Director of Business Opportunity (Equal Opportunity Manager 1)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Multi-County, PA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Business Opportunity at the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation leads development and oversight of statewide programs that support small, diverse, and disadvantaged businesses across Pennsylvania. The role focuses on expanding access and fair opportunities, supporting business growth, and strengthening partnerships throughout the transportation industry and the Commonwealth.

The Director supervises staff, directs statewide initiatives, ensures compliance with applicable requirements, and guides certification and outreach programs. The position may be headquartered in Harrisburg or at a DOT field office closest to the selected candidate's current work location or home address, if space is available. Statewide and overnight travel is required. Part-time telework may be available, up to three days per week, subject to applicable requirements and change.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following minimum experience and training requirements: one year as an Equal Opportunity Specialist 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or four years of analytical experience in an equal opportunity program, including three years of professional experience and one year of supervisory experience, and a bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of supervisory experience.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Direct statewide business opportunity programs and ensure alignment with civil rights laws and regulations.
• Review and approve decisions related to Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification and good faith effort evaluations.
• Assess agency activities to verify adherence to state laws, federal regulations, and executive directives.
• Lead outreach efforts, presentations, and engagement initiatives for business opportunity programs.
• Participate in statewide committees and coordinate with partners on certification and program efforts.
• Guide and evaluate assigned staff, provide direction, and support successful program administration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director