Coordinator, Certification

Chicago Transit Authority • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Conducts eligibility evaluations and prepares related documentation for DBE and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) certification programs. Provides technical support and outreach under general supervision in compliance with federal and state requirements. Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts. Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target. Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance. CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected] prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided. During the hiring process, CTA's Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness. Please click link below to review the benefits offered at the CTA. https\://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Accounting, or related field, plus one (1) year of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid State of Illinois Driver’s License.
• In-depth knowledge of DBE/SBE compliance requirements and document review techniques.
• Financial document analysis experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to independently manage case files and sensitive data.

Nice To Haves

• Financial document analysis experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes vendor financials and documentation to determine DBE/SBE eligibility.
• Prepares documentation for approvals, removals, and hearings. Tracks and documents the certification process.
• Conducts on-site visits for DBE/SBE eligibility verification.
• Participates in outreach efforts and provides technical assistance to vendors.
• Offers guidance on application requirements, DBE policies, and portal use.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees