Small Business Specialist

Job Description

Assists in the development, marketing, and execution of seminars and/or symposiums for contractors, architects, engineers, construction management professionals, and goods and service providers to increase competitiveness of the small business enterprise.

Provides information to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations, education agencies, and the public concerning the procurement policies and procedures applicable to the Los Angeles Unified School District's Procurement Services and the Facilities Services Division.

Mets with general contractors, sub-contractors, and local trade unions to arrange job placement and apprenticeship enrollment for "We Build" graduates on Los Angeles Unified School District projects.

Maintains partnerships with District representatives, small businesses, trade unions, community and faith-based organizations, and local agencies to help support participation in the school building construction program and procurement services process, including "We Build" students and graduates.

Represents the District's Small Business Enterprise at community events and meetings to provide information to prospective employers, small business owners, and other participants about eligibility requirements, training curriculum, business and contracting opportunities, and construction career opportunities with the District.

Develops and maintains the master calendar for LAUSD's Small Business and Contractor Academy programs.

Aids small businesses with navigating the certification process and working with offices within LAUSD to obtain information on upcoming bidding opportunities.

Provides information and written reports to Small Business Supervisors for presentations before the Board of Education, Bond Oversight Committee, and other audiences.

Requirements

• Minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in a public or private agency performing field work for community-based organizations, coordinating with contractors in small business workforce development, including pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship trainings, and compliance with state-mandated apprenticeship placements and requirements.
• Candidates without the degree specified may substitute qualifying experience on a year-for-year basis, for up to two (2) years.

Knowledge/Skills

• Pre-apprenticeship and State-governed apprenticeship training programs
• Procedures and entrance requirements for each local trade union's apprenticeship program
• Available workforce development resources
• Potential employment barriers
• All applicable laws, regulations, and codes related to the Small Business Administration and apprenticeship employment
• Principles and practices of the construction and goods and services industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to assimilate information from various sources
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups
• Compliance and collaboration
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to design promotional materials
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations

Benefits

• Rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.
• The salary range for this position is $89,000 - $95,000 annually.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retailment Plan (401k)
• 401k Matching
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term / Long Term Disability / Life