Public Transportation Services Corporation (PTSC)

PTSC is an equal employment opportunity employer

Non-Represented EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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At Will**

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This bulletin is posted to establish or add to a Qualified Candidate Pool(QCP)

Description

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Basic Function

To manage small business, diversity, disadvantaged, certification, business development, or outreach programs.

Example Of Duties

• Oversees administration of small business certification functions and processes in support of Metro’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) certification functions
• Participates in and represents Metro in the California Unified Certification Program
• Analyzes certification applications, resolves issues, and makes recommendations on certifications based on adherence to the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) regulations (CFR 49 Part 26) and Metro’s own SBE certification program
• Develops and implements various business development programs and program elements, processes, and tracking mechanisms
• Administers contracts and departmental programs to ensure that Metro is in compliance with applicable laws and policies, and program goals and objectives
• Establishes and monitors long-range goals, schedules, and strategies
• Interfaces with various small business and professional organizations, outside organizations, and other transit and government agencies to promote department programs
• Coordinates functions, groups, and projects related to certification and business development programs
• Establishes and maintains budget for small business certification functions and generates financial reports
• Reviews and processes vendor invoices and ensures prompt payment for program fees
• Establishes monitoring procedures to measure success of program activities
• Conducts internal and external trainings to increase program awareness
• Oversees consultant contracts and related activities
• Recommends, reviews, updates, and implements department policies and procedures
• Monitors legislative changes that impact department programs
• Responds to governmental agencies regarding Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), certification, labor, or outreach-related matters
• Oversees preparation of written documentation regarding audits, disputes, findings, hearings, and appeals
• Prepares and presents reports to supervisor, the Board of Directors, and management
• Represents department at meetings, conferences, and public events
• Assists in the preparation of the departmental budget
• Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all subordinate employees
• Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

• Requirements For Employment

• Bachelor's degree - Business, Public Administration, or other related field
• 4 years' senior-level experience developing, implementing, and administering small business programs or similar government programs
• Valid California Class C driver license

• Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience with federal and state laws and regulations such as the DOT’s CFR 49 Part 26, specifically as it relates to certification functions
• Experience with project management
• Experience conducting presentations to large audiences

• Knowledge:

• Theories, principles, and practices of small business programs and/or program/ project development, implementation and administration
• Federal and state laws and regulations such as the DOT’s CFR 49 Part 26, specifically as it relates to Certification functions
• Public agency procurement processes, contract administration, policies and procedures development, and budgetary and accounting principles
• Modern management theories

• Abilities:

• Manage a large scale Certification Unit and make certification determinations and recommendations according to regulations and policies
• Oversee large-scale small business programs or business development functions. Communicate effectively orally and in writing and present material to large groups
• Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence
• Analyze situations, identify problems, recommend solutions, and evaluate outcome
• Exercise judgment and creativity in making decisions
• Plan financial and staffing needs
• Determine strategies to achieve goals
• Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets and labor/management agreements
• Interact professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
• Supervise subordinate staff
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

• Selection Procedure

  Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

  Application Procedure

  To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
  

  
  

  Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:
  

  
  

  METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
  

  One Gateway Plaza
  

  Los Angeles, CA 90012
  

  
  

  Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
  

  
  

  All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. (SDR)

  *Open to the public and all Metro employees

  This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.