ACCOUNTABILITIES AND FUNCTIONS

• Organize and administer MAC's small business program(s), as needed. 
• Lead and support the expansion and implementation of outreach programs/networks for small, economically and socially disadvantaged businesses and plan efforts to disseminate information about upcoming projects to increase small business participation. 
• Lead small business program certification process including, but not limited to, reviewing applications, performing regulatory on-sites, presenting recommendations, and the review annual certification process.  
• Serve as a member of the Minnesota Unified Certification Program and the Certification Application Committee. 
• Serve as a resource to the prime contracting and consulting community on their outreach events to garner small business participation on projects they are bidding on or participating in.
• Research and recruit small businesses in the areas of construction, consultants and concessions.
• Maintain the process of disseminating information to small businesses.
• Perform informational sessions for businesses and MAC employees.
• Conduct site visits to ensure compliance with U.S. DOT 49 CFR Part 23 and 26
• Assists in preparing reports on construction, concessions and consultant activity.
• Partner with community leaders to create trust and relationships that increase visibility of MAC's small business programs. 
• Attend business and employment fairs as a MAC ODEI representative
• Maintain a current knowledge of existing, new or pending legislation that impacts small business programs, including maintaining knowledge of U.S. DOT 49 CFR Part 23 and 26.
• Represent MAC at community functions including, but not limited to, National Association of Minority Contractors, Association of Women Contractors, Minority Economic Development Council and mainstream organizations.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with staff from the Minnesota Department of Transportation, City of Minneapolis, and Metropolitan Council.

• Support outreach and community engagement activities.
• Support DEI committees.
• Support DEI investigation processes and procedures.
• Research new and innovative training opportunities in DEI.
• Maintain confidentiality of all HR matters.

• Gather and analyze various forms of data. 
• Convert data into charts, graphs, and tables to tell a story.   
• Prepare multiple reports.

Individual Contributor (IC) Competencies

• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• Decision Quality -Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Action Oriented -Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Communicates Effectively -Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of unique needs of different audiences
• Courage -Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said
• Instills Trust -Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity
• Self-Development -Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
• Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations

• Completed DBE/ACDBE Certification Training  
• Three years of experience certifying businesses in small business inclusion programs (e.g. DBE, TGB, CERT)
• Experience working and building relationships with diverse communities and/or community organizations, and/or internal and external stakeholders 
• Experience with resolving disputes related to contracts, application processes and internal or external customers. i.e. contracts, applications, etc.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal and state statutes, laws and rules related to U.S. DOT 49 CFR Part 23 and 26.
• Experience with database management, data collection, analysis and reporting methods to effectively compile, review, evaluate data, write recommendations and provide reports
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point to create presentations and analyze data 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and attend evening or weekend events
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable vehicle to commute between job sites

• Certification as a Certified Compliance Administrator by the American Contract Compliance Association
• Experience reading and interpreting financial documents, balance sheets, profit and loss statements
• Experience collaborating with other government agencies
• Experience reviewing Request for Proposals (RFP's) and participating as a panel member
• Completion of OSHA Construction Safety Course
• Experience presenting to small and large audiences
• Read, write or speak a second language