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Procurement Manager I

Recruitment #25-003006-0001

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor is accepting applications for the position of Procurement Manager within the Office of Administration, Human Resources Office. This position will serve as Procurement Manager that supports the Division of Family and Medical Leave Insurance.

This is a management service position that serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 South Charles Street 5th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position of Procurement Manager I for the Office of Administration, Contracts and Procurement Unit serves as Procurement Officer for the Department of Labor (LABOR). The main purpose of this position is to supervise the lower-level Procurement Officer and oversee the daily contracting and purchasing activity of the Procurement Unit that supports the Division of Family and Medical Leave Insurance. Assist the Procurement Manager in working with the department's Minority Business Liaison to ensure that state minority business and small business enterprise contracting requirements are met by the LABOR divisions.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
  • Directly supervises the subordinate Procurement Officers and oversees all the day to day procurement activities
  • Works closely as a deputy to the Chief of Procurement to ensure that State procurement laws and regulations are enforced while providing for the needs of the Department. 
  • Manages, reviews, and closely monitors all RFP's and complex procurements including the development of specifications, solicitation documents, conducting pre bid and pre-proposal conferences, the evaluation of bids and the securing of appropriate approvals for contract awards. Regularly meets with the Chief of Procurement to brief him/her on important issues and resolve problems as they arise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university

Experience: 6 years of professional public sector procurement, or private sector contracting experience, which included activities such as soliciting, evaluating, negotiating and awarding contracts, advertising procurement opportunities, distributing specifications to vendors, coordinating bidder evaluation committees, conducting vendor debriefings, monitoring contract performance, eProcurement management, professional certification or procurement business operations, including at least two (2) years of supervisory or managerial 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.

Strong organizational, administrative and management skills in the procurement operations of a State organization

Knowledge of COMAR Title 21 and other Maryland State procurement laws, regulations, policies and procedures

Experience with FMIS/ADPICS and eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA)

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Limited to current State of Maryland government employees only

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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

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.

Resumes are acceptable as additional information, however, the application must be completed or it will be subject to rejection.

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

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. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

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.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767-4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to Application.Help@maryland.gov. If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

 

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you are seeking veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214.

 

The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

 

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

 

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:  

 

Maryland Department of Labor/ Office of Administration

Attn: Tenisha Tunstall   25-003006-0001

100 S. Charles Street, 5th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21201  

 

For additional information, please contact Tenisha Tunstall at 410-767-2772 or via email Tenisha.Tunstall2@maryland.gov

 

The MD State Application Form can be found online  

 

Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of LABOR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.



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