Lead, Business Development - Employee Ownership Acquisitions Reports to: SVP, Head of Programs Project Equity grows community wealth by creating more equitable communities and a resilient future through employee ownership transitions Do you want to see a world where the average employee has economic security and businesses help build resilient communities? So do we! Project Equity helps employees, especially those in low- to middle-wage jobs, become co-owners of the businesses where they work. We provide direct services to private businesses exploring and transition to employee ownership models.   Help us innovate to the next level In the eleven years since our launch, Project Equity has developed successful, replicable programs designed to scale and innovate transitions to employee ownership forms. As we look to the future, we believe there is more opportunity and innovation to come from marrying the best approaches from traditional M&A work with the best of the existing employee ownership field. With this role you can help us build toward that future.  The Business Development team works to source EO transition deals.  Those deals are then carried forward through the deal lifecycle by our Client Services team. Responsibilities and duties   The Lead, Business Development – EO Acquisitions is a key driver of growth for Project Equity’s EO Transitions practice. This role leads the team responsible for identifying and sourcing qualified EO business acquisition opportunities in the small and lower middle market business segments. This individual will drive the team to proactively engage business owners, advisors, and other market influencers to build a robust pipeline of prospective EO transition candidates. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in business development, B2B sales leadership, or investment sourcing—paired with a passion for expanding employee ownership as a tool for business continuity, broader wealth diversification and a stronger, more resilient economy. Strategy and Management Work with Executive Leadership to further develop the strategy for pipeline development for EO services & acquisitions. Bring strategy and tactics for traditional M&A deal sourcing into the strategy. Develop work plans and KPIs for the team and individuals. Support team members to be highly effective. Work closely with PE’s Client Services and Capital teams to continuously assess and refine our services based on the market. Provide regular updates to internal teams about emerging trends, client needs, and opportunities in the field EO Acquisitions. Relationship Building and Sales Become an expert communicator of Employee Ownership and Project Equity messaging, including the value of Project Equity’s capital-forward EO acquisitions services. Stay up to date on industry trends, be knowledgeable about the competitive landscape and how Project Equity’s products and services stand out. Help develop our understanding of how employee ownership fits into the broader M&A landscape, including identifying and positioning EO as a credible, competitive exit path for small and lower middle market companies. Establish and nurture relationships with influential business associations, business community leaders, business advisors, and individual business owners, including representing us at events. Utilize CRM tools and marketing automation to track leads, monitor progress, and maintain an accurate and up-to-date pipeline. Ensure seamless flow from sales closing to services execution working with the Client Services team. Team Leadership Lead and coach team members responsible for outbound outreach and inbound inquiry response. Ensure team members are continuously and adequately prepared to deliver our sales messaging and are effective in both outbound and inbound processes. Support team members in developing and achieving sales goals. Mentor and coach team members to grow capacity for relationship sales cultivation and closing. Contribute to advancing PE’s culture. Marketing and Campaign Development Collaborate with the Marketing and Client Services teams to create compelling sales collateral, outreach campaigns, and presentations tailored to target audiences. Collaboratively develop and execute targeted outbound sales and marketing strategies to build a pipeline of sales opportunities and monitor the effectiveness of campaigns and adjust strategies based on analytics and feedback. How You Work You’re passionate about advancing EO. You care about creating systemic change and see the value in spreading knowledge about EO as a viable business succession strategy. You’re a natural coach and mentor. You care about your team and know how to provide means to advance their ability to learn and perform. You’re a relationship-builder. You’re skilled at building connections, networking, and engaging stakeholders across different sectors. You’re skilled at partnership development. You can bring partners on board by aligning on shared goals and negotiating mutually beneficial agreements. You’re proactive and self-motivated. You take initiative to identify new opportunities, refine strategies based on feedback, and stay focused on achieving sales goals. You’re a great communicator. You can effectively explain complex concepts to diverse audiences, both in person and virtually, and can adapt your message to meet their needs. You thrive in sales environments. You enjoy managing the full sales cycle and are skilled at closing deals with various customer types, from enterprise clients to smaller firms.  You’re collaborative and flexible. You enjoy working closely with internal teams to align sales efforts with product development and marketing initiatives. You’re goal-oriented. You focus on hitting targets and can adjust strategies based on market conditions and lessons learned. You enjoy traveling. You’re comfortable with regular travel to participate in industry events and meet with partners in person.  Travel expectations of up to 25%. Salary: $125,000 - $150,000   To Apply Fill out this form . Please be sure to include your resume and cover letter. In your cover letter please explain what motivates you to work with Project Equity, and how your experience, skills and commitment will advance our work to create a more equitable economy.             Learn more at project-equity.org . Requirements Key Competencies and Skills Proven business services sales experience with small and lower middle market businesses, 7+ years of experience in sales, business development, or similar roles. Demonstrable background in corporate finance and/or transaction deal structuring is required. Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences. Management of staff experience required. MBA is a plus. Strong presentation skills with the ability to pivot approach mid-pitch based on reactions or feedback. Proficiency in CRM platforms and outreach tools. Familiarity with EO, business transitions, small business exit planning, or related fields is a plus.   Benefits Medical (PPO, HSA, or HMO options where available), dental and vision coverage: employer covers 100% of employee premium and 30% for dependents Dependent Care FSA Basic Term Life, additional voluntary life for employee, spouse, and dependent children available Short and long term disability Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Retirement 401K: A dollar for dollar employer match of the employee's contribution, up to 3% of gross wages and 50 cents on the dollar match for the next 1% (3.5% total match) Employee Assistance Program Generous holiday, vacation and sick leave Holidays: 15 days annually, which includes 2 floating holidays Vacation: 15 days (years 1 - 4) & 20 days (year 5+) Sick: 10 days annually

Minimum Qualifications Completion of eighth grade and one year experience operating equipment; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. A valid State of Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with air brakes is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment.  If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is skilled work operating a variety of power construction equipment and motorized vehicles for the Alachua County Department of Public Works. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various types of moderately complex/heavy equipment, conducting routine/preventative maintenance and performing manual tasks. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Operates 15 foot bat-wing mower. Operates slope mower. Operates grader in road maintenance activities. Operates payloader. Operates bulldozer. Operates dumptruck. Operates steel / rubber wheel roller. Operates industrial tractor front end loader/back-hoe. Operates mechanical sweeper. Operates roscoe patch machine. Operates motorgrader for routine grading. Operates mini excavator. Completes minor repair work on equipment. Performs pre-operation checks of equipment; performs routine service and preventative maintenance on equipment to maintain good working order. Performs manual tasks and labor, while not operating equipment as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of the operating and repair characteristics of heavy automotive and similar equipment. Knowledge of the component parts, operating principles and maintenance requirements of heavy equipment. Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions in the operation of heavy equipment. Ability to service types of heavy equipment and to make minor repairs. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Skill in the operation of moderately complex and heavy construction and transportation equipment. Physical strength and agility sufficient to operate heavy equipment over rough terrain and to perform manual labor, occasionally under adverse weather conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance; use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to wet, humid conditions (non-weather); risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Supplemental Information A valid State of Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with air brakes is desired. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program   NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in human services or behavioral sciences and one year of experience in social or human services; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.   Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement; may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment.   If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position.   Must have a registered and insured vehicle.   Position Summary This is responsible professional social services coordination and case management work in the Alachua County Department of Community Support Services, Social Services Division and Fire Rescue Department, Mobile Integrated Healthcare. An employee assigned to this classification interviews, counsels, and investigates clients' background to determine eligibility for community-offered services; works with and coordinates services for individuals who are experiencing housing instability and homelessness that have exhibited behaviors that are detrimental to their wellbeing; and delivers services to individuals with one or several of the following: living with mental illness, developmental delays, emotional trauma, substance use disorder, and/or other disorders.   The work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of the results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification.  Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values.    Analyzes individual crisis situations, helps resolve conflicts, and assists in de-escalation.  Explores expressed and unexpressed client needs to determine the necessity for referral services.  Assists individuals in developing a self-sufficiency and/or stabilization plan (including short and long-term goals), which is the foundation to maintaining housing.  Conducts visits  (home, site,  hospitals, encampments, etc.)  using various strategies to assess living conditions/environments, engage, and maintain client to case manager relationship.  Builds trust and rapport by maintaining ongoing contact with the individual, family, or other support members.  Interviews and conducts biopsychosocial assessments (BPSAs) in various domains of life. Meets with individuals at a minimum of once per month in person; additional contact will be based on the severity of need. Provides assistance in re-establishing or developing skills, such as life skills (cleaning, budgeting, etc.).Communicates with employers, property owners, pharmacies, physicians, and others as needed to verify information.  Determines eligibility for financial and other essential services. Advocates on behalf of clients based on individuals' circumstances. Records all contacts, requests for assistance, dispositions, and referrals directly into the various case management systems, including extensive detailed data and case notes. Coordinates with next of kin, contracted funeral homes, and City of Gainesville for burial or cremation of indigent persons/unclaimed bodies found in Alachua County.  Assists with general community inquiries and requests for services (via multiple methods of communication).  Assists in managing client expectations regarding service delivery; responds to high call volumes and walk-in requests.   Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties.   Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of current principles and practices of social services and established casework methods/techniques. Considerable knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations relating to the operations of community social service agencies. Knowledge of the various services provided by community agencies for clients. Strong interpersonal skills that result in effective relationships with clients, their relatives, and others. High attention to detail abilities, as there is a significant amount of paperwork, both paper and electronic, to process.  Ability to work effectively in chaotic, unstable environments.  Ability to be compassionate as well as firm in various situations. Ability to demonstrate high-level customer service skills, understanding, and empathy. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, prepare reports, and maintain accurate records. Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with colleagues, support staff, other County employees, community agencies, vendors, and the public. Ability to efficiently and accurately input data into computer systems.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is consistently required to reach and to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to drive locally and long distances with reasonable short notice.   WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is moderately exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program   NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

Administrative Technician Salary: $82,515.60 - $100,298.28 Annually Location: City of Brentwood, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2025-3020-08 Department: Engineering Opening Date: 08/29/2025 Closing Date: 9/19/2025 10:00 AM Pacific Position Information Join Our Team as an Administrative Technician! The City of Brentwood is now accepting applications for the position of Administrative Technician in the Engineering Department. This is a key role that provides critical administrative and technical support, ensuring smooth operations and excellent service to both the community and internal staff. What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of technical skills, attention to detail, and a passion for public service. Success in this role requires: - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to assist customers in person, over the phone, and electronically. - Accuracy and consistency with a sharp eye for detail. - Technical aptitude with the ability to read maps and plans, process plan routing, and manage permits. - Eagerness to learn about the City’s Engineering Department and its wide range of services. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat. - Ability to understand and explain public agency rules, policies, and procedures in a clear and helpful way. - Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and initiative within established guidelines. - Flexibility to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. - Resilience to manage frequent interruptions and a high level of public contact. Desirable Skills (Not Required) - Knowledge of records management. - Experience with budgets, invoices, and purchasing requisitions. - Familiarity with permit issuance. - Exposure to specialized software such as CDS (permitting software), Bluebeam, Laserfiche, OneSolution (financial software), ArcGIS, Microsoft Visio, and OneNote. For more information, please see the https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/brentwoodca/classspecs/1212044?keywords=administrative%20technician&pagetype=classSpecifications. What We Offer: The City of Brentwood provides an engaging, collaborative, and cooperative work environment where you can team up with your peers and with the community toto maintain Brentwood's high quality of life. The City is an employer that emphasizes work-life balance, supports employee wellness, and offers a wide range of benefits and retirement alternatives, while also investing in its employees’ professional and personal growth. We offer: • Competitive salary • Alternative work schedule (AWS) option, with Director approval • Telework option (up to 2 days a week), with Director approval • 15 paid holidays (13 City observed holidays, 2 floating holidays) • Generous leave accruals (Vacation – 11 days per year; Sick Leave – 12 days per year) • Selection of health care plans with City paid contributions; cash-in-lieu offered if waiving coverage • City-paid dental and vision insurance • CalPERS pension participation • Deferred compensation (457 plan) options • City paid contributions to Retiree Health Savings account • Employee Engagement Program (includes recognition for service, safety, peer nominations, and more) To review more of what the City of Brentwood offers, please check out our https://www.brentwoodca.gov/home/showdocument?id=126 and visit our https://www.brentwoodca.gov/government/human-resources. Qualifications Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: • Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade. • Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience performing technical, clerical and administrative support. Licenses and Certifications: • Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record must be maintained throughout employment.   Application Process Applicants must submit the following: 1. A completed City of Brentwood Employment Application 2. Cover Letter 3. Resume Postmarks, faxes and incomplete applications will not be accepted. Your application must be filled out completely online. Resumes must also be submitted but it is not a substitute for a completed application. The examination process will consist of: • Application Review - Review of applications for minimum qualifications for the position and to ensure all materials have been submitted. • Written Exam - Applicants possessing these requirements will be invited to take a written test. The examination will cover elements of the knowledge and abilities identified in the job description and is tentatively scheduled for the week of October 6, 2025.  • Eligible List - All applicants that pass the examination process will be placed on the eligible list which is good for at least 6 months and may be extended up to an additional 18 months. This eligible list will be used by the City of Brentwood to fill all current and future openings in this classification as long as the list is active. DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content. Components may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment component or combination of components as needs dictate. All correspondence regarding application status, test and/or interview dates, etc. will be sent by email and will be available on your GovernmentJobs account. Please check your email folders, including your junk/spam folders and accept emails from the domain governmentjobs.com, neogov.com, or brentwoodca.gov. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that all correspondence is received. The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants requesting special accommodations during the examination process may contact the Human Resources Department at (925) 516-5191. To apply: https://apptrkr.com/6552542