Coord, Contract Comp Officer

Position Description

Under supervision of the Manager, MWBE, the Contract Compliance Officer (CCO) is responsible for the monitoring and reporting of the Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) program compliance on assigned contracts for the Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA). The CCO reviews and provides recommendations for all amendment requests to MWBE participation contracts. Conducts site visits to ensure commercially useful function compliance on contracts with MWBE/DBE goals in accordance with Harris County's MWBE policy.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Monitors and enforces contract compliance with municipal, state and federal Minority, Women and Disadvantaged Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE/DBE) policies and regulations by auditing contract files, processing MWBE amendment requests, and investigating and addressing discrepancies in contract agreements and/or payments.
• Conducts site visits to ensure commercially useful function compliance on contracts with MWBE/DBE goals in accordance with Harris County's MWBE policy.
• Prepares, organizes and maintains contract records and supporting documentation. Prepares summary reports and program participation recommendations based on information gathered or ascertained.
• Maintains database and/or spreadsheets of all efforts and outcomes of participation for each project. Pro-actively communicates the status of work and provides reports to management as directed.
• Consults with project managers and contractors on status of contracts and ways to increase and improve MWBE participation. Presents information at pre-bid, pre-construction, ad-hoc and contractor monthly meetings.
• Provides customer service and technical assistance to Prime contractors and subcontractors regarding HCTRA's MWBE program, including support around the use of HCTRA's platforms related to procurement, payment, and compliance processes. Participates in local outreach, tradeshows and trainings to promote and provide support for the HCTRA MWBE program.
  
  

Other Duties

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree with major course work in Business Administration, Accounting, Procurement, Law or Finance from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years' directly related professional experience may be substituted for education requirement.
• Two (2) years' of auditing, accounting, paralegal, investigation or procurement experience required.
• Prior work experience in a position that requires a high degree of self-directed organized work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment is highly preferred.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong computer skills, utilizing internet based databases and Microsoft software such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint.
• Self starter with exceptional attention to detail, organizational and decision making skills where tasks require comparing alternative courses of action and meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to analyze results and present recommendations to management.
• Ability to learn newly implemented software with proficiency and adapt to procedure changes with ease.
• Ability to operate and/or utilize a variety of standard business and office machines and equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information at all times.
• Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle and travel as needed throughout Harris County.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus.
  
  

Physical Demands

• The position can be physically challenging.
• Above average physical conditioning is required to be able to walk, bend, stoop, climb, reach, stretch, etc. in the performance of their duties.
• Lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required. Speech, vision, and hearing must be adequate or corrected to be able to accomplish assigned duties.
• Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle and travel as needed throughout Harris County.
  
  

NOTE:Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

Position Type And Typical Hours Work

• This is a full-time position.
• Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.
• Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department.
• Some weekend work may be required.
  
  

Work Environment

• There are no major sources of discomfort. A normal office environment with acceptable
• lighting, temperature controls and furnishings is provided.
• The job may require extended time outside in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures (high and low), environmental noise typically present in a maintenance/construction yard, warehouse, and loading dock environment.
• May be exposed to other hazards during inclement weather or maintenance emergency response activities.
  
  

Reporting Relations

Reports To Position: Manager, MWBE

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email: ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net