The Department of Small Business Services is governed by The City of New York. It assists businesses in the identification of lenders. The department offers business planning, contract management and leasing assistance services. It conducts classes for businesses in computer-based bookkeeping and marketing. The Department of Small Business Services provides business access to screened job candidates, as well as improves the skills of entry-level employees. It operates the Division of Economic and Financial Opportunity, which offers access assistance related to bidding and procurement opportunities. The department manages work force career center that offer career advisement, job search counseling, skills training and job placement services.