Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Incumbents in this position ensure certifications are properly executed and ensure compliance. Duties include conducting business site visits, requesting and verifying business structures, and providing technical assistance to applicants to ensure compliance with policies, rules and regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Determines whether applicants and certified firms are eligible for certification and remain eligible for certification in the City of St. Louis Local M/WBE Program
• Analyzes submitted applications for completeness, verify corporate certificates, operating agreements, professional licenses, work history, outstanding loans, proof of insurance and related documents, analyzes applications to determine if firm meets eligibility requirements according City of St. Louis Certification and Compliance Rules.
• Compiles a profile of applicants by preparing a site visit report, business profile and recommendation for approval or denial.
• Maintains files and database of MBE and WBE certified firms
• Prepares and issues certification and decertification letters and denial letters to firms.
• Organizes and conducts MBE and WBE certification workshops to assist potential applicants with the process.
• Audits and analyzes data, prepares and submits in report form 4-5 complete certification eligibility reviews per month.
• Assists small emerging, minority, disadvantaged and women businesses in obtaining resources to assist in their growth and development
• Coordinates with Business Diversity Development on certification processes
• Performs outreach, sets up educational seminars/webinars to assist small businesses

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Requires Saint Louis City residency.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry files/papers of up to twenty pounds.

The position will assist in the administration of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (SLFRF) Programs targeted for households, small businesses and communities adversely impacted by the pandemic. The SLFRF Programs are a crucial part of SLDC’s Economic Justice Action Plan for the City of St. Louis.

 All positions will be funded in whole or in part with Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF).

 SLDC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Political Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, Law and/or closely related field

A least two-(2) years’ experience in business development activities finance or banking or contract compliance or an equivalent combination of experience and training