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Deputy Director of Procurement

Procurement Manager I

Recruitment #26-003006-0001

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Introduction



 
When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.
 
We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind. 
 
This is a full- time contractual position.

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services
Office of Procurement 
25 S. Charles St
Baltimore, MD, 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The Deputy Director in the Office of Procurement at the Department of Human Services provides strategic leadership and oversight of procurement operations that ensure compliance with COMAR Title 21, promote equity, and support the timely execution of contracts critical to delivering human services across Maryland. This role supervises a Procurement Supervisor and team of four professionals responsible for high-value acquisitions and
contract reviews for the Local Departments of Social Services, the Office of the Attorney General, and the Office of the Secretary, covering essential programs such as Legal Services for Children and Adults, In-Home Aide Services, Employment Services, and Job Access Transportation. In addition to managing DHS Central purchasing, the Deputy Director oversees Procurement Training and leads the Contract Management and Compliance Program, a priority initiative under Governor Moore’s 2025 Executive Order to build a more efficient, equitable, and competitive procurement system statewide.

POSITION DUTIES

  • Oversees daily operations of two core procurement teams, including staffing, and work distribution. 
  • Evaluates employee performance through clear expectations, regular feedback, and reviews, while holding staff accountable by addressing issues and carrying out organizational standards. 
  • Mentors and coaches staff.
  • Manages the procurement of goods and services, and the processing and review of procurement requests/contracts submitted by the 24 Local DSS offices.
  • Implements and maintains procurement policies and procedures that ensure compliance with COMAR Title 21 and Department of General Services, Office of State Procurement (DGS/OSP) guidelines.
  • Collaborates with internal stakeholders to coordinate procurement planning, resolve issues, and improve service delivery.
  • Tracks and analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitors procurement effectiveness and report findings to the Director.
  • Leads staff development initiatives, including training, coaching, and performance evaluations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. 

Experience: Four years of professional experience in public procurement, contracting, or contract management, including at least one year in a supervisory or managerial capacity.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Two years of supervisory experience overseeing procurement or contract staff in a state or local government agency.

  • Two years of experience with County, State, or Federal procurement regulations.

  • Two years experience managing complex procurements for human service programs, IT systems, or large-scale service contracts.

  • Two years of experience conducting staff training, coaching, or performance improvement plans to build team accountability and professional growth. 

  • Possession of a recognized professional certification in public procurement or contract management, such as CMPO, CPPB, CPPO, or NCMA's Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), or the Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) Professional.  

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 done so must obtain and possess certification as a Procurement Professional from the Maryland Department of General Services within one year of appointment.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list. The resulting list may be used for future vacancies with this agency or other state agencies.

BENEFITS

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 at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, Attn: Mario West, 25 S. Charles Street 1115-J, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to mario.west2@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. 

If you have any questions concerning this recruitment process for this position, please contact 410-767-6081.  

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

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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