United States Government - Carson City, NV
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The Business Opportunity Specialist position at the Small Business Administration (SBA) is a critical role located in the Office of Field Operations - Region IX in Carson City, NV. The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the full scope of the Agency's government contracting and business development programs. This includes developing and conducting outreach and training initiatives aimed at strengthening and improving business opportunities for eligible small businesses. The role requires a proactive approach to assist small businesses in navigating federal socioeconomic government contracting programs, which often necessitate certification actions. In this position, the Business Opportunity Specialist will coordinate access to contracting opportunities by collaborating with the acquisition community and Procurement Center Representatives (PCR). The specialist will also provide consultation and collaboration with other SBA staff members and Resource Partners, including Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), SCORE offices, Women's Business Centers (WBC), and Veteran Business Outreach Centers (VBOC). This collaboration is essential to ensure that small businesses receive the necessary support and resources to thrive in the competitive landscape of government contracting. Additionally, the specialist will be responsible for developing and delivering training materials tailored to meet the needs of small businesses and SBA organizations. This includes ensuring compliance with requirements set forth by the Office of Government Contracting Business Development. The role is integral to the SBA's mission of fostering small business growth and ensuring that these businesses have the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in government contracting.