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SalaryBusiness Certification Officer 1
(240002KX)About Us:
At Development we invest in the people, places and businesses of Ohio in ways that empower them to succeed!
Empowering Communities to Succeed - that is our mission.
This mission is fulfilled by our dedicated and talented team that comes to work every day ready to make difference in the lives of their fellow Ohioans. If you’re looking to be part of a team that values bold thinking, diversity in people and ideas, being responsive, and always taking a solution-focused approach, I encourage you to view Development's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategic Plan to learn more about Development’s work culture and how you could make a difference for Ohioans.
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We are looking for a:Business Certification Officer 1
Who will act as an operative technician engaged in the certification, compliance, and monitoring of businesses in the MBE/EDGE/WBE/VFBE programs throughout the state of Ohio.
What You'll Do:
- Present technical assistance to state agencies and MBE/EDGE/WBE/VBE business.
- Assist in developing and conducting training workshops and seminars.
- Provide statewide guidance for MBE/EDGE/WBE/VBE and affirmative action/EEO compliance (e.g. compliance reviews)
- Assist and advise agency representatives on policies and procedures critical to implementation and compliance with MBE/EDGE/WBE/VBE program standards.
- Meet and Respond verbally and in writing to inquiries from business owners and/or their representatives concerning program policies, procedures and qualification guidelines for program participation
- Perform related administrative and record keeping tasks: drafts letters, reports and memos. Submit weekly compliance reports, maintain various electronic databases. Enter updates into computer databases to maintain accurate and complete records.
What’s in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
12 months training or 12 months experience in interviewing; 9 months training or 9 months experience in EEO and affirmative action regulations and procedures; 6 months training or 6 months experience in public relations; must be able to provide own transportation.
- Or 6 months experience as EEO Contract/Program Technician, 69160; must be able to provide own transportation.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
(*) Developed after employment.
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
