Certification Coordinator

City of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major U.S. city is seeking a Certification Coordinator to enhance opportunities for local businesses through certification. The role involves reviewing applications for minority and women-owned business certifications and conducting outreach to promote these certifications. Candidates should have strong communication skills, experience in business development, and familiarity with public policy. Boston residency is required.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in communications or business development.
• Knowledge of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work is preferred.
• Public sector experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and recommend certification applications.
• Conduct site visits for applicants as needed.
• Track and analyze certification metrics.
• Support staff in preparing for meetings and hearings.
• Organize workshops, conferences, and trade shows.

Skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders

Demonstrated interest in public policy

Familiarity with government operations

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

Overview

The Certification Coordinator will work within the Department of Supplier Diversity to ensure that Boston residents have the opportunity for shared success and prosperity through economic growth. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director of City Certification, the Coordinator will work with local businesses to review their applications for business certification and certify businesses, based on ownership, as Women and Minority Owned Businesses (W/MBES), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBEs), and Small and Local Businesses (SLBEs) to do business with the City of Boston. The Certification Coordinator will work with the other members of the Supplier Diversity Team to assist businesses in preparing to submit bids for City contracts and conduct outreach to attract and recruit Women and Minority-Owned businesses to certify with the City of Boston.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and recommends applications for certification to the Deputy Director of City Certification.
• Conducts site visits for applicants when necessary.
• Tracks and maintains certification metrics.
• Analyzes certification metrics to ensure performance against targets is achieved.
• Supports the Department of Supplier Diversity staff in preparing materials for meetings, City Council hearings, and other Supplier Diversity department events.
• Raises awareness of the Department of Supplier Diversity working in coordination with the Deputy Director of City Certification, through activities such as:
• Organizes and participates in relevant workshops, conferences, groups, and trade shows where certification is relevant.
• Assists the Department of Supplier Diversity staff in coordinating and leading matchmaking sessions with suppliers.
• Participates in supplier development activities with national and local small and diverse supplier councils.
• Participates in the Department of Supplier Diversity fairs/workshops.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• At least four (4) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience, which included communications, business development, workforce development, or Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) related work.
• A bachelor's degree in business or public administration, management, communications, marketing, or a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated interest in public policy and working in the public sector is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with state and local government operations and processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications and Google Suite.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

Boston Residency Required

Boston residency required.

Terms

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU/RL-18
Hours per week: 35

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Government Administration