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419759-1Description
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
MANAGER OF CERTIFICATION / COMPLIANCE
DEPARTMENT OF PROCURMENT SERVICES
Number of Positions: 1
Starting Salary: $125,316.00
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 11/25/2026.
Under direction of a Deputy Procurement Officer, manages and directs the work functions within the Department of Procurement Services’ Certification and Compliance Division.
Supervises staff and establishes work procedures for the accurate and effective evaluation of applications from businesses seeking certification from the City as a minority-owned and women-owned business enterprise (MBE/WBE), small business enterprise (SBE), veteran business enterprise (VBE) a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE); BEPD (business enterprise owned by People with Disabilities), or ACDBE (airport concessions disadvantaged business enterprise), and performs related duties as required..
- Oversee the monitoring of certified businesses for compliance with contract requirements and applicable municipal, state and federal laws.
- Reviews and approves reports and recommendations prepared by staff regarding the approval or is approval of applications from business enterprises seeking certifications (e.g. MBE/WBE, DBE, BEPD, BE, VBE), ensuring that approved businesses meet certification requirements
- Assigns and monitors the work of Certification/Compliance Officers, ensuring that the review and analysis of applications and support documents (e.g. tax returns, financial records) comply with established work policies and standards
- Provides direction to Senior Certification / Compliance Officers on legal and complex issues relating to approval or disapproval of certification to business enterprises, issues relating to contract compliance, and enforcement of non-compliance sanctions
- Oversees and monitors staff conducting site visits of construction projects to monitor contract compliance with MBE/WBE requirements, EEO and CRO guidelines, and other federal, state, and local requirements.
- Analyzes utilization of Veterans Business Enterprise (VBE) and compliance to bid incentive goals.
- Monitors total VBE contracts and identify qualified VBE incentive applications.
- Ensures compliance to Chicago Municipal Code, 2-92-330 Contracts-Percentages of city and project area residents work hours-Enforcement.
- Conducts performance evaluations and initiates disciplinary procedures as required; participates in the hiring of staff; performs other administrative functions relating to the management of staff
- Interprets policies and guidelines of City’s certification programs and contract compliance requirements and regulations to subordinate staff, contractors, business owners, and departmental managers.
- Provides oversight and participates in the planning of outreach events and works with staff in providing information and promoting the City’s certification and compliance programs; oversees and participates in conducting workshops to explain the application process and certification and compliance requirements
- Meets with contractors and city personnel to explain M/W/DBE, EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity), CRO (Chicago Residency Ordinance) contract compliance and reporting requirements and penalties for non-compliance.
- Participates and monitors staff conducting site visits included but not limited to, construction projects, to monitor contract compliance with BE/WBE/SBE/VBE/DBE/ACDBE requirements, EEO and CRO guidelines, and other federal, state, and local requirements.
- Reviews reports submitted by staff conducting close-out audits to evaluate overall contract compliance by vendors.
- Prepares comprehensive reports on work activities for management use; as part of management team, provides input on long term planning and policy development.
- Utilizes data analytics to unbundle opportunities and directed outreach.
- Plans and implements on-going training and staff development programs for subordinate staff
Location: City Hall, 121 N. La Salle St, Suite 806
THIS POSITION IS NOT IN CAREER SERVICE
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a directly related field, plus six (6) years of professional work experience involving the review and analysis of financial records, OR program auditing/ monitoring work, OR work involving fact finding analysis and investigative research and reporting, OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a directly related field, plus five (5) years of professional work experience involving the review and analysis of financial records, OR program auditing/ monitoring work, OR work involving fact finding analysis and investigative research and reporting
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise and/or a skills assessment test as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.
For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:
For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:
City of Chicago :: Classification and Pay Plan
APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. The Department of Human Resources staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference for applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.
The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.
City of Chicago
Job Posting
: Nov 11, 2026, 12:00:00 AM |Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External
: Nov 26, 2026, 11:59:00 PMPay Basis
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419759-1Description
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
MANAGER OF CERTIFICATION / COMPLIANCE
DEPARTMENT OF PROCURMENT SERVICES
Number of Positions: 1
Starting Salary: $125,316.00
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 11/25/2026.
Under direction of a Deputy Procurement Officer, manages and directs the work functions within the Department of Procurement Services’ Certification and Compliance Division.
Supervises staff and establishes work procedures for the accurate and effective evaluation of applications from businesses seeking certification from the City as a minority-owned and women-owned business enterprise (MBE/WBE), small business enterprise (SBE), veteran business enterprise (VBE) a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE); BEPD (business enterprise owned by People with Disabilities), or ACDBE (airport concessions disadvantaged business enterprise), and performs related duties as required..
- Oversee the monitoring of certified businesses for compliance with contract requirements and applicable municipal, state and federal laws.
- Reviews and approves reports and recommendations prepared by staff regarding the approval or is approval of applications from business enterprises seeking certifications (e.g. MBE/WBE, DBE, BEPD, BE, VBE), ensuring that approved businesses meet certification requirements
- Assigns and monitors the work of Certification/Compliance Officers, ensuring that the review and analysis of applications and support documents (e.g. tax returns, financial records) comply with established work policies and standards
- Provides direction to Senior Certification / Compliance Officers on legal and complex issues relating to approval or disapproval of certification to business enterprises, issues relating to contract compliance, and enforcement of non-compliance sanctions
- Oversees and monitors staff conducting site visits of construction projects to monitor contract compliance with MBE/WBE requirements, EEO and CRO guidelines, and other federal, state, and local requirements.
- Analyzes utilization of Veterans Business Enterprise (VBE) and compliance to bid incentive goals.
- Monitors total VBE contracts and identify qualified VBE incentive applications.
- Ensures compliance to Chicago Municipal Code, 2-92-330 Contracts-Percentages of city and project area residents work hours-Enforcement.
- Conducts performance evaluations and initiates disciplinary procedures as required; participates in the hiring of staff; performs other administrative functions relating to the management of staff
- Interprets policies and guidelines of City’s certification programs and contract compliance requirements and regulations to subordinate staff, contractors, business owners, and departmental managers.
- Provides oversight and participates in the planning of outreach events and works with staff in providing information and promoting the City’s certification and compliance programs; oversees and participates in conducting workshops to explain the application process and certification and compliance requirements
- Meets with contractors and city personnel to explain M/W/DBE, EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity), CRO (Chicago Residency Ordinance) contract compliance and reporting requirements and penalties for non-compliance.
- Participates and monitors staff conducting site visits included but not limited to, construction projects, to monitor contract compliance with BE/WBE/SBE/VBE/DBE/ACDBE requirements, EEO and CRO guidelines, and other federal, state, and local requirements.
- Reviews reports submitted by staff conducting close-out audits to evaluate overall contract compliance by vendors.
- Prepares comprehensive reports on work activities for management use; as part of management team, provides input on long term planning and policy development.
- Utilizes data analytics to unbundle opportunities and directed outreach.
- Plans and implements on-going training and staff development programs for subordinate staff
Location: City Hall, 121 N. La Salle St, Suite 806
THIS POSITION IS NOT IN CAREER SERVICE
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a directly related field, plus six (6) years of professional work experience involving the review and analysis of financial records, OR program auditing/ monitoring work, OR work involving fact finding analysis and investigative research and reporting, OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a directly related field, plus five (5) years of professional work experience involving the review and analysis of financial records, OR program auditing/ monitoring work, OR work involving fact finding analysis and investigative research and reporting
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise and/or a skills assessment test as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.
For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:
For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:
City of Chicago :: Classification and Pay Plan
APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. The Department of Human Resources staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference for applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.
The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.
City of Chicago
Job Posting
: Nov 11, 2026, 12:00:00 AM |Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External
: Nov 26, 2026, 11:59:00 PMPay Basis
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certification manager jobs.
- Three to seven years of experience managing ISO, regulatory, or accreditation certification programs
- Demonstrated ability to lead internal and external audits from preparation through closeout
- Proficiency with document control systems and quality management software
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as quality management, engineering, or life sciences
- Certified Quality Auditor, ISO Lead Auditor, or equivalent professional certification preferred
- Experience preparing and submitting regulatory submissions or accreditation application packages
Tips for Your Certification Manager Job Search
Align your resume to certification frameworks
Tailor your resume to name the specific frameworks you've managed, such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or accreditation standards relevant to your industry. Generic quality experience won't stand out the way a clearly scoped certification portfolio will.
Highlight audit ownership, not just participation
Job postings for certification managers consistently distinguish between candidates who led audits and those who supported them. Rewrite bullet points to show you owned the audit cycle, resolved nonconformances, and closed findings on a defined timeline.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists certification manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by regulatory body, not just industry
Certification manager roles differ sharply based on the governing body involved. Filtering openings by keywords like FDA, ANAB, UKAS, or NABCB helps you find roles where your existing compliance knowledge transfers directly, cutting down on irrelevant applications.
Prepare a concrete gap remediation example
Interviewers for certification manager roles almost always ask how you've handled a failed audit or a significant compliance gap. Prepare a specific example that walks through what failed, the corrective action plan you built, and how certification was ultimately maintained or restored.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Certification manager roles vary widely in whether you own one certification or manage an entire portfolio across multiple sites. Before accepting, clarify the number of active certifications, the internal audit team size, and which regulatory renewals are coming up within your first year.
Certification Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most certification managers?
The companies hiring the most certification managers right now include Amazon Web Services, Anduril, and Eurofins, with the largest share of openings in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, medical device manufacturers, and large industrial firms tend to post the highest volumes year-round.
How many certification manager jobs are remote?
About 80% of certification manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. Roles focused on documentation management, audit scheduling, and program coordination are most likely to allow remote work, while positions requiring on-site audits or lab oversight are typically in-person.
How do you become a certification manager?
Start by building hands-on experience in a quality assurance, compliance, or regulatory affairs role where you support audit cycles and certification renewals. Earn a recognized credential such as a Certified Quality Auditor designation to validate your technical knowledge. Progress by taking ownership of internal audits, corrective action programs, and eventually full certification portfolios before stepping into a manager title.
Can you get hired as a certification manager without direct experience?
Moving directly into a certification manager title without related experience is uncommon, but candidates from quality assurance, regulatory affairs, or compliance coordinator roles often make the transition successfully. Emphasize any audit participation, corrective action ownership, or accreditation support work you've done. Earning a lead auditor certification before applying strengthens your case considerably when you lack a formal manager title on your resume.
What does the certification manager interview process look like?
Most employers run two to four rounds, starting with a recruiter screen focused on your certification background and industry experience. A hiring manager interview follows, typically using behavioral questions about audit management, gap remediation, and stakeholder communication. Technical or scenario-based rounds are common in regulated industries, where you may be asked to walk through how you would prepare for a specific type of external audit or address a critical nonconformance finding.
Where can I find and apply to certification manager jobs?
You can find and apply to certification manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the available roles by location, industry, or specialization, find the ones that fit your background, and apply directly to each listing.
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