Develops and coordinates outreach programs designed to attract and encourage small local business enterprise vendors to participate in Richland County projects by utilizing marketing, public relation concepts, and branding. Maintains a collaborative relationship with internal staff, partner agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure current knowledge regarding upcoming Richland County business opportunities and disseminates the information to the local business community. Develops and manages a pipeline of potential new business leads and partnerships in efforts to grow all categories of the Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) certified directory. Proactively recruits business owners to provide informational details/resources regarding the OSBO department and SLBE certification program. Qualifies business owners for SLBE certification program, schedules and conducts appointments with prospective candidates to assist with document retrieval and the preparation of SLBE applications. Works closely with the Certification and Compliance Specialist to schedule/conduct appointments for all new/renewing SLBEs to complete perspective applications. Provides an overview to new/renewing SLBEs on how to effectively participate in the SLBE program to maximize benefits. Coordinates and facilitates public meetings with SLBEs, vendors, prime contractors, construction/project managers and other stakeholders to provide verbal and written updates of all business opportunities. Participates in pre-bid, pre-proposal, pre-construction, and other similar meetings to inform attendees of SLBE program/project contract procedures. Addresses concerns from contractors, business owners and general public regarding project status and assists prime contractors to identify SLBEs. Develops and maintains-flyers, brochures, and other forms of outreach and educational materials as well as monthly progress reports. Distributes weekly upcoming local business workshops/events via the OSBO email distribution list and SLBE certified directory as needed. Utilizes Business Development/OSBO Contact trackers to maintain follow-ups activity for SLBE certification, email distribution list, and collaborative partner directory. Works with Program Coordinator to coordinate with Richland County Public Information Office (PIO) in developing news/press releases related to the OSBO functions/activities, the Mentor Protégé Program, the Bond Support Services and other programs offered by Richland County. Works with Program Coordinator to develop and maintain the OSBO website (all content to be approved by the Director/Assistant Director of OSBO) and social networking pages to inform the public/vendors/contractors, etc. of upcoming project events and communicate status of business opportunities. Monitors, queries, and disperses upcoming Richland County solicitations/opportunities posted via procurement vendor portal to certified SLBEs capable of performing scope of work to maximize procurement participation. Identifies and establishes additional avenues for SLBE capacity building with a focus on emerging businesses by way of but not limited to connecting businesses to access to capital. Develops needs assessment surveys to identify obstacles to SLBE contracting and provides strategies for. Establishes and conducts educational/professional training workshops for SLBEs and/or coordinates if an outside professional consultant is warranted to conduct professional and educational training workshops. Serves as in-house instructor for OSBO-implemented courses when applicable, or assigns staff as necessary. Assists with the development of presentations to inform leadership of activities conducted with SLBEs. Tracks and analyzes data trends within SLBE certified directory to evaluate areas of opportunity for business development and program recruitment purposes. Develops weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as requested by the Director/Assistant Director of the OSBO. Participates in collaborative workshops/events with local organizations that support small business initiatives. Stays informed about local and national policies affecting small business growth and access to contracting opportunities. Serves as a liaison between local businesses and government entities to ensure business owners are made aware of public policies and program changes. Engages in public speaking on behalf of the OSBO department. Attends meetings/workshops/events outside of normal County business hours as needed. Serves as a connector to the hub of business development tools and resources for business owners. Performs additional duties as assigned. Minimum Compensation: $51,426.53 Compensation Minimum: $51,426.53 Thank you for your interest in employment with Richland County Government. Apply for an open position online by selecting the job title you are interested in and clicking the "Apply" link. If this is your first time applying online, you must create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account is established, you may begin completing your application. This application may be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening. The County only accepts applications for positions that are currently open and advertised. You are responsible for documenting all relevant qualifications in the appropriate section of the application. Do not list "refer to a resume", as resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. All prior work history must be listed on your application. Resumes are treated as supplements to the application only and will not replace any section of the application. Incomplete applications will be disqualified, even if a resume is attached. The application is the primary tool used when determining whether the minimum qualifications are satisfied, so be sure to complete all sections. Applications are due by the deadline noted on the job posting. You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application. The Human Resource Services Department is not able to provide status updates by telephone or email. Richland County is an equal opportunity employer.

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