Board of Public Works

Description Maryland Transit Administration Board of Public Works (BPW) Coordinator (Administrator IV) Office of Procurement  Executive Service  “Open Until Filled”  *This position serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority* **Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply**  Are you seeking a job where your work is rewarding and provides excellent benefits? The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) invites you to apply today to be considered for a position that provides customer service to the citizens of Maryland every day. The MTA is one of the largest transit systems in the United States and is seeking dynamic and energetic individuals to join the MTA team. The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is seeking a dynamic, results-driven professional for the position of Board of Public Works (BPW) Coordinator. BPW is the highest administrative body in the Maryland state government and derives its ultimate authority from the State Constitution. It consists of the Governor, the Comptroller, and the Treasurer, and is responsible for the expenditure of all capital appropriations and the superintendence of nearly all state public works projects. This position is responsible for preparing detailed information for all MTA contracts that require reporting to or approval by the Board of Public Works (BPW). The selected incumbent will write BPW Action Agenda Items and collect information to be submitted to the Procurement Agency Activity Report (PAAR) for BPW approval. This person will also serve as MTA’s Small Business Liaison responsible for the Small Business Reserve (SBR) and the Small Business Enterprise (SBE) programs, including the development of MTA’s annual Small Business Strategic Plan SBR Procurement Forecast. This position is the lead representative for the Procurement Review Group (PRG) including all aspects of the minority, small, and veteran-owned business contract goals. The position is located in Baltimore City, MD Key Responsibilities: Briefing the Director of Procurement on each BPW item compiled for bi-weekly meetings. Assisting the Deputy Director on BPW-related tasks and special assignments. Providing training regarding SBR and SBE programs and monitoring the outcomes and achievements of small business designations Scheduling and hosting Industry Days and Small Business outreach events. Managing the MTA Procurement internal and external website. Analyzing legal documentation and taking the necessary steps to correct deficiencies. Assisting with oversight of all MTA contracts. Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will possess: Excellent verbal, written and overall communication skills. The ability to manage multiple projects and efficiently meet strict deadlines. Have the ability to demonstrated success in establishing collaborative partnerships with local, state, and community representatives. Qualifications Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.  Experience: Five years of experience in administrative or professional work. One year of this experience must have involved one or more of the following: the supervision of other employees, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations, or exercising responsibility for the development of policies or procedures.    Notes: 1. Additional experience in administrative or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.   2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-to-year basis for the required general experience.   3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience. Licenses & 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.