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The Prince George's County Office of Procurement is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Procurement Officer 1G, grade G18, in the Business Services Division. About the Position This is entry level professional procurement work to provide supplies, equipment and services required by the assigned department/agency, project, or County Government. Performance of work at this level requires knowledge of procurement methods, principles and practices.

Contacts are with various department/agency personnel to clarify technical data, provide and verify information and report status of procurement actions; with Budget Management Analysts to ensure sufficient funding; and with vendors to obtain pricing, delivery, and other procurement-related information. This class of work may entail some public service/assistance, but it is incidental to the primary focus of the work performed. Work is performed under the authorization of the County Purchasing Agent and performance is evaluated by a higher-level Procurement Officer or other designated superior and evaluated in terms of timeliness, technical adequacy and conformance with established procurement procedures.

Upon satisfactory completion of the probationary period the entry level Procurement Officer I may be promoted to the Procurement Officer II full performance level. About the Agency The Office of Procurement was launched on July 1, 2024, and comprises three main divisions: the Office of Accountability, Business Services, and Office of Administrative Services. These divisions will house critical functions including Contract Compliance, Contract Administration & Procurement, and Supplier Development & Diversity, formerly managed under the Office of Central Services.

The Office of Procurement will help foster transparency and efficiency in our procurement process every day while also providing a high impact means to promote equity. Through the new Office of Procurement, small, local, and minority-owned businesses are supported, creating new opportunities for our residents to work in and improve the community where they live. Examples of Work Assist with bid preparations, solicitations, awards and contract extensions with internal customers and the Supplier Development and Diversity Division.

The incumbent may obtain written concurrence on actions taken as required. Provides recommendations to the Contract Review Committee (researches and documents all recommendations for sound logic and economic viability). Prepares specifications, solicitations and conducts analysis of bid/proposal responses.

Provides recommendations for contract award in accordance with procurement law, regulations, procedures, and solicitation requirements. Maintains well-organized procurement records as required by law and /or policy. Initiates and follows through on procurement actions in a manner that will facilitate completion of services within required timeframe.

Processes approved requisitions and change orders, maintains an average requisition turn-around time consistent with production goals. Reviews purchasing ordinances, and applicable professional publications to assure maximum job proficiency. Undertakes re-bidding actions to ensure no lapse in contract coverage occurs.

Accomplishes contract loading in a timely and accurate manner Reviews and/or develops appropriate written determinations ensuring they are accurate, concise and consistent with applicable legal guidelines and policies. With 100% accuracy, reviews purchase orders and contract awards for completeness and compliance with legal and policy mandates. Prepares monthly reports/briefings on procurement activity and submits to supervisor by established deadlines.

Conducts follow-up and enforcement of contract performance requirements in accordance with contract terms, conditions and specifications. Resolves contractor performance and dispute issues in the best interest of the County. Under the supervision of the Contractual Services Officer, initiates contractor cure, shows cause and termination processes within the prescribed timeframes and in accordance with written policy and procedure.

Reviews and processes change orders in accordance with written procedures. Assists internal customers with the development of specifications, and expediting of procurement transactions, as required. Advises internal customers of procurement laws, regulations, and develops optional courses of action to facilitate meeting customer objectives.

Establishes and maintains a professional and collaborative relationship with internal customers and the Supplier Development and Diversity Division Promptly reviews and responds to general inquiries and complaints from vendors/contractors on procurement matters. Provides timely written or oral responses as required. Inform supervisor of sensitive issues and situations which may subsequently come to the attention of management or require management intervention or guidance.

Assists supervisor in identifying issues which impact monthly and annual minority participation goals, provides written suggestions for participation enhancement and recommends actions to improve overall performance. Assists senior level procurement officers by performing research in relation to contracts issues, resulting in the compilation of reports for the Contractual Services Officer or the Manager. Prepares the associated correspondence and statistical reports for the Contractual Services Officer or Manager's signature.

Ensures appropriate distribution and follow-up. Maintains accurate files on project work for each area of accessibility and understanding by others. Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties or projects that are within the general occupational category and responsibility level associated with the employee's class of work.

Safely operates County owned vehicles in the conduct of County business and in accordance with established procedures. Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties assigned which may not be specifically listed in position description but are within the general category and responsibility level typically associated with employee's class of work, while maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Retailing and Distribution, or related field.

One (1) year of professional purchasing experience. An equivalent combination of education and professional purchasing experience may be accepted. Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of 5years of direct acquisition and procurement experience in lieu of a degree.

Use of artificial intelligence tools to create procurement documents. EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION. Additional Information Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position.

Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Tentative Interview Dates: June 23-25, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 1400 McCormick Dr., Largo, Maryland 20774 Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must: Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency. Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable. May be required to successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable

Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S

citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed

For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify. INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace