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Small Business Specialist

Metropolitan Council
$75,774.40 - $122,990.40 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement plan, pension
United States, Minnesota, Saint Paul
390 Robert Street North (Show on map)
Jun 26, 2026
WHO WE ARE The Metropolitan Council's Regional Administration Division is accepting applications for a Small Business Specialist (EO Consultant 1). This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin. We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us is on our website. Metropolitan Council's Civil Rights and Small Business (OCRSB) department drives equity and advances civil rights in alignment with Met Council strategy, operations, and investments through engagement for inclusive and accessible programs, activities, and services, for positive impact on employees, small businesses, residents of the region, and stakeholders. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region: The EO Consultant I will provide support and assistance to the Small Business Unit (SBU) within OCRSB. This position supports and assists in the promotion and administration of the council's small business programs. This is an entry level job class and is distinguished from the Equal Opportunity Consultant II and III classification in that scope of the duties are coordinated with higher level staff; and incumbents at this level are learning the full performance activities and of the specific Council processes. What you would do in this job Assist in the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification process. Duties include participating in the annual declaration of eligibility process, DBE application intake, process DBE interstate application requests, and participating in MnUCP and CAC activities as assigned. Update and maintain the Council's small business directories. Support Council-wide small business initiatives and outreach activities as assigned. Assist higher-level staff in administering the Council's small business program. Participate in one-on-one meetings and assistance with small businesses interested in the DBE and/or MCUB program. Assist with contract compliance and program regulatory compliance activities. Performs other related duties. What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications) Education/Experience: Any combination of completed education (in business administration, public administration/public policy, human resources or related field) and experience (in affirmative action/equal opportunity, compliance, outreach/public engagement, customer service, investigations, or leadership activities related to diversity and/or equal opportunity programs). Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of experience. Associate degree and two to four (2-4) years of experience. High School Diploma/GED and four to six (4-6) years of experience. What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications): Experience working with Small Business Certification programs such as DBE, TG, VET or CERT. Experience implementing and supporting equity programs within a large government or private sector organization. Experience in community engagement/outreach with communities in the Twin Cities region. Experience with the public procurement industry and best practices. Experience preparing engaging marketing/promotional material and infographics. Experience reading and interpreting federal and state statutes and guidelines related to small business programs, contract compliance or related items. Intermediate skills with word processing, spreadsheet and databases. Ability to read and interpret documents such as department/agency policies and procedures. Ability to engage and interact with internal and external stakeholders. Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among all employees. What you can expect from us: 1. We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. 2. We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement. 3. We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us! Additional information Union/Salary Grade: AFSCME/Grade F FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive: No Full Salary Range: $36.43 - $59.13 hourly / $75,774.40 - $122,990.40 annually Classification Levels EO Consultant I EO Consultant II EO Consultant III Work Environment: Work is generally performed in a standard office setting. Some audits/investigations may require exposure to the outdoor weather conditions. Some positions may require travel between primary work site to other sites. The responsibilities listed are typical of the positions included in the job classification; however, not all duties are necessarily performed by each specific position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position. Regular attendance is an essential responsibility. What steps the recruitment process involves: 1. We review your minimum qualifications. 2. We rate your education and experience. 3. We conduct a structured panel interview. 4. We conduct a selection interview. Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then: If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.