DBE Outreach/ Compliance Support

Kavaliro; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to support DBE program services, enhancing business inclusion objectives. This role involves outreach to the DBE community, managing compliance functions, and coordinating events to foster relationships. With a focus on collaboration and communication, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in program management and community relations. Join a team committed to safety and inclusion, where your contributions will help shape the future of infrastructure projects and ensure equitable opportunities for all.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program/project management in related fields.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal contracting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with outreach to DBE business community and advocacy groups.
• Support compliance functions to ensure adherence to DBE program requirements.

Skills

Program Management

Community Relations

Compliance Reporting

Communication Skills

Outreach Experience

Education

College Degree

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Databases

Compliance Reporting Software

Job description

Location: Hanover, United States
Sector: Engineering

The candidate will provide DBE program services in support of MDTA and the company’s business inclusion objectives as set forth in The Maryland Transportation Authority’s Division of Civil Rights & Fair Practices (CRFP) policies and practices; and in accordance with 49 CFR Part 26. Job functions will include support of project outreach and compliance functions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with outreach to DBE business community, advocacy groups, and professional organizations.
• Establish/Maintain Office Hours Schedule to facilitate DBE access to project staff and information.
• Project Update/Outreach Newsletter.
• Event planning and coordination.
• Foreign Language Translation (as required).
• Coordinate/support special events and community presentations.
• Correspondence Management – Email/Phone Inquiry Responses and Escalation, as required.
• Support DBE Subcontractor Onboarding functions.
• Issue Management and Escalation.
• Support/facilitate technical assistance/capacity building workshops and programming.
• Support of compliance functions to ensure compliance with local, Federal (49 CFR part 26) and client DBE program requirements. May include:
• Good Faith Effort Management/Documentation.
• DBE Certification Reviews.
• CUF Reviews; performing site visits and investigations as needed.
• DBE Payment Monitoring and Reporting.
• DBE Utilization Reporting.

Qualifications:

• College degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in program or project management: some combination of procurement, community relations/outreach, small/disadvantaged business development, contract administration, business administration, government affairs or construction related field.
• Familiarity with databases and compliance reporting software.
• Fluent knowledge of local, state, Federal contracting regulations pertaining to DBE program management.
• Experience implementing and managing a 49 CFR part 26 compliant DBE program.
• Working knowledge of major infrastructure projects/construction operations.
• Outreach experience with diverse, targeted audiences.
• Familiarity with local (Baltimore area) subcontracting community.
• Ability to work collaboratively with company project staff, other consultants, engineers, and multiple stakeholder groups.
• Ability to quickly respond to project needs for day-to-day or as needed functions.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills are required.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Commitment to safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.