Procurement Manager I

Company: State of Maryland
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: February 18, 2025

Job Description:

IntroductionThe Maryland Department of Labor is accepting applications for the position of Procurement Manager I. A Procurement Manager I is the managerial level of professional work for State agency positions in the procurement of equipment, services, construction, supplies, information technology, and other needs which must be obtained through the competitive procurement process, negotiated procurement process, and other procurement methods. Resumes are acceptable as additional information; however, the application must be completed or it will be subject to rejection. This position is Management Services and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.GRADE22LOCATION OF POSITION100 South Charles Street, Suite 5000, Baltimore, Maryland 21201Main Purpose of JobThis position of Procurement Manager I for the Office of Administration, Contracts and Procurement Unit serves as Procurement Officer for the Maryland Department of Labor (MD Labor). The main purpose of this position is to supervise the lower-level Procurement Officer and oversee the daily contracting and purchasing activity of the Procurement Unit that supports the Division of Family and Medical Leave Insurance. Assist the Procurement Manager in working with the department's Minority Liaison to ensure that state minority business and small business enterprise contracting requirements are met by the MD Labor divisions.POSITION DUTIES

• Directly supervises the subordinate Procurement Officers and oversees all of the day-to-day procurement activities.
• Works closely as a deputy to the Chief of Procurement to ensure that State procurement laws and regulations are enforced while providing for the needs of the Department.
• Assists the Chief of Procurement with review and approval of all contract modifications to ensure completeness and compliance with procurement regulations before final approval for departmental programs.
• Works with the Procurement Officers to assure that all contract files are centralized, organized, and complete.
• Conducts internal file audits periodically.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.Experience: 6 years of professional public sector procurement, or private sector contracting experience, which included activities such as soliciting, evaluating, negotiating and awarding contracts, advertising procurement opportunities, distributing specifications to vendors, coordinating bidder evaluation committees, conducting vendor debriefings, monitoring contract performance, eProcurement management, professional certification or procurement business operations, including at least two (2) years of supervisory or managerial experience.Notes:
• Candidates may substitute one year of experience in ensuring appropriate and consistent enterprise-wide interpretation of and compliance with enterprise level procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures for the required education.
• Candidates may substitute certification as a Certified Public Manager from the National Association of Purchasing Management; Certified Professional Contracts Manager from the National Contract Management Association; Certified Public Purchasing Officer or Certified Professional Public Buyer from the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (National Institute of Governmental Purchasing, Inc. or National Association of State Purchasing Officers) for the required education.
• Candidates may substitute professional contract management experience or professional procurement experience, on a year-for-year basis, for the required education.
• Candidates may substitute a Doctorate of Jurisprudence (JD) degree or a Master's degree in Business Administration for two years of the required experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPreference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s):
• Strong organizational, administrative, and management skills in the procurement operations of a State organization.
• Knowledge of COMAR Title 21 and other Maryland State procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Experience with FMIS/ADPICS and eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA).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.
• 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.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSAll candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.SELECTION PROCESSPlease 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. All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.EXAMINATION PROCESSThe assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.).BENEFITSSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITSFURTHER INSTRUCTIONSThe online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767-4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to Application.Help@maryland.gov. If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#), and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you are seeking veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214. The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment; no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:Maryland Department of Labor/ Office of AdministrationAttn: Tenisha Tunstall 25-003006-0002100 S. Charles Street, 5th FloorBaltimore, MD 21201For additional information, please contact Tenisha Tunstall at 410-767-2772 or via email Tenisha.Tunstall2@maryland.gov.The MD State Application Form can be found online.The Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of LABOR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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