Supplier Engagement Program Coordinator

DGS Office of State Procurement

45 Calvert Street

Annapolis, MD 21401

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

The Supplier Engagement Program Coordinator supports the implementation and day-to-day operations of a statewide network designed to help historically underserved businesses in successfully competing for state and local government contracts. This position, serving a two-year term, reports to the Supplier Network Administrator and focuses on program coordination, communications, training support and facilitation, and accompanying administrative tasks.

Duties to include but not limited to:

Program Coordination & Implementation

· Execute daily program operations, including scheduling, logistics, and workflow management.

· Coordinate calendars and activities with internal staff and external partners to ensure timely delivery.

Training & Participant Support

· Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and events by managing registrations and preparing materials.

· Act as a direct point of contact to help participants navigate program resources and track their engagement.

Communications & Outreach

· Manage program communications, including newsletters, social media, and outreach campaigns.

· Respond to participant inquiries and maintain contact lists to support recruitment efforts.

Data Tracking & Reporting

· Maintain accurate participant records and program data in internal systems.

· Support the compilation of reports and performance metrics.

· Administrative support.

· Organize files, maintain documentation, and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures.

· Assist with financial tasks, such as invoice and expense tracking, and contribute to special projects as assigned.

Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding all qualifications.

·  Experience with government procurement, public purchasing, or contracting processes.

· Experience supporting small businesses, historically underserved businesses, or other supplier diversity initiatives.

· Experience maintaining and tracking program data using spreadsheets, databases, or other information management systems.

·  Experience coordinating virtual and in-person events, conferences, and/or educational programs.

· Experience developing communication materials such as newsletters, marketing materials, or website content.

· Experience supporting budget tracking or grant-funded programs.

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.  Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.

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.

Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12-month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to dgs.resumes@maryland.gov, including “Supplier Engagement Program Coordinator” in the subject line.

For questions, call our HR Office at 410-767-4985.

For more information about DGS, please visit: https://dgs.maryland.gov/.

DGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer