Contracts and Procurement, Lead

3 weeks ago

Laurel, Maryland, United States State of Maryland - DHS - Prince George's County DSS Full time

Introduction

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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 one million Marylanders each year.�We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.�\r
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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.�\r
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GRADE

17\r

LOCATION OF POSITION

Prince George's County Department of Social Services\r
Contracts and Procurement�\r
805 Brightseat Rd.\r
Landover, MD 20785\r

Main Purpose of Job

The position is an administrative level position primarily responsible for reviewing and continuously improving the full range of procurement activities for the Agency to include, but not be limited to MBE/QSB participation and soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, awarding and monitoring contracts in accordance with State and County procurement laws, procedures and regulations. The incumbent will act as a liaison between State and County procurement processing in the executing of State and County contracts. The work involves the exercise of independent judgement and initiative, supervision of subordinate staff, and expert knowledge of County and State purchasing practices and principles.�\r

POSITION DUTIES

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Provide oversight and expertise in the full range of procurement functions in accordance with State and County procurement laws; provide oversight, training and guidance to Contracts and Procurement staff; leads pre-bid conferences and debriefings, conducts emergency procurements as needed; uses identified technology to review and approve purchase orders; creates purchasing shopping carts.\r
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Lead a team of Procurement Specialists in reviewing contract records for accuracy and completeness, identifying staff training needs.\r
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Assists with establishing, analyzing, and continuously improving relationships with internal and external customers; provide customer service to both internal and external customers.\r
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Ensures and documents certified minority and qualified small participation in all non-emergency procurement processes; assists with preparing monthly reports to show Agency compliance.\r
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.\r
Experience: Five years of administrative staff or professional work. \r
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1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience. \r
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience. \r
3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience. \r
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience.\r

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r
One year of supervisory experience.�\r
One year of experience with the State of Maryland Procurement Laws, procedures, and regulations.\r
One year of experience with Systems Analysis Program (SAP).\r
One year experience using the Financial Management Information System (FMIS).\r
One year of experience utilizing MS Excel.\r

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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.\r

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.�\r

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire.� The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process.� Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.\r
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For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.��\r

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:�STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r
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•\tPersonal Leave- new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).�\r

•\tAnnual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.\r

•\tSick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.\r

•\tParental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.\r

•\tHolidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holiday per year.\r

•\tPension – State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.\r

•\tPositions may be eligible for telework.�\r

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplement questionnaire to: Attention: Cynthia McMillian, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 142 Baltimore, Maryland 21201.�\r
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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.�\r
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If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.�\r
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TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.\r
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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 or �\r
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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.\r

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