This is professional and public contact work planning, developing, and implementing certification and outreach engagement events and activities related to supplier diversity programs. The primary function of this position is assisting M/WBE certification applicants with the application process both virtually and in-person. Work requires planning and executing targeted outreach events and meetings aimed at promoting participation and educating the diverse business community on the supplier diversity program; developing and maintaining a comprehensive outreach strategy; planning and executing Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprise (M/WBE and SBE) outreach engagement events, trainings, and workshop; assisting in the administration of these programs through data entry, analysis, and reporting of program performance including auditing program certification and program re-certification applications; educating small, local, and diverse businesses about certification processes and requirements as well as opportunities to participate in projects that have supplier diversity and/or M/WBE goals; and developing cooperative professional relationships with local business groups, civic associations, trade associations, and industrial representatives to promote M/WBE programs . Work also includes composing and preparing final reports related to outreach, engagement, and certification initiatives, including organizing the supporting documents.

Salary: $59,405 - $95,763

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Have a valid Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in procurement, public administration, business administration or a related field or an equivalent combination or education, training, and experience as determined by the department.

• Have experience in outreach programs and a strong background in public speaking.

• Have previous experience with industry accreditation and certification processes including developing, reviewing, and evaluating policies and procedures.

• Have strong research, writing, and computer skills.

• Be able to communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely, orally and in writing.

• Possess excellent interpersonal skills that enable effective interaction with all stakeholder levels, including City employees, businesses, other agencies, and the public.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Have some knowledge of effective research methods and techniques.

• Have experience using specialized administrative and database software such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Vizio, Oracle, and B2Gnow.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

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