Top Diversity Executive plans and directs all aspects of an organization's diversity programs. Involved in recruiting, retaining, and training a talented, diverse workforce. Being a Top Diversity Executive studies, develops, and implements training programs to educate employees and offers support and knowledge. Stays abreast of changes in regulatory and market conditions that may affect the organization's diversity programs. Additionally, Top Diversity Executive makes any necessary changes or adjustments to ensure compliance and sensitivity to the needs of all employees. Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Top Diversity Executive manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Top Diversity Executive typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: This class is responsible for managing, planning, tracking, and coordinating all activities and program data affiliated with the improving Small, Local and Minority Business Capacity and Engagement. Coordinates/presents procurement opportunities to various internal and external stakeholders; Provides feedback or debriefs to program contractors/vendors/service providers regarding contract readiness, performance, and procurement response; ability to present upcoming procurement opportunities to the Small Local and Minority business community; provide Small, Local and Minority business matchmaking, source selection, and support and in the procurement process, conduct supplier program onboarding to include one-on-one meetings and/or site visits.. Responsibilities also include, but are not limited to, conducting comprehensive monthly spend/utilization analyses to evaluate and track spend, monthly encumbrance analyses to evaluate progress, 30Under30K statistical reporting, and contracting and subcontracting opportunity identification for various types of industries by class and project. These analyses will include identifying business groups by class/size/demographic, calculating opportunity response rates, and identifying issues that affected response rates. This class is also responsible for monitoring HUB subcontracting compliance, managing the vendor database, including but not limited to vendor registration, assistance, and training; and vendor file validation. Prepares SLS social media and website content; represents the commission at local events and/or professional organization events that support Small, Local, and Minority business development. Additionally, the position is responsible for all Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Historically Underutilized Business Enterprise outreach and State reporting. Operating under general supervision, work is performed in accordance with established policies and procedures. Performs related work as required.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: PC, calculator, communication equipment, and other equipment, as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of federal, state and local statutes, laws, rules and regulations related to governmental purchasing programs, competitive bidding processes, contract management and small disadvantaged business enterprise programs; considerable knowledge of procedures and techniques used in establishing policies and procedures and monitoring policy compliance; knowledge of finance, budget, procurement, and accounting procedures, processes, and techniques; Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and internal financial accounting systems; knowledge of applicable financial software and data processing applications; knowledge of various grades and qualities of materials, supplies, and equipment used by the PWC; general knowledge of business methods and markets; ability to write clear and concise specifications; ability to prepare, present and defend written and oral reports; ability to research, analyze, compile and analyze business and financial data; ability to make sound decisions and recommendations; ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of officials at all levels of PWC, other governmental organizations, vendors, and general public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (either)
(A) Graduation from an accredited four (4) year university/college with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics or related field and a minimum of two (2) years of progressive experience in ; OR
(B) Graduation from an accredited two (2) year community/technical school with a degree/certification in Business Administration, or related field and a minimum of six (6) years of experience as defined in (A) above ; OR
(C) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience as defined in (A) and (B) above;
Experience implementing small business programs or related field and considerable purchasing experience in local government or a public organization preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess/maintain a valid driver’s license. Must obtain Certified Economic Inclusion Officer (CEIO) and Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD) preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
SAFETY HAZARDS: Minimal.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: As required in the Public Works Commission’s Safety Manual.
EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS: This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.
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