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PROGRAM MANAGER IV

Director, Central Services

Recruitment #24-005479-0050

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Introduction


The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) is a department under Maryland's Executive Branch.  Formed in 1972 by the Maryland General Assembly to address agriculture needs for the State of Maryland, the Department oversees and serves as a regulatory body for animal health and consumer services to include marketing and lab services, plant and pest management, and resource conservation.  As the number one industry in Maryland, the diversity of agriculture programs in the State continues to expand and grow.

The Office of Central Services is dedicated to successfully providing goods and services to MDA’s internal and external customers. The Central Services team administers centralized support services for MDA, including, facilities operation and management, contract administration and procurement, fleet management, administrative services and small, local and the minority business development.

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDA Headquarters, Annapolis MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position serves as the Director of Central Services for the MD Department of Agriculture (MDA). The position is responsible for the direction and management of MDA's central business support services, including the: 1) Office of Procurement and Contract Services, 2) Fleet Management, including Automotive Services and the Accident Review Board, 3) Facilities Maintenance and Management, including employee health and safety programs for the department, and 4) Mailroom Services and Front Desk Reception. These functions support the efficient operation of the MDA's 40 facilities across the state for 427 regular employees in addition to approximately 120 contractual employees.

POSITION DUTIES

Directs the activities of the Central Services Section of the MDA, including Procurement and Contract Services, Automotive Services, Facilities Maintenance, the Central Services Office (fleet management, records management, mail room, and the front desk.) This includes direct supervision of lead personnel in each of these areas.  

Ensures the correct determination for the basis of awards and evaluation criteria. Ensures that procurements are processed according to law and regulation. Develops contract specifications, including performance and acceptance standards, payment terms, contract management elements, contract modifications, contract renewals and advertising requirements. 

Ensures all grants flow through the proper approval process including the Board of Public Works (BPW). Represents the Department before the BPW when necessary. 

Oversees the management of approximately $20 million in capital inventory. Ensures timely lease and contract renewals. 

Coordinates with programs on the timely issuance of purchase orders providing approximately $64 million in grants annually to farmers and agricultural businesses across the State. 

Provides managerial supervision for Fleet Management and Automotive Services, which maintain the MDA’s fleet of 310 motor vehicles, 4 boats and an airplane. 

Chairs the MDA Accident Review Board to review all motor vehicle accidents and other citations involving on the MDA fleet. 

Provides managerial supervision for facilities maintenance at MDA Headquarters, which includes a 177,00 square foot facility, an automotive garage, a greenhouse, and parking areas located on 15 acres of land.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Tier Two Certified Procurement Officer with the State of Maryland,
OR
Three years of procurement experience with the State of MD.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in fleet management, accident review board coordination, facilities maintenance/management, employee health and safety programs, mail room services, and/or front desk services. 
  • Supervisory experience

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This position is open only to current employees of the State of Maryland. 

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

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.  Online application is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application to: Maryland Department of Agriculture, Human Resource Office, Room 304, 50 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis, MD  21401. 
 
If you are submitting additional information, such as diplomas or transcripts, the preferred method is to upload them online with your application.  If you are unable to upload, you may mail, hand-deliver or fax (HR Fax # 443-602-9831). For questions concerning this recruitment, please contact: Gwen Schindler at gwen.schindler1@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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