Procurement Manager I
Chief of Procurement Services
Recruitment #21-003006-0001
Department | MSDE - Division of Business Services - History |
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Date Opened | 1/14/2021 11:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 1/29/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Christopher King |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
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Introduction
The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland.
GRADE
State Salary Grade 22
Salary Range: $70,280 – $91,605
(with progression to $112,848)
LOCATION OF POSITION
200 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
This is a professional position serving as the Chief
of the Procurement Services responsible for providing management and leadership
of Procurement and Support Services related to the agency’s procurement of
commodities and services, and the provision of mail distribution, duplication,
and other support services to the agency.
POSITION DUTIES
Directs and administers operations of the
Procurement Section, providing guidance and consistent interpretation of laws,
policies, regulations and directives; supervises processing of contracts and
purchase orders; reviews contract documents for completeness, clarity and
accuracy; maintains administrative liaisons with all regulatory entities;
oversees pre-bid conferences and public bid openings; assures availability of
documents related to the evaluation of proposals and the selection of vendors;
plans and implements tracking of procurement data and information; provides
direction to the Support Services Section with regard to maintaining mail
services, central duplication, central stores, leases, parking, vehicle fleet,
and risk management; coordinates agency travel and agency corporate purchasing credit
cards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or
university in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related
area. Master’s Degree is a plus.
EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of professional experience with coordinating
procurement, contract administration, and/or related administrative services. Management and/or supervisory experience
desired.
NOTES: Two (2) additional
years of experience as defined above may be substituted for the required
education.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
1 year of Purchasing-Procurement experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of procurement and contract
administration; knowledge of operations and finance management; skill in interpreting
policies, State and Federal Statute, and regulations; skill in using
spreadsheet software; skill in scheduling and managing multiple tasks; skill in
identifying problems and negotiating solutions; ability to analyze data and
make sound decisions; ability to supervise staff, manage projects and services,
monitor performance, and implement improvements; ability to effectively lead
and work as a team member; ability to communicate effectively orally and in
writing.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Proof
of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control
Act and travel throughout the state are required. Any misrepresentation of academic or
experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or
termination of employment.
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.
Conclusion
For immediate
consideration please submit your application by January 29, 2021 - Open until filled.
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.
For
education obtained outside of the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American
education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation will be required
prior to hire. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may
be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
The 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.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
To apply for this
position online go to MSDE
Jobs on JobAps (or complete an MSDE Application on marylandpublicschools.org).
On-line applications (and resumes) are the preferred method for receiving your
application/attachments. Using this method will allow applicants to
access their documents for future recruitments for which they apply and verify
that the appropriate documents (resume-credentials) have been attached to the
recruitment that requires them. Applicants must include their resume and
provide sufficient information on the application to document that they satisfy
the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Please do not put "See
Resume" in the job duties section of your application; your application
will not be considered.
If you utilize fax or regular mail
as the option to submit required attachments, you will need to resubmit these
documents each time you apply for a new position that requires the
attachments. Additionally, you must include the following information on
each page of the attachment you submit in order to ensure that we append the
attachments to the correct recruitment: First and Last Name, Recruitment
Number, and the last 4 digits of your SS# and indicate application for – Procurement
Manger I (Chief of Procurement) #039445 - JobAps #21-003006-0001. Mailing
Address: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Human Resources, 200
West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. Fax: 410-333-8950 –
This fax number is for Department of Education recruitment actions only.
If you have
difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online
application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management,
Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. For inquiries or an MSDE
Application, contact 410-767-0019 or TTY/TDD 410-333-3045 or visit our website
at http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/.
Appropriate accommodations for
individuals with disabilities are available upon request