Director of Procurement
MPT Administrator I
Recruitment #23-007588-0001
Department | MPT - Administration and Support Services |
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Date Opened | 9/21/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 10/6/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Wanda Johnston |
Work Location |
Baltimore County
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Telework Eligible | Yes |
Introduction
Maryland Public
Television, commonly known as MPT, is a public television network that
broadcasts throughout the entire state of Maryland and the District of Columbia
and into parts of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West
Virginia. MPT is Maryland's only statewide broadcaster. Headquartered
in Owings Mills, MPT is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service
(PBS) and is a producer of both locally and nationally distributed TV programs
and digital content.
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Public Television
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
- Plan, direct and administer procurement operations.
- Work with department heads to determine procurement needs and determine best procurement method within State laws and regulations. · Manage and approve procurement requests from multiple departments.
- Develop contract specifications, including performance and acceptance standards, contract management elements, contract modification, contract renewals, and advertisement requirements in accordance with State procurement procedures and laws.
- Determine basis for awards and evaluation criteria.
- Conduct pre-bid/pre-proposal conferences, site inspections, explain procurement requirements and schedules, conduct offerors' discussions and contract negotiations.
- Examine bid proposal to determine issues of responsiveness and responsibility.
- Conduct bid openings for competitive procurements to determine whether offerors are qualified to be selected for award and may recommend proposals for awards.
- Conduct debriefings if required.
- Researches materials and provides testimony regarding Board of Public Works items and prepare documents for BPW contract approval.
- Maintains a consistent, high quality, customer-focused orientation when conducting business and providing services or products to clients, staff, and other external customers.
- Evaluate contractor's performance against terms and conditions of contracts and recommends corrective actions.
- Review and Approval of department generated purchase order for compliance with policies and procedures.
- Review for approval Change Order Requests.
- Print, distribute and file approved Purchase Orders and Change Orders.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance or related field.
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.
- Any of the following certifications are highly desirable: 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).
- Knowledge of COMAR 21 and other Maryland State procurement laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Experience with Maryland procurement systems eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) and Advance Purchase Inventory Control System (ADPICS).
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 placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
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
The online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire, if applicable) may be submitted to Maryland Public Television, HR, 11767 Owings Mills Blvd., Owings Mills, MD 21117. Paper application materials must be received by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.