Equal Opportunity Specialist 1
About The Position
Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) as an Equal Opportunity Specialist 1 and support efforts that keep statewide construction projects fair and accountable. This role helps guide important participation programs that strengthen opportunities for diverse businesses. You will learn key steps of contract award and project delivery while working alongside experienced professionals. Apply today to begin a career which allows you to grow your skills and contribute to essential transportation initiatives! This role supports federal and state participation programs that guide the contract award process for highway construction projects. Your work will focus on reviewing project goals, monitoring commitments, providing technical guidance, and supporting compliance from advertisement through 'notice to proceed'.
Requirements
- Successful completion of the Human Resource Management Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- One year as an Equal Opportunity Assistant or Human Resource Assistant 2 (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- One year of paraprofessional analytical experience in an equal opportunity or human resource program; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Nice To Haves
- Securely configured high-speed internet connection (for telework)
- Approved work location inside Pennsylvania (for telework)
Responsibilities
- Manage statewide Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and DB programs in alignment with federal and state regulations
- Analyze individual project participation goals and submit recommendations for changes or approval
- Track projects from advertisement to 'notice to proceed' and support required contract award actions
- Review commitments, certifications, and prequalification documents and recommend actions when requirements are not met
- Serve on review teams and draft recommendations related to Good Faith Efforts for consideration by leadership
- Provide guidance to contractors on Engineering and Construction Management System (ECMS) procedures and certification requirements
Benefits
- Alternate work schedule (AWS) may be available
- Part-time telework opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
