Procurement Manager II
Recruitment #23-003007-0004
| Department | DGS Office of State Procurement |
|---|---|
| Date Opened | 12/27/2023 08:36:00 AM |
| Filing Deadline | 1/11/2024 11:59:00 PM |
| Salary | $89,727 - $144,573/year(based on qualifications and salary rules) |
| Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
| HR Analyst | Mojisola Ogungbe |
| Work Location |
Anne Arundel
|
| Telework Eligible | Yes |
Introduction
GRADE
23
LOCATION OF POSITION
This position available with the Maryland Department of General Services (DGS), Office of State Procurement (OSP), located in Annapolis, MD.
Main Purpose of Job
This position is a managerial role within DGS’ Office of State Procurement, the State’s central procurement authority. The role involves expertise in agency procurement, encompassing sourcing and award activities, contract management, procurement systems operations, and the review of procurement regulations and policies. Responsibilities also include providing professional procurement training, certification, and business services within the State procurement authority for Services contracts. This position will serve as a staff advisor for IT and Professional Services procurements and will supervise lower-level procurement positions, providing expert and technical interpretation, instruction, guidance, and assistance in accordance with State laws and regulations.
Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:
• Reviewing and analyzing the content and format of all information technology and professional services procurement submissions from DGS OSP procurement officers and other agencies' procurement officers for adherence and conformance to State procurement regulations and policies.
• Providing managerial support to train, assign, review, and approve the described work performed by lower-level procurement officers at DGS OSP and other agencies.
• Conducting complex IT and professional services procurements for the department or for the collective benefit of State agencies and/or assisting other unit staff with such procurements.
• Responding to Public Information Act requests, debriefing requests, and questions from vendors regarding contract awards by the Department and/or general procurement issues.
• Maintaining current and working knowledge of procurement laws, codes, policies, procedures, and objectives. Determining proper resolutions within established guidelines and regulations.
• Providing guidance to State agencies in all aspects of proper submissions. Offering outreach to State agencies through attendance at agency pre-bid conferences and/or evaluation committee meetings, as well as meetings with procurement staff to discuss results of procurement analyses and assistance with training of agency procurement staff
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Seven (7) or more years of experience with public procurement, including two (2) years of supervisory experience in the procurement or contract management field.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualifications. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.
• Experience with the State of Maryland procurement system is strongly preferred.
• Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) and/or Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) is strongly preferred.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
2. Employees in this classification, who have not already done so, must obtain and possess certification as a Procurement Professional from the Maryland Department of General Services Offices of State Procurement within one year of appointment.
SELECTION PROCESS
It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please include all experience and education that is related to this position. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered.
Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position.
You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.
BENEFITS
The State offers a generous benefits package that includes:
- Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify.
- Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions.
- Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis.
- Generous paid leave that increases with years of service.
- Paid holidays.
- Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs.
- Employee & employer contributory pension plan.
Click on the link below for more information.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Contact mojisola.ogungbe1@maryland.gov or call 410-767-4986 with questions about this recruitment. The on-line application process is STRONGLY preferred. Apply online at www.dgs.maryland.gov – click on Employment on the left side of the screen. If you are unable to submit your application online, please send your paper application to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD 21201 by the closing date and time. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
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