Small Business Specialist

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Affords assistance in the development, marketing, and execution of seminars and/or symposiums for contractors, architects, engineers, construction management professionals, and goods and service providers to enhance the competitiveness of the small business enterprise.
• Provides information to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations, education agencies, and the public regarding the procurement policies and procedures applicable to the Los Angeles Unified School District’s Procurement Services and the Facilities Services Division.
• Meets 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 oversight of the “We Build” Program’s training programs at designated Division of Adult and Career Education Occupational and Skills Centers by reviewing trainee evaluations, skills progress, training track, and attendance records.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with District representatives, small businesses, trades unions, community and faith-based organizations, and local agencies to support participation in the school building construction program and procurement services process, including “We Build” students and graduates.
• Refers participants to other social services support programs and agencies as necessary.
• 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 a master calendar for LAUSD’s Small Business and Contractor Academy programs.
• Affords assistance to 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.
• Performs other relevant duties as assigned.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• 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 service industry.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Assimilating information from various sources.
• Working effectively with various diverse groups.
• Compliance and Collaboration.
• Detail-oriented and designs promotional materials.
• Preparing presentations.

Required Education And Experience

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or related field.
• Candidates without a degree may compensate for experience on a year for year basis for up to two years.
• Minimum of four (4) years professional experience in a public or private agency related to 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-mandates apprenticeship placements and requirements.

Pay

The salary range for this full-time role is $75,000.00-$100,000.01 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements. In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program