EEO/MINORITY SMALL BUSINESS DIRECTOR

Leads and directs the day-to-day operations of the Department with primary responsibility for EEO, DBE and ADA Programs and services. Position will investigate and monitor matters relating to the department’s service areas, and ensure compliance as required by policies and procedures adopted by Augusta Government or other relevant State and Federal laws and guidelines. Reporting to the Mayor and Commission, the Director will have budget responsibilities and supervise the daily work of others.

• Directs the overall planning, operation and management of the Compliance Department’s programs (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Local Small Business Opportunity Program, and Americans with Disabilities Act); services and assigns resources, which includes planning, coordinating, administering, and evaluating programs, agreements, contracts, projects, processes, procedures, systems, standards, and /or service offerings; ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local Laws, regulations, codes, and /or standards. Monitors proposed legislation and evaluates and communicates impact of regulatory changes to the Administrator and local and state elected officials.
• Manages outreach within and outside the organization, including employee and management orientations, internal training sessions, and vendor workshops.
• Supervises compliance audits and investigations and allegations of unfair employment practices; makes appropriate recommendations to the Administrator and Commission. Monitors and enforces Augusta, Georgia’s plan for equal opportunity in employment, promotion, recognition, etc. and ensures that each person regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, marital  status, genetic information, national origin, age, religion, disability and veteran’s  status as an equal opportunity for employment and promotion. Reports to the Mayor and Commission and works with Directors and government employees and agencies in all facets of EEO-related cases.
• Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe work environment and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Supervises the collection and analysis of data sufficient to produce monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports relative to the assigned programs.
• Works with the Capital Projects, Procurement and other relevant functions to set contracting goals for each project over $100,000 to include those with subcontracting and/or supplier possibilities. Develops and administers the department’s budget; allocates resources; and approves expenditures.
• Supervises the maintenance of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise bidder’s list for Department of Transportation, and other contracts as required by 49C.F.R. Part 26. Communicate with other Federal, State and Local Agencies as required.
• Administers the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodation, communications, and governmental activities.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with the Mayor, Commission , Administrator, Directors, and Employees  in order to develop and manage the EEO, DBE/LSBOP and ADA Programs.

• Develop and recommend program objectives.

• Supervise staff performing in the three core areas of focus for the office of Compliance (EEO/DBE-LSBOP/ADA).

• Provide oversight for compliance reviews in accordance with relevant  local, state and federal policies and regulations.

Education: BA/BS degree in Business or Public Administration, Counseling or Psychology, or a JD Degree.

Experience: 7-10 years of work related experience in business administration or public administration, legal/compliance, government contracting, and investigatory fields or related occupational field. Local government experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven track record in managing people
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong problem solving skills