Manager, MBE Compliance

This position is a Political Special Appointment and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

100 Community Place, 3rd Floor
Crownsville, MD 21032

The Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs is seeking a qualified, experienced professional to implement and manage the data collection for assigned state agencies reporting on Small Business Reserve (SBR), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) procurement program participation. Collect and analyze agency MBE/SBR data; recommend strategies for improving agency MBE/SBR compliance. This position provides program policy support and advice to agency personnel, the Special Secretary and MBE compliance and procurement staff at state agencies. Responsibilities include supporting agency personnel in implementing MBE/SBR program best practices; facilitating MBE/SBR training and compliance-related meetings; recommending strategies to improve agency MBE/SBR compliance; assist in training for internal and external stakeholders; and assist agency personnel in resolving MBE complaints. Provide guidance and enforce regulations in all aspects related to SBR/MBE compliance matters.

Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public policy, public administration, economics, business, finance, or a related field.

Experience: Four years of experience in administrative or professional work. Two years of this experience must have involved public procurement and/or Maryland legislative processes, statutes or good working knowledge of COMAR. One year of experience must include ensuring compliance with State of Maryland regulations, reviewing procedures to ensure compliance, performing audits, resolving contract issues and preparing written reports. One year of experience must include elements for finance and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program results.

Notes:

1. A graduate degree from an accredited college or university in law, public policy, or a related field may be substituted for the education requirement.

2. Additional experience in administrative or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

• Excellent writing and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical abilities
• Familiarity with standard computer programs
• Ability to work independently, in teams, and under pressure

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Please send your resume and cover letter to:

Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Woman Business Affairs
Attn: Pamela Gregory
100 Community Place, 3rd Floor
Crownsville, MD 21032

or email to: Pamela.gregory@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. 

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