Minority/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (M/DBE) Compliance Officer (DOT Executive Assistant I)

This is a position-specific recruitment.  The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this MDOT MTA position/function only.  All interested persons will need to reapply for any future recruitment conducted for this classification.

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is seeking a Compliance Officer (DOT Executive Assistant I) in the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance Programs (Baltimore City).  The compliance areas for this position are in the Minority/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (MBE/DBE) Programs.


The incumbent will be responsible for representing the Office of Equal Opportunity at various meetings to discuss and introduce the requirements of and answer questions regarding the DBE, MBE, and VSBE programs and their respective contract goals. The selected candidate will also be responsible for composing summary reports of the status of DBE, MBE, and VSBE compliance activities and reviews, while maintaining records of each. Additional responsibilities will include inspections and investigations of suspicious activities, which may include researching the records of project managers, prime contractors, and subcontractors.

The MBE/DBE responsibilities for this position are to monitor contracts to ensure compliance in accordance with federal and state laws, Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) policies, regulations, practices, procedures, and Board of Public Works (BPW) Advisories. The incumbent will be responsible for monitoring contracts for compliance with the State's Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) program, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program, and Veteran-owned Small Business (VSBE) programs.
Compliance Officers will confirm financial information and report non-compliance that could jeopardize federal funding and good standing with the FTA.  Thoroughness, accuracy, and meeting established timeframes are critical in preparing reports.

The current vacancy is located at the Maryland Department of Transportation, Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) in Baltimore, Maryland.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of experience ensuring compliance with equal opportunity programs or ensuring adherence to fair practice standards. *Two (2) years of the required experience must have been in monitoring MBE/DBE participation on contracts, as well as one (1) year of experience in accounting or finance that includes financial reporting or equivalent experience in procurement and/or /contract management activities*.

* A Selective qualification recruitment is conducted for positions when there is a specific or additional bona fide occupational qualification (i.e., knowledge, skill, or ability).

The ideal candidate will possess the following:
* Experience interpreting and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, policies, and regulations
* Strong computer skills (i.e., MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet, etc.)
* Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Experience monitoring contract M/DBE compliance
* Investigation skills in Equal Employment Opportunity matters




N/ATO APPLY:
You must complete a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) employment application (Form DTS-1) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application.  It is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience in detail and addressing the specific requirements shown above. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for within MDOT, one of the Transportation Business Units, or the Authority.

Applications must be completed and submitted online by registering at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd. Make sure you meet the minimum and selective qualifications and follow the instructions on MDOT's Online Employment Center website.

Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks.

Applicants with degrees granted outside of the United States will be required to provide a written evaluation of education documentation by a credentialing organization such as: International Credential Evaluation (WES), https://www.wes.org/.

 Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request.
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The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

MDOT MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MDOT MTA Does Not Discriminate Based On: Age, Ancestry, Color, Creed Gender Identity or Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Mental or Physical Disability, National Origin, Race, Religious Affiliation, Belief or Opinion, Sex or Sexual Orientation or any other protected status.

8/22/2023
11/27/2023

Salary : $64,984 - $104,954