Oversees and directs the daily activities of Metro's Diversity and Economic Opportunity Department in the implementation and administration of the projects and programs relating to Project Labor Agreements, and Labor Wage Compliance, Contract Compliance, and Small and Disadvantaged Business Programs, including Outreach, Certification, and Goal Attainment. Serves as Metro's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Liaison Officer for the Agency.

This position reports directly to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer and will lead the Metro's ambitious initiatives within the Diversity and Economic Opportunity Department (DEOD). The DEOD is responsible for all projects and programs that serve the small business community through proactive and inclusive monitoring, workforce compliance, training, and outreach activities that include close coordination with both internal and external partners to effectively harness the strength that comes from embracing diversity in ways that create a level playing field for historically underutilized firms and workers. The DEOD team also leads the agency's construction mitigation programs, which support 'mom-and-pop' businesses impacted by adjacent construction through our Business Interruption Funds (BIF) and Business Solutions.

Recruitment Timeline: Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of May 21st, 2025. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

Provides executive direction and management of Metro's Diversity and Economic Opportunity Department (DEOD)/Programs implementation and administration; establishes and develops policies, goals, and strategies
Directs and oversees various policies and programs in support of Metro's diverse and disadvantaged business goals, including Metro’s Medium Size and Local Business Programs
Oversees the enforcement of Metro's Labor Wage Compliance Program to ensure workers performing on construction projects are paid the appropriate predetermined prevailing wage rate
Provides executive direction over Metro’s Living Wage and Manufacturing Careers Policy
Provides executive direction and guidance over construction mitigation support programs, specifically the Business Interruption Fund and Business Solutions Center
Oversees the implementation of an aggressive Small Business Outreach Program which communicates contracting opportunities and develops methods to facilitate small business participation in all contracting areas
Directs and oversees the Construction Careers Policy and the Construction Project Labor Agreement
Provides direction in the oversight of activities of Metro's Transportation Business Advisory Council (TBAC)
Represents the department with members of the senior leadership team, particularly Vendor/Contract Management and Program Management
Represents Metro at meetings, conferences, and public events
Oversees and responds to audits on DEOD programs and activities
Interfaces with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) on DEOD reviews, investigations and audits.
Directs the establishment and monitoring of long-range goals, budgets, schedules, and strategies
Directs studies, investigations, and analyses; presents oral and written reports; and drives consensus in support of recommendations
Develops and manages financial forecasts, plans, and budgets
Oversees and reviews all funding for various projects to determine the appropriate application of Small Business Program requirements
Provides executive review and editing of sensitive and complex data and reports
Prepares and presents reports to the CEO (Chief Executive Officer), Board of Directors, and management
Supervises and develops assigned staff and fosters an open, professional, and team-working environment
Develops and maintains liaison with federal, state, and local transportation regulatory agencies
Communicates Metro's safety vision and goals; oversees the implementation of agency and departmental safety rules, policies, and procedures; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees
Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out

May be required to perform other related job duties

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a two-for-one-year basis. A typical combination includes:

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Law, Public Administration, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred

Experience

Eight years of relevant senior management-level experience developing and implementing equal opportunity/small business/labor wage compliance programs

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions preferred
American Contract Compliance Association (ACCA) Contract Compliance Administrator Certification or Master Compliance Administrator Certification preferred

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.

The following are the preferred qualifications:

Experience leading public or private agency economic inclusion initiatives for historically underutilized workers and businesses, including Disadvantaged Business Enterprise/Small Business (DBE/SB) programs and/or Project Labor and Local Hire Agreements
Experience engaging with Federal, State, and Local funding partners and adjudicating agencies on grant, contractual, and regulatory requirements
Experience leading teams that effectively collaborate with public agency procurement and client departments to advance historically underutilized business and worker inclusion compliance programs
Experience preparing and presenting complex programs and data to multiple audiences, including Boards, Unions, and elected officials
Certification as a Contract Compliance Administrator (CCA) or a Master Compliance Administrator (MCA) from the American Contract Compliance Association (ACCA), or equivalent, is preferred but not required

Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)

Theories, principles, and practices of Small Business, Labor Wage Compliance, Outreach, and Certification Programs, Project Labor Agreements, Construction Impact Mitigation Programs, and Workforce Development Programs
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing Small Business, Labor Wage Compliance, Outreach, Certification, and Targeted Hiring Programs
State and federal government contracting laws, processes and procedures
Local, state, and federal institutional structures and funding sources
Financial forecasting, planning, and budgeting
Administrative methods, including goal setting, program and budget development and implementation, capital and operating budgets, and funding sources
Modern management theory

Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things):

Directing the overall operations of all Diversity and Economic Opportunity Programs
Determining and executing strategies to meet Metro's goals to utilize diverse and disadvantaged businesses
Performing statistical and financial forecasting, budgeting and planning
Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes
Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions
Establishing and implementing policies and procedures
Communicating effectively orally and in writing with emphasis in public speaking
Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives

Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)

Mentor and coach internal and external resources in support of developing and supporting diverse and disadvantaged businesses programs
Represent Metro before the public and with other agencies
Plan financial and staffing needs
Make financial decisions within a budget
Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
Prepare and present comprehensive reports and correspondence
Supervise, train, and motivate staff to enhance professional development
Read, write, speak, and understand English

Special Conditions

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

Typical office situation
Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen

Physical Effort Required

Sitting at a desk or table
Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
Communicating through speech in the English language required

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