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Contract Administrator III DBM

Recruitment #22-004897-0001

GRADE

STD 0020

LOCATION OF POSITION

301 W. Preston Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

POSITION DUTIES

The incumbent administers and ensures contractual compliance of contracts under the Office of Personnel Services and Benefits (OPSB). The incumbent is responsible for the management and oversight of assigned contracts throughout all phases of the contract lifecycle which involves planning, organizing, and executing contract development, negotiation, performance monitoring and compliance, vendor management, change management, close-out and other activities associated with the contract management process. The incumbent is responsible for specific financial activities, projects or reports and provides supportive, interpretive, and advisory information to internal and external clients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Four years of professional experience in contract management or procurement involving duties such as: soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, awarding, and administering contracts and ensuring compliance with governmental procurement laws, regulations and conditions.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the completion of 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university, on a year-for year basis, for up to three years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute certification as a Certified Professional Contracts Manager from the National Contract Management Association for four years of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Contracting, Industrial Management or logistics specialist classifications or administrative support specialty codes in the procurement or financial management fields of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

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.

1. Two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Excel – intermediate level.

2. Two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Word – intermediate level.

3. Experience in project management.

4. The desired candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification will be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland. 

SELECTION PROCESS

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.  The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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

Online applications are highly recommended.  However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston Street, Room 608 Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment.  No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at

Application.Help@maryland.gov
or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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