MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE OFFICER V

State of Maryland; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible schedule

Telework/hybrid options

Parking

Job summary

State of Maryland's Department of Social and Economic Mobility seeks a seasoned supervisor to lead MBE/DBE/ACDBE/SBE program officers in Maryland. You will oversee certification processes, provide training, and ensure policy compliance to promote inclusive small business growth.

Responsibilities include developing SOPs, investigating eligibility concerns, and coordinating with legal counsel. The role offers hybrid work options, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Five years of experience investigating regulated activities to ensure compliance with Federal, State or municipal laws; or overseeing program and business development activities; or coordinating and conducting community outreach activities and events; or monitoring contracts for compliance.
• Graduate level education may be substituted for the required experience at the rate of 30 semester credit hours for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and assist MBE officers in the interpretation and application of MBE/DBE/ACDBE/SBE programs.
• Develops and implements training programs and SOPs to streamline efficiencies and service levels for MBE/DBE/ACDBE/SBE.
• Investigates complaints alleging abuse and fraud in the programs and conducts special investigations into discrimination or eligibility issues.
• Confer with attorneys concerning various legal matters related to certifications and compliance.
• Testify in court or administrative proceedings as required and prepare reports regarding certification and expansion of services.

Skills

Program supervision

Training development

Legal proceedings / testimony

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Agency Mission

To advance social and economic mobility for all Marylanders by removing barriers, investing in inclusive opportunities, and aligning state resources to support historically underserved communities and businesses.

Introduction

Agency Mission

To advance social and economic mobility for all Marylanders by removing barriers, investing in inclusive opportunities, and aligning state resources to support historically underserved communities and businesses.

The Department of Social and Economic Mobility (DoSEM) offers a supportive public-service work environment with competitive state government benefits, including flexible work schedules, telework/hybrid work options, and opportunities for career growth, training, and advancement.

As a Maryland state employer, we also provide comprehensive health and retirement benefits, generous leave (including parental leave), and access to additional employee programs, along with ample free parking at our Crownsville, MD office. These benefits help support your professional development and work-life balance while serving our community.

GRADE

STD0019

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 Community Place

Crownsville, MD 21032

Main Purpose of Job

DoSEM is seeking to fill two positions

The primary purpose of this position is to supervise MBE officers within Department of Social and Economic Mobility regarding Maryland's official business certification program for the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Program, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program, Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Program, and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program.

POSITION DUTIES

This Position's Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Supervise, train, and assist MBE officers in the interpretation and application of several programs including, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) program, Disadvantage business Enterprise (DBE) program, Airport Concession Disadvantage Business Enterprise (ACDBE) program, Small Business Enterprise (SBE) programs regarding the implementation of relevant laws, procedures, and policies.
• Develops and implements training programs to inform and educate minority business owners about products and services. The incumbent will be responsible for developing standard operating procedures to streamline efficiencies, and develop service level expectations regarding the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) program, Disadvantage business Enterprise (DBE) program, Airport Concession Disadvantage Business Enterprise (ACDBE) program Investigates complaints alleging abuse and fraud against the Minority Business Enterprise Program
• Conduct special investigations into allegations of state and federal certifications ineligibility, and/or abuse and fraud.
• Confer with attorneys concerning various legal matters, including fraud franchises and other legal issues.
• Testify in court or at administrative proceedings as required. Prepares reports & comprehensive documents pertaining to certification, recertification, expansion of services, show cause notices, and any additional notices regarding Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) program, Disadvantage business Enterprise (DBE) program, Airport Concession Disadvantage Business Enterprise (ACDBE) program, & Small Business Enterprise (SBE) program

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of experience investigating regulated activities to ensure compliance with Federal, State or municipal laws; or overseeing program and business development activities; or coordinating and conducting community outreach activities and events; or monitoring contracts for compliance.

Notes

• Additional work experience as specified above may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Graduate level education from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience at the rate of thirty (30) semester credit hours for one year of experience.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

Prefer one year of experience working with Google suite.

Prefer one year of experience working with Microsoft Office 365.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees may be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Special Requirements

• Applicants may be subject to a background check which may impact on employment. A history of arrest or conviction is not an automatic disqualification to employment.
• Employees may be subject to assignments requiring overnight travel.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

Benefits

Sponsorship Notice: The Maryland Department of Social and Economic Mobility (DoSEM) does not provide H-1B Visa sponsorship at this time. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Selected candidates will be required to provide documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. upon hire.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply for all recruitments. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay DoSEM values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country and welcomes them to apply.

DoSEM is an Equal Opportunity Employer