Equity Procurement & Compliance Lead

Within the City of Durham's Department of Finance, the Underutilized Business Compliance Division plays a vital role in advancing Durham's commitment to ensuring minority-owned, women-owned, and small local businesses have meaningful access to contracting and procurement opportunities. Through the Equal Business Opportunity Program (EBOP) and Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) programs, the City actively promotes participation for all in public contracting while strengthening Durham's local business ecosystem. The Business Services Manager serves as a key liaison among City departments, contractors, vendors, community organizations, and external stakeholders. This leader will help strengthen Durham's contractor ecosystem development efforts while enhancing outreach, compliance monitoring, reporting, and program effectiveness.