DBE Contract Administrator (Columbus)

DBE Contract Administrator

Salary : $75,940.80 - $87,356.80

Location : 33 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43215

Benefits :

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discounts
• COTA Bus Pass
• Wellness Initiatives
• On-Site Chair Massage
• On-Site Health Coach
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Public Pension through OPERS & Ohio Deferred Compensation

Position Summary :

The DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) Contract Administrator is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local DBE program requirements throughout the procurement and contract lifecycle. This role monitors and enforces DBE participation goals, reviews contract documents for DBE provisions, coordinates outreach to certified firms and supports reporting and audit activities. The DBE Contract Administrator serves as a liaison between internal departments, contractors, and DBE firms to promote equitable contracting opportunities and maintain program integrity.

Performs other duties in alignment with the COTA Strategic Plan and in support of the organization's vision to Move Every Life Forward.

Essential Job Functions :

Minimum Education & Experience Required :

COTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.