Champion Opportunity. Empower Change. Become a BISD Leader.
Are you driven to create a level playing field where small and diverse businesses thrive? Step into a pivotal leadership role with the Office of Business Inclusion and Supplier Development (BISD) as the Director of the Bureau of Strategic Initiatives. In this dynamic position, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for delivering many of the office’s key programs and initiatives. Your leadership will strengthen vendor relationships, empower entrepreneurs, and help shape a more inclusive economic future for Pennsylvania. Your guidance could spark real, lasting change. Apply today to join the BISD Team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position provides leadership and direction for strategic priorities that support small business inclusion in state contracting. The role guides partnerships, data analysis, and program development across the Commonwealth. As a Director of Strategic Initiatives, you will perform the following duties:
- Project Leadership: Guide major initiatives and special projects that strengthen programs and outreach efforts
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong connections with agencies, partners, and community groups to advance small business goals
- Data Analysis: Review key data and trends to shape policy recommendations and improvements
- Strategic Guidance: Advise leadership on priorities that support outreach, engagement, and resource planning
- Team Direction: Support staff development and promote a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, three days a week in the office (Tues, Wed, Fri). In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Procurement, Data Analytics, or a closely related field. Or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in direct supervisory or leadership experience, with a proven track record of managing diverse, cross-functional teams (the role specifically requires leading a team of 6 or more people).
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Analytics & Reporting, stakeholder engagement, and administrative oversight
Additional Requirements:
- You must have three or more years of full-time professional experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (EPR) systems, i.e., SAP, PRISM, B2Gnow, SRM, etc.
- You must have full-time professional experience in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
- A Master's degree in business administration, public administration, public policy, economics, procurement, data analytics, or a closely related field.
- 3 years of professional experience in procurement, supplier diversity, supplier development/readiness, and/or programming.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
Work Location: In person
