Accenture

Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Small Business Specialist - K-12, ANS

Accenture$99K — $109K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years experience in community-based organizations or workforce development programs
  • Experience coordinating with contractors and compliance for apprenticeship programs
  • Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong understanding of procurement policies and procedures
  • Experience in stakeholder engagement with small businesses and trade unions

Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing and marketing seminars and symposiums for contractors and construction professionals
  • Provide information about procurement policies to community groups and the public
  • Meet with contractors and unions to facilitate job placements for graduates
  • Monitor training programs within the 'We Build' initiative
  • Develop partnerships to enhance participation in construction programs
  • Refer participants to social support programs as needed
  • Represent the District's Small Business Enterprise at community events

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and professional development
  • Onsite work at client sites for relationship building and engagement
  • Ongoing application acceptance provides flexibility for prospective candidates
Full Job Description
THE WORK:

  • You'll assist in the development, marketing and execution of seminars and/or symposiums for contractors, architects, engineers, construction management professionals, and goods and service providers to increase competitiveness of the small business enterprise.
  • You'll provide information to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations, education agencies, and the public concerning the procurement policies and procedures applicable to the Los Angeles Unified School District's Procurement Services and the Facilities Services Division.
  • You'll meet with general contractors, sub-contractors, and the local trade unions to arrange job placement and apprenticeship enrollment for "We Build" graduates on Los Angeles Unified School District projects.
  • You'll monitor the "We Build" Program's training programs at designated Division of Adult and Career Education Occupational and Skills Centers by reviewing trainee evaluations, skills progress, training track, and attendance records.
  • You'll develop and maintain partnerships with District representatives, small businesses, trades unions, community and faith-based organizations, and local agencies to help support participation in the school building construction program and procurement services process including "We Build" students and graduates.
  • You'll refer participants to other social services support programs and agencies as case warrants.
  • You'll represent the District's Small Business Enterprise at community events and meetings to provide information to prospective employers, small business owners, and other participants about eligibility requirements, training curriculum, business and contracting opportunities, and construction career opportunities with the District.
  • You'll develop and maintains master calendar for LAUSD's Small Business and Contractor Academy programs.
  • You'll assist small businesses with navigating the certification process and working with offices within LAUSD to obtain information on upcoming bidding opportunities.
  • You'll provide information and written reports to Small Business Supervisors for presentations before the Board of Education, Bond Oversight Committee and other audiences.
  • Onsite at client site: The work location for this role is onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery and cultivate our client relationships.


HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

  • Minimum of four (4) years professional experience in a public or private agency related to performing field work for community-based organizations, coordinating with contractors in small business workforce development, including pre apprenticeship and apprenticeship trainings and compliance with state-mandates apprenticeship placements and requirements
  • Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or related field OR Candidates without the degree specified may be allowed to compensate experience on a year-for year basis for up to 2 years


$99,000 - $109,000 a year

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia or Washington as set forth below.

We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

About Accenture

Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
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