Coordinator,Compliance Functional Expertise: **** * Partner with members of the Workforce Compliance team assisting with the Department of Labor programs involving the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. This includes confirming the credentials of Commercial Motor Vehicle drivers and the corresponding FMCSA program requirements (assembling Drivers Qualification files, running Motor Vehicle Checks, confirming annual driving record representations and coordinating with the field to obtain confirmation of DOT Medical credentials to operate a company vehicle.) Scope = more than 800 CDL holders across the organization. Perform the random drug testing pool actions as outlined by DOT-FMCSA regulations and make sure the Southern Company Gas pool of drivers is tested in accordance with regulations. * Partner with members of the Workforce Compliance team assisting with the Department of Labor programs involving Drug and Alcohol testing for its Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) safety sensitive employees. Scope = more than 2,000 safety sensitive employees across the organization. Secure information on PHMSA required testing conducted by all contractors used on PHMSA related work across the enterprise (more than 120 vendors.) Track information to ensure the Company meets federally established minimum testing guidelines annually. Assist the Manager, Program Compliance in preparing information used in Public Service Commission audits. * Issues authorization to remove safety sensitive employees from the workplace in the event they fail a drug or alcohol screen. Coordinates communications between Legal, Human Resources, Labor Relations and Operations to successfully address the failed drug test in a timely fashion. * Under the leadership of the Manager, Program Compliance, confirm and maintain an active, qualified list of drug testing collections sites across all Southern Company Gas locations. Confirm compliance with DOT regulations and perform spot audits as directed. * Provide counsel and advice to Human Resources and management for DOT FMCSA and PHMSA awareness on issues arising from compliance related items * Provide input to Human Resources teammates to ensure compliance with local business needs associated with Workforce Compliance, including those items tied to drug and alcohol program awareness, background check requirements and authorizations to work in the U.S. * Assist with efforts to prepare the Companys Affirmative Action Programs. Perform duties as assigned to prepare data and information for the preparation of 30+ separate Affirmative Action Plans. Perform duties as assigned for the company to ensure the accurate and timely filing of the Companys VETS-100A and EEO-1 reports across more than 100 separate company locations on an annual basis. * As required, partner with the Compliance coordinator for background check compliance actions necessary to comply with Health and Human Services regulations; Department of Homeland Security regulations; and Department of Labor OFCCP requirements. Perform the background checks as required. * Insure required labor law postings across the enterprise have been successfully posted in a timely and appropriate fashion. Serve as the liaison with the companys external vendor responsible for quarterly and annual posting updates as necessary. * Partners with EHS assisting with OSHA compliant processes for hearing conservation and respiratory protection. Business Acumen: **** * Develop an understanding of the business to partner with multiple constituencies across the enterprise to deliver solid workforce compliance solutions. * Possess awareness of business drivers to recognize issues that may be tied to new regulations, revised or enhanced policies, regulatory agency audits or internal audit inquiries. Engagement: **** * Collaborate internally with Human Resources; HR Technology; Legal; Supply Chain; Fleet; Ethics and Compliance; Talent Acquisition; Labor Relations; EHS; Accounting; Internal Audit; Operations; Technical Training; Diversity & Inclusion; Regulatory Affairs; Leave Management; Insurance/Risk, Personnel Risk Assessment. * Collaborate with external vendors including CareerBuilder (background check vendor); ERS (AAP vendor); Direct Employers; ESS; Berkshire (AAP vendor); network of drug testing clinics. * Collaborate with employees on matters related to their compliance with company policies, whether the policy is Drug and Alcohol related or relocation related. Driving Results: **** * Need to drive outcomes to make sure the Workforce is working successfully, and employees are engaged in their role delivering good service for our customers. Cannot wait for results to come across the finish line, must regularly push on teammates and vendors to complete projects on time, within budget and within the expectations established at the onset. * Gather complete data to help the Workforce Compliance Department make decisions leading to good outcomes for the company. Education, Certifications/Licenses: Required: * BA/BS in Business, Human Resources or related field Preferred: Certification in an HR discipline, e.g., PHR or SPHR or additional certifications obtained in support of Drug and Alcohol Program Administration, e.g., C-DER. Related Work Experience: Required: * 3-5 years of Human Resources experience in a generalist or specialist capacity would be highly desirable. Preferred: Experience in Drug and Alcohol Program Administration, DOT program administration or other compliance related activities tied to a highly regulated, multi-state organization. Specific Skills & Knowledge: Required: * Mathematical and analytical proficiency * Good management capacity including relationship building capability to help achieve department objectives. Demonstrate an ability to prepare written and electronic reports in a clear and concise manner. * Good critical thinking skills. * Possess deep computer skills (i.e., Word, Excel, MS Outlook, etc.) for effective program administration. * Ability to interact effectively with others * Motivated, with good communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills Preferred: Possess a strong working knowledge of DOT, DOL, USCIS, DHS programs as they impact a workforce. Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Office environment, travel requirements should be infrequent (0 10%). __ __ _Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services._ _ _ _ _ _Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.** _ _ Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. _ _ _ _ _** **Primary Location: **Illinois-Metro Chicago-Naperville **Work Locations: ** **Job: **Human Resources **Organization: **Southern Company **Job Type: **Standard **Travel: **No