BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 72.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Houston Airport System – Office of Business Opportunity (HAS-OBO) is seeking a Business Development Coordinator to support development and compliance activities across HAS contracting and concession opportunities.

You will monitor compliance with labor laws, review contracts, conduct site visits when needed, and prepare periodic reports while coordinating with internal departments and external stakeholders. The role requires the ability to obtain all security badges within six months of hire.

Qualifikationen

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Liberal Arts or related field.
• One year of professional administrative experience; education may be substituted year-for-year.
• Preference for knowledge of business development, contract administration, compliance, procurement, or business opportunity programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word; strong communication and analytical skills are required.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate and support business development and compliance activities within HAS-OBO.
• Monitor and document compliance with City of Houston and HAS contracting requirements.
• Provide information and assistance to contractors and business owners; review records and prepare reports.
• Conduct research and analyses; coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Ensure security badge access requirements can be met within 6 months from hire.

Kenntnisse

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Research

Customer service

Organizational skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration

Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts

Related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Applications accepted from : ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: Business Development Coordinator

Division/ Section: HAS/ Compliance / Office of Business Opportunity

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Airport System–Office of Business Opportunity (HAS-OBO) is committed to creating a competitive and diverse business environment across all three airports of the Houston Airport System (IAH, HOU, and EFD) by promoting the growth and success of local small businesses. HAS-OBO focuses on increasing opportunities for Minority, Women, Small, and Persons with Disabilities Business Enterprises (M/W/S/PDBEs), as well as U.S. Department of Transportation Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) and Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (ACDBEs), collectively referred to as "certified firms," in accordance with 49 CFR Parts 23 and 26. HAS-OBO accomplishes this mission by providing technical assistance, outreach, support, and advocacy to certified firms and by working to ensure that these businesses have meaningful opportunities to participate in and maximize their involvement in Houston Airport System contracting and concession opportunities.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The position is to coordinate and support business development and compliance activities within the Office of Business Opportunity (OBO) for the Houston Airport System. The position assists with monitoring and documenting compliance with applicable City of Houston and HAS contracting requirements, provides information and assistance to contractors and business owners, reviews and maintains business and contract-related records, conducts research and analysis, prepares reports and correspondence, and coordinates with internal departments and external stakeholders to support OBO programs and equitable business opportunities. Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date.

The Business Development Coordinator duties will include but are not limited to:

• Makes needed information available to the business community, such as sources of supply, government contract and bidding procedures, market data, sales opportunities and management aids.
• Conducts on-site interviews with city contractors, vendors and service suppliers to monitor compliance with contract regulations.
• Monitors compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including the Davis-Bacon Act, /Women/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (W/DBE) requirements.
• Reviews contracts and subcontracts to ensure adherence to labor standards, prevailing wage rates, and economic opportunity provisions.
• Conducts site visits and audits to verify compliance, including certified payroll reviews and checking.
• Vendor outreach and training to communicate compliance requirements and opportunities
• Recommend enforcement actions such as recommending payment withholdings for violations.
• Compiles data and prepares periodic reports as requested.
• Assists in investigations of specific problems in the file and makes recommendations to resolve problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There is only a slight source of discomfort from exposure to less‑optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with situations where occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or periodic use of a video display terminal are required. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Liberal Arts or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One year of responsible, professional administrative experience is required. Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge of business development, contract administration, compliance, procurement, or business opportunity programs. Experience working with government agencies, contractors, vendors, consultants, or small and disadvantaged businesses is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word, is highly desirable. Strong analytical, organizational, written and verbal communication, research, and customer service skills are preferred. Experience reviewing documentation, monitoring compliance, maintaining records, preparing reports, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders is highly desirable.

* *Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES

YES - If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 18

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.