AFFIRMATIVE ACTION ASSISTANT PUBLIC CONTRACTS

Code: 65512 State Competitive Range: P22 (FY 2027) Work week NE: FLSA coveredOvertime table (4A:3, Appx. A)

Salary: $69,668.2 - $101,950.9/year FY 2027 schedule (last updated 2026-07-27)

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under general direction of the Supervising Affirmative Action Assistant, Public Contracts, or other supervisory official in the Department of Treasury and Department of Labor & Workforce Development, reviews public work affirmative action plans submitted in accordance with P.L. 1975, c.127; recommends approval or rejection of plans and monitors construction, service, and manufacturing contractors' affirmative action performance by reviewing reports and conducting onsite inspections; acts to establish cooperative working relationships and liaison with all federal, state, and municipal agencies, contractors and unions, to ensure current knowledge of their activities, as they pertain to employment of minority groups; does related duties as required.

Examples of work

Reviews affirmative action plans submitted by construction and/or service and manufacturing contractors and recommends approval or disapproval based on prescribed standards; ensures timely notification to contractors and government agencies of approval or disapproval of such plans. Monitors and evaluates contractors' procurement/service and construction performance regarding utilization of minorities and women. Reviews monitoring reports submitted by government agencies awarding public contracts to determine contractors' performance. Reports alleged violations of anti-discrimination laws without delay and, when appropriate, recommends termination or stoppage on construction projects. Conducts audits at state, county, and municipal public agencies to ascertain if contracts are being awarded in conformance with affirmative action provisions established under P.L.1975, c.127. Assists in the review of such audits and takes the lead of the unit on larger public agency reviews. Maintains a working relationship with the Division on Civil Rights, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, and various construction labor organizations. Maintains liaison and meets with community action groups to identify and/or coordinate activities when problems arise in connection with minority group employment. Reviews initial project manning reports to determine if all pertinent information has been supplied by the contractor and to ensure initial compliance with established goals. Checks and assigns manning reports to appropriate Investigator. Recommends the creation of an affirmative action plan, if necessary, and leads the unit in the monitoring and implementation of said plan. Participates in and observes construction meetings to apprise contractors of their obligation and to interpret the provisions of Executive Order and P.L. 1975, c.127. Oversees the work of Affirmative Action Investigators, Public Contracts. Prepares field reports concerning the status of visited construction projects and makes recommendations regarding compliance status; reviews the reports of Investigators. Visits construction job sites to investigate and evaluate the employment policies of contractors and subcontractors. As required, conducts home office visits of the construction company to obtain a complete profile of the company on which to base conclusions. As necessary, verifies the availability of training funds set aside by the public agency awarding the construction contract within the guidelines of the affirmative action regulations. Coordinates activities with various agencies responsible for the training and employment of minorities and women. May be required to testify in hearings and court actions related to violations of equal employment opportunity laws. Assists the Supervising Affirmative Action Assistant in making assignments, training new employees, and reviewing reports submitted by investigators. Prepares comprehensive reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Maintains essential records and files. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information system used by the agency, office, or related units.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge of the state policies and guidelines of Equal Employment Opportunity and the goals and objectives of affirmative action programs after a period of training. Knowledge of the Affirmative Action Regulations for procurement/service, and construction contractors under P.L. 1975, c.127, after a period of training. Knowledge of the labor contracting practices of the building construction and service manufacturing industries. Knowledge of the various problems which are likely to arise in field investigation and related work. Knowledge of the modern building construction and service manufacturing industry and the procedures, standards, methods, and requirements. Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, policies and guidelines regarding basic employment practices and equal employment opportunity, after a period of training. Ability to analyze the operations and compliance of affirmative action programs of building contractors, and service and procurement contractors to prepare comprehensive reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to establish and maintain liaison with representatives of labor organizations, community groups, and representatives of federal, state, and local agencies. Ability to recognize and identify problem areas and possible lack of compliance with established laws and regulations and to negotiate and recommend courses of action to maintain compliance. Ability to communicate effectively with members of minority groups and recognize the economic and social problems deriving from contractual obligations and commitment. Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret basic law and regulations to individuals of varying degrees of education and English comprehension. Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and comprehensive reports containing findings and conclusions. Ability to maintain essential records and files. Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it may cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Six (6) year of professional experience in an investigatory nature in the field of civil rights, equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, or technical personnel work. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience. "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.