: AFSCME, Grade G
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Safety Sensitive:No
Full Salary Range: $34.70-$52.36 Hourly/$72,176 - $108,909 Annually
What your work environment would be:
You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.
What steps does the recruitment process involve:
We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check that verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please emailHR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.
Yes
No
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How did youfirsthear about this job opening?
CareerForce Center
Community Event/Organization
Employee Referral
Facebook
Glassdoor
Indeed
Job Fair
LinkedIn
Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
Twitter
Website: governmentjobs.com
Website: metrocouncil.org
Website: metrotransit.org
Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
Other
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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.
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Please select the option that indicates your completed level of education:
High School/GED
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree or higher
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If you selected that you have completed a post-secondary degree, please select the field of study in which your degree was:
Transportation management
Logistics
Public Safety
Project Management
Other
Not Applicable (no post-secondary school degree
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If you selected "other" in the previous questions, please list the field of study that your degree was in. You will not receive any credit for your response if you type "See Resume." If this does not apply, type "N/A."
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Please select the number of years you have been involved in drug and alcohol program administration.
Less than three (3) years
Three years but less than five (5) years
Five (5) years but less than seven (7) years
Seven (7) years or more
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Briefly describe your experience managing drug and alcohol program projects. Please be as specific as you can. Be sure to include, Employer(s) names, your job title(s), and dates of employment. You will not receive any credit for your response if you type, "See Resume." If this does not apply, type "N/A."
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Please check all you have experience in (select all that apply):
FTA procedures
FMCSA procedures
FRA procedures
non-DOT procedures
None of the above
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If you checked any boxes in the previous question, please describe your experience. Please be as specific as possible in your response. You will not receive any credit for your response if you type, "See Resume." If this does not apply, type N/A.
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Do you have experience with the following? Please check all that apply.
Administering Drug-Free Workplace programs to ensure compliance with Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act
Drafting drug and alcohol policies and/or procedures.
Training managers to administer applicable drug & alcohol policies and/or procedures.
Performing, managing or auditing drug and alcohol recording keeping.
None of the above.
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If you checked any boxes in the previous question that you have experience in, describe your experience. If none of these apply to you, write N/A.
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Do you have a valid Driver's license?
Yes
No
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Describe your experience, or efforts made, to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion competency and understanding. You will not receive any credit for your response if you type, "See Resume," If this does not apply, type 'N/A."
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This position will require frequent travel to various Metropolitan Council facilities within the 7-county Twin Cities metropolitan region to conduct on-site field visits. I have read and understand the local travel required for this position.
Yes
No
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Metropolitan Council
Address
390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Website
https://metrocouncil.org
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