Small Business Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Small Business Specialist

O2EPCM, Inc. is a prominent award-winning experienced firm providing Professional, Technical, Consulting and Management Services in the Planning, Design, Engineering and Construction Industry to Local, State, Federal Government Agencies, Utility Companies and Private Clients. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for a variety of projects.

Salary Range: $86,000 - $90,000

Location: Onsite (Los Angeles, CA)

Type: Full-Time

Employee Benefits:

• 100% paid base coverage (Health, Vision, & Dental insurance).
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick
• Paid Vacation
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program

O2EPCM, Inc.

Position: Small Business Specialist

9. Duties:
9.1 Assists in the development, marketing and execution of seminars and/or symposiums for
contractors, architects, engineers, construction management professionals, and goods and service
providers to increase competitiveness of the small business enterprise.
9.2 Provides information to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations,
education agencies, and the public concerning the procurement policies and procedures applicable
to the Los Angeles Unified School District's Procurement Services and the Facilities Services
Division.
9.3 Meets with general contractors, sub-contractors, and the local trade unions to arrange job
placement and apprenticeship enrollment for "We Build" graduates on Los Angeles Unified School
District projects.
9.4 Monitors the "We Build" Program's training programs at designated Division of Adult and Career
Education Occupational and Skills Centers by reviewing trainee evaluations, skills progress,
training track, and attendance records.
9.5 Develops and maintains partnerships with District representatives, small businesses, trades unions,
community and faith-based organizations, and local agencies to help support participation in the
school building construction program and procurement services process including "We Build"
students and graduates.
9.6 Refers participants to other social services support programs and agencies as case warrants.
9.7 Represents the District's Small Business Enterprise at community events and meetings to provide
information to prospective employers, small business owners, and other participants about eligibility
requirements, training curriculum, business and contracting opportunities, and construction career
opportunities with the District.
9.8 Develops and maintains master calendar for LAUSD's Small Business and Contractor Academy
programs.
9.9 Assists small businesses with navigating the certification process and working with offices within
LAUSD to obtain information on upcoming bidding opportunities.
9.10 Provides information and written reports to Small Business Supervisors for presentations before the
Board of Education, Bond Oversight Committee and other audiences.
9.11 Performs other relevant duties as assigned

10. Minimum Requirements
10.1 Minimum of four (4) years professional experience in a public or private agency related to
performing field work for community-based organizations, coordinating with contractors in small
business workforce development, including pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship trainings and
compliance with state-mandates apprenticeship placements and requirements.
Required Education:
10.2 Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in public
administration, business administration, or related field.
OR
10.3 Candidates without the degree specified may be allowed to compensate experience on a year-foryear basis for up to 2 years
Knowledge/Skills:
10.4 Pre-apprenticeship and State-governed apprenticeship training programs
10.5 Procedures and entrance requirements for each local trade union's apprenticeship program
10.6 Available workforce development resources
10.7 Potential employment barriers
10.8 All applicable laws, regulations, and codes related to the Small Business Administration and
apprenticeship employment
10.9 Principles and practices of the construction and goods and service industry
10.10 Excellent communication skills
10.11 Assimilating information from various sources
10.12 Working effectively with various diverse groups
10.13 Compliance and Collaboration
10.14 Detail-oriented and designs promotional materials
10.15 Preparing presentations
10.16 A valid California Driver's License for us of an automobile as travelling will be required

Please note, if you move forward in the submission process, you will be asked to provide the following below.

1. Most updated resume
2. Certifications or Licenses obtained
3. 3-4 Professional References
4. Project List with values, dates, and company of any projects worked

O2EPCM, Inc. is a prominent award-winning experienced firm providing Professional, Technical, Consulting and Management Services in the Planning, Design, Engineering and Construction Industry to Local, State, Federal Government Agencies, Utility Companies and Private Clients. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for a variety of projects.

Employee Benefits:

• 100% paid base coverage (Health, Vision, & Dental insurance).
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick
• Paid Vacation
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program

O2EPCM, Inc.

NO PER DIEM. These are W2, long-term jobs with full benefits. NO relocation packages.