Small Business Specialist - Construction Workforce & Community Programs

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing, marketing, and conducting seminars and symposiums for contractors, architects, engineers, construction-management professionals, and goods and service providers.
• Help small businesses increase their competitiveness and participation in LAUSD contracting and procurement opportunities.
• Provide information regarding LAUSD procurement policies and procedures to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations, educational agencies, and members of the public.
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, and local trade unions to support job placement and apprenticeship enrollment for graduates of LAUSD’s “We Build” Program.
• Monitor “We Build” training programs by reviewing trainee evaluations, skills development, training tracks, and attendance records.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with District representatives, small businesses, trade unions, community and faith-based organizations, and local agencies.
• Support the participation of “We Build” students and graduates in LAUSD’s school construction and procurement programs.
• Refer program participants to appropriate social-service programs and agencies when needed.
• Represent LAUSD’s Small Business Enterprise program at community events and meetings.
• Provide information about eligibility requirements, training programs, business and contracting opportunities, and construction career opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must have a minimum of four years of professional experience in a public or private organization involving work such as:
• Performing field work for community-based organizations.
• Coordinating with contractors in small-business workforce development.
• Supporting pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship training programs.
• Addressing state-mandated apprenticeship placement and compliance requirements.
• Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in:
• Public administration;
• Business administration; or
• A related field.
• Candidates who do not possess the specified degree may substitute qualifying experience on a year-for-year basis for up to two years.

Benefits

• We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.
• Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
• Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
• Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
• Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
• 401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
• Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
• Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000–$10,000 depending on level of hire
• Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections