DOTD Program Specialist 5 (Contract Administration)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on163, South 20th Street, Downtown East, Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, 70806, United States
About the Role
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a DOTD Program Specialist 5 to serve in the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Element (SBE) Contract Administration Program. This position plays a pivotal role in administering and monitoring DBE/SBE contract compliance for LADOTD highway construction projects that carry federal funding and assigned participation goals.
The selected candidate will act as a subject matter expert, ensuring that contractors and subcontractors meet federal and state requirements from the pre-award phase through project completion. This role involves reviewing contract documentation, monitoring payments, evaluating participation levels, and coordinating compliance activities. You will work closely with DOTD staff, Federal Highway Administration representatives, contractors, and other stakeholders to support adherence to applicable regulations and policies.
Ideal Competencies
We are looking for candidates who can manage complex program responsibilities while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and accountability. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Accountability: Taking ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
- Driving Results: Setting and pursuing goals, maintaining focus amid competing demands, and delivering results.
- Managing Programs: Planning, executing, monitoring, and evaluating programs to achieve strategic objectives and long-term outcomes.
Work location
Work model: On-site
163, South 20th Street, Downtown East, Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, 70806, United States
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAdminister and coordinate activities related to the DBE/SBE Contract Administration Program
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Contract Administration, Db/sbe Contract Compliance, Federal Regulations, State Laws, Commercially Useful Function Reviews, CR&L System.
Education: Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience or equivalent experience substitution.
Frequently asked questions about DOTD Program Specialist 5 (Contract Administration) at State of Louisiana
What does a DOTD Program Specialist 5 (Contract Administration) at State of Louisiana do?expand_more
In this DOTD Program Specialist 5 (Contract Administration) at State of Louisiana role, you will administer and coordinate activities related to the dbe/sbe contract administration program; review dbe/sbe contract documentation to determine compliance with federal and state regulations; review and approve sublet requests for highway construction projects to ensure alignment with contract requirements; and review final dbe/sbe reports and recommend actions when noncompliance is identified.
What are the requirements for this DOTD Program Specialist 5 (Contract Administration) role?expand_more
To qualify for the DOTD Program Specialist 5 (Contract Administration) at State of Louisiana position, applicants should have: Six years of experience in transportation/safety program administration, engineering, architecture, geography, HR, financial operations, IT, risk management, policy planning, or administrative services; OR Six years full-time work experience plus three years in specified fields; OR Bachelor's degree plus three years in specified fields; OR Advanced degree plus two years in specified fields; and Work authorization in Louisiana (State Civil Service requirement implied by state agency posting).