Job Description
Position Summary
The Director of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Supportive Services (DBESS) Program is responsible for the coordination and implementation of the DBESS Program through contract management and/or direct implementation and supervision of staff.
The DBESS Program operates as an adjunct to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program; statutory authorization exists for the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) implementation of the program. The primary purpose of the DBESS Program is to provide training, assistance, and services to minority, disadvantaged, and women business enterprises certified as DBEs by the Massachusetts Unified Certification (MassUCP) Program, so as to increase their activity in the program, and to facilitate the firms' development into viable, self-sufficient organizations capable of competing for, and performing on federally assisted highway projects.
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Since 1982, Congress has authorized up to $10 million, annually, to accomplish these objectives.
FHWA annually apportions the DBESS funds to STAs for the purpose of carrying out a DBESS program. The FHWA approves the funding of STA programs only if they demonstrate the ability to directly assist certified DBEs' development through identifiable, metric-based results.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of DBE Supportive Services Program elements consistent with FHWA regulations and guidance.
- Drafting and submission of Statements of Work and Budget to apply for FHWA DBESS grant funds.
- Procurement planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting related to vendor contracts for outsourced DBESS Program elements.
- Review of and processing of invoices.
- Participating in the hiring process for DBESS Program staff.
- Management of subordinate staff.
- Planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of internal DBESS Program elements.
- Planning and participation in outreach events.
- Other related duties, as assigned.
Federal Authorities
- 23 USC 140 (c)
- 23 CFR 230 Subpart B
- 49 CFR Part 26, Appendix C
- https://highways.dot.gov/civil-rights/programs/disadvantaged-business-enterprise-supportive-services-dbess-program
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with USDOT Civil Rights Programs and reporting.
- Experience with compliance or monitoring of DBE or Small Business programs for Federal (DBE) & State (MWBE).
- Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of data.
- Ability to understand, apply and explain the laws, rules, regulations, procedures, specifications, and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
- Familiarity with Principles of Affirmative Action.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn software.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Proficiency in software programs necessary to support the DBESS programs.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to quick-pace and high-volume of work.
- Exceptional customer-service-focused networking and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse communities.
- Familiarity with D/M/WBE/Small Business development and strategic planning.
Pre-Hire Process
A finalist for this position must be able to pass a comprehensive background check including a criminal record check, Department of Revenue (DOR) check, and employment references.
About MassDOT
The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth's residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT's culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.
MassDOT's divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.
Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
Substitutions
I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.
II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.
III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.
IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.
- For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
- For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
- For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call Lucy Bayard, ADA Coordinator, at 857-274-1935.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.