CONTRACT COMPLIANCE OFFICER - Nashville, TN/Hybrid

CONTRACT COMPLIANCE OFFICER Nashville, TN/Hybrid — 3+ months NOTE This is a full-time contract position (37.5 hours/week) that is expected to last for three (3) months. For the first couple of weeks, the selected contractor will be required to come into the office every day for training. After the initial training period, they will be required to report in‑office for three days each week with the other two days being remote. Summary The Contract Compliance Officer will be responsible for the administration of state and federal nondiscrimination programs, including Title VI, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Small Business Development. The position will mainly focus on the Small Business Development Program and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) concerns. Essential Job Responsibilities This position will be responsible, under general supervision, for the administrative management of the DBE program, leveraging data analytics and business management solutions to ensure that small‑business stakeholders receive qualitative compliance assessments and reviews. The role also provides substantive knowledge and support in the following areas: DBE Certification / Renewal Process applications for certification Process renewals/expansion(s) of certification Ensure accuracy/completeness Conduct on‑site interviews as part of the certification process Maintain TDOT DBE internal listing Maintain internet DBE database DBE Compliance Participate in goal setting Help ensure that DBE goal‑tracking formulas are correct Complete and submit the bi‑annual FHWA reporting documents Communicate and resolve issues with and/or between primes and DBEs Investigate compliance issues / conduct analysis to ensure no fraud or abuse issues Project goal setting for Enhancement Grants / Local Programs Work with Local Programs Office to ensure proper usage of DBEs Review DBE goals on projects and approve DBEs for goal projects Conduct data analytics prior to DBE goal setting per project for each letting File Management Ensure files are maintained properly and requisite information is within each working file Maintain chain of custody on all documents and follow all confidentiality and security guidelines, as defined by management Data Analytics Use data analytic tools to search for compliance risks within the program Use data visualization tools to communicate key findings and identify patterns that may require additional review or investigation Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree (3) three years of experience in one of the following areas: The analysis of data pertaining to fiscal or manpower policies and procedures for business or public‑sector operations The implementation of equal employment opportunity policies, procedures, or plans The inspection or design of highway construction projects OR Additional qualifying full‑time professional experience in one of the three previously listed areas may substitute for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis, to a maximum of four years (each year of qualifying experience is equivalent to 45 undergraduate quarter hours) Preferred Qualifications Experience in analyzing data from Power BI or Microsoft Excel Prior experience interpreting federal and state policies and regulations Comfortable dealing with external customers Ideal Candidate We are seeking a results‑driven candidate who excels in clear, concise, and proactive communication. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment and consistently delivers high‑quality decisions, even in fast‑paced or ambiguous situations. A deep commitment to understanding and exceeding customer expectations is essential, as is the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships to achieve the division’s goals. #J-18808-Ljbffr