Small Business Analyst (Equal Opportunity Specialist 2)

About this role

THE POSITION
Are you driven to champion opportunity, empower change, and help create a level playing field where small and diverse businesses thrive! Join the Office of Business Inclusion and Supplier Development (BISD) in this Equal Opportunity Specialist position and serve as a Small Business Analyst. This dynamic role, empowers entrepreneurs, strengthens vendor relationships, and builds a more inclusive economic future. Apply now for the chance to spark real change and help open doors across the Commonwealth!


DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position plays a pivotal part in expanding contracting opportunities for small, small diverse, and veteran-owned businesses. Work focuses on analytics, outreach, and collaborations that increase opportunities and enable lasting, positive change. As a Small Business Analyst (Equal Opportunity Specialist 2), you will perform the following duties:

• Goal Setting Analytics: Conduct complex calculations and analyze project scopes, cost estimates, and historical spend data to set objective, realistic participation goals
• Contract Analysis: Examine project documentation for wide range of contracts including construction, professional services, and goods procurement to confirm accuracy, clarity, and alignment
• Vendor Assistance: Serve as a resource for vendors, offering technical support on certifications, contract navigation, and Good Faith Effort documentation
• Internal Client Liaison: Build working relationships with internal client agencies’ procurement and project managers
• Outreach and Education: Participate in industry events and agency training to encourage broader small business engagement
• Responsiveness Reviews: Evaluate the responsiveness and merit of subcontracting plans submitted by bidders, facilitate Procurement Review Group (PRG) meetings, and advise on waiver determinations

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .


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