Small Business Analyst (Equal Opportunity Specialist 2)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position plays a pivotal part in expanding contracting opportunities for small, small diverse, and veteran-owned businesses. Work focuses on analytics, outreach, and collaborations that increase opportunities and enable lasting, positive change. As a Small Business Analyst (Equal Opportunity Specialist 2), you will perform the following duties: Goal Setting Analytics: Conduct complex calculations and analyze project scopes, cost estimates, and historical spend data to set objective, realistic participation goals Contract Analysis: Examine project documentation for wide range of contracts including construction, professional services, and goods procurement to confirm accuracy, clarity, and alignment Vendor Assistance: Serve as a resource for vendors, offering technical support on certifications, contract navigation, and Good Faith Effort documentation Internal Client Liaison: Build working relationships with internal client agencies’ procurement and project managers Outreach and Education: Participate in industry events and agency training to encourage broader small business engagement Responsiveness Reviews: Evaluate the responsiveness and merit of subcontracting plans submitted by bidders, facilitate Procurement Review Group (PRG) meetings, and advise on waiver determinations

Requirements

• One year as an Equal Opportunity Specialist 1 or Human Resource Analyst 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Successful completion of the Pennsylvania Management Associate program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Two years of analytical experience in an equal opportunity program that includes one year of professional experience, and a bachelor’s degree
• An equivalent combination of experience and training
• Meet the PA residency requirement
• Be able to perform essential job functions

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex calculations and analyze project scopes, cost estimates, and historical spend data to set objective, realistic participation goals
• Examine project documentation for wide range of contracts including construction, professional services, and goods procurement to confirm accuracy, clarity, and alignment
• Serve as a resource for vendors, offering technical support on certifications, contract navigation, and Good Faith Effort documentation
• Build working relationships with internal client agencies’ procurement and project managers
• Participate in industry events and agency training to encourage broader small business engagement
• Evaluate the responsiveness and merit of subcontracting plans submitted by bidders, facilitate Procurement Review Group (PRG) meetings, and advise on waiver determinations

What This Job Offers

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