Certification Specialist - Minority Business Assistance Center

MBAC Certification Specialist

(Minority Business Assistance Center)

The mission of the Akron Urban League is to improve the quality of life of the citizens of Summit County, particularly African-Americans, through economic self-reliance and social empowerment.

Our vision is to become the anchor of collaborative services known for transforming and repositioning Summit County citizens. We strive to pull individuals and families out of generational poverty and into self-sufficiency and economic independence.

CORE VALUES

Purpose

To fulfill our mission by working together with determination, intention, and perseverance in pursuit of excellence. Our objective is to serve with the common goal of uniting and lifting the Greater Akron community.

Collaboration

We work through local, state, federal, and private partnerships to achieve excellence and bring transformative programs to Summit County.

Compassion and Respect

As ambassadors of our community, our role is to lead, listen and respond to people’s experiences with kindness. Simultaneously, we eagerly share how our programs can help achieve economic self-sufficiency through employment, entrepreneurship, wealth-building, education and community outreach.

Dept/Program: Entrepreneurship/MBAC

Reports To: Regional Director, MBAC

Pay Rate: $47,000 Annually

Classification: Regular/Full-time/Exempt

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision, Life, PTO, 403-b, Holidays

Job Summary: A successful MBAC Certification Specialist must be highly motivated with a thorough knowledge of business principles and a strong skill set to support small business owners in every stage of business. This role requires a high level of interpersonal, analytical and communication skills, and experience with providing direct, in-depth consulting and coaching. The right candidate will understand MBE, WBE, EDGE, and Veteran-Friendly certifications and the benefit of becoming a certified entity. The candidate will assist clients with applying for certifications while maintaining the confidentiality of client information.

The MBAC Certification Specialist responsibilities include interviewing and assessing MBAC and MCCAP clients’ needs and developing a strategic action plan for obtaining federal, state and local certifications. They will work with clients on the entire process to obtain certifications through in-depth coaching. This position provides services to the public to engage the community in programming, training, workshops and conferences within the program. The Certification Specialist will develop and plan training sessions and workshops to inform and recruit businesses for State of Ohio MBE, WBE, EDGE, and VBE certifications.

Job Duties:

• Recruiting participants to utilize program services and participate in trainings and events
• Increase number of participants utilizing state products (i.e. Loans & bonding assistance)
• Develop and plan training workshops, conferences and certification workshops, as needed
• Community involvement including public speaking as needed or directed
• Retain knowledge of the various certifications offered through state, federal and local entities
• Assist and increase number of participants obtaining state certifications (MBE/EDGE/VBE/WBE), and tracking them
• Capture participants ongoing increase in opportunities requiring certifications
• Tracking number of jobs created and retained by businesses
• Capture all data relating to participating firms
• Prepare report content for the programs’ status
• Identify and communicate ongoing success stories
• Work closely with the entire team to support client needs
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations for the program
• Support the procurement pipeline and procurement opportunities
• Maintain relations with participants, partners or partner organizations
• Inform management to resolve issues to keep program running smoothly

Please note: 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 job. Duties, responsibilities, events, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications: BS/BA in Business or similar field of study; Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License and the ability to travel

Position Requirement:

• Must obtain GrowthWheel Business Advisor Certification. No Fee involved.
• May have to obtain Certified Business Advisor (CBA) Certification. No Fee involved.

Competencies: Strong organizational and time management skills; Proven experience as a counselor, coach or business owner; High level of interpersonal, analytical and communication skills; Knowledge of using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.); Ability to handle multiple assignments and establish work priorities with minimal supervision

Akron Urban League Work Culture:

MUST embrace and exhibit personal qualities of honesty, respect, empathy, integrity, credibility, with a commitment to the Akron Urban League’s mission. Our focus is always to operate with a STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE and HIGH ETHICS.

Posting Dates: Continuous until filled

All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, handicap, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, disability, or any other factor as specified in Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and subsequent amendments.

SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:

hr@akronubanleague.org

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Applicants selected for interview will be contacted. Applications/resumes are kept on file for 6-months.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $47,000