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Introduction
The Maryland Department of the Environment is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented, and results-driven procurement leader to serve as the Procurement Manager. This position is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the Department's full scope of procurement operations and ensuring compliance with State procurement laws, regulations, and policies under COMAR Title 21.
This position provides executive-level technical interpretation, instruction, and guidance in the procurement of equipment, services, supplies, information technology, and other operational needs obtained through competitive procurement, negotiated procurement, and other authorized procurement methods. The Procurement Manager will serve as a trusted advisor to agency leadership while leading modernization, operational efficiency, fiscal stewardship, and procurement compliance initiatives across the Department.
The Procurement Manager supervises procurement professionals responsible for both small and large procurements and provides leadership in procurement planning, contract administration, policy implementation, and operational continuity. The incumbent will work collaboratively with executive leadership, program managers, legal counsel, vendors, and external stakeholders to ensure procurement activities are conducted with integrity, transparency, accountability, and efficiency.
This position plays a key role in strengthening procurement operations, minimizing financial and contractual risk, improving procurement processes, and supporting the Department's mission through sound fiscal and operational management.
GRADE
20
LOCATION OF POSITION
1800 Washington Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21230
POSITION DUTIES
Procurement Operations & Regulatory Oversight:
Provides technical leadership, interpretation, and guidance regarding procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in accordance with COMAR Title 21. Supervises procurement staff responsible for conducting and processing small and large procurements utilizing procurement methods including Small Procurements, Invitations for Bids (IFBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Information Technology Purchase Order Requests for Proposals (PORFPs), Task Order Requests for Proposals (TORFPs), Statewide Contracts, Preferred Provider Purchases, Sole Source Procurements, and Inter-Agency Agreements. Oversees the development, review, and advertisement of solicitation documents and procurement opportunities. Examines bid proposals to determine responsiveness, responsibility, and the need for additional information or corrective action. Oversees evaluation processes and contract award recommendations. Conducts or assists with bidder debriefings, pre-bid conferences, pre-proposal conferences, and site inspections. Ensures all procurement activities conform to applicable State procurement regulations and policies.
Contract Administration & Risk Management:
Supervises, prepares, and manages contract modifications, amendments, renewals, and option exercises. Resolves contractual issues and provides guidance regarding vendor compliance, procurement disputes, protests, and appeals. Collaborates with the Office of the Attorney General and Department leadership regarding legal sufficiency reviews, procurement irregularities, Public Information Act requests, and other procurement-related legal matters. Identifies financial, contractual, and operational risks and recommends solutions to strengthen procurement processes and controls. Manages contracts and procurement-related activities necessary to support continuity of operations for the Department.
Strategic Leadership & Process Improvement:
Provides direction, guidance, and technical advice to Procurement Officers, program staff, and executive leadership regarding procurement strategies and methods. Identifies opportunities to improve procurement-related operations, increase efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and reduce financial risk. Leads implementation of procurement process improvements and operational modernization initiatives. Tracks procurement activities and contracts and provides analytical data, reporting, and recommendations to management. Collaborates with agency leadership and program staff to support strategic procurement planning and operational objectives.
Training, Compliance & Stakeholder Engagement:
Trains staff on procurement policies, procedures, best practices, and the use of eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) and the Financial Management Information System (FMIS). Develops, updates, and maintains procurement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Regularly communicates procurement regulation, policy, and legislative updates to Department staff and leadership. Assists the business liaison with Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Small Business Reserve (SBR), Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE), and Preferred Provider reporting requirements. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to increase participation in MBE, SBR, and VSBE programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, Procurement, Finance, Accounting, Law, or a related field
Experience: Eight (8) years of progressively responsible procurement experience, including experience conducting complex procurements and supervising procurement staff
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated experience implementing procurement process improvements that increased operational efficiency, strengthened internal controls, and reduced financial or contractual risk
Strong knowledge and experience interpreting and applying State procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, including COMAR Title 21
Demonstrated leadership experience managing complex procurement projects involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and high-level contract administration responsibilities
National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) certification, Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or similar procurement certification preferred
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 already done so must obtain certification as a Procurement Professional Certification from the Maryland Department of General Services within one year of appointment.
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
STATE OF MARYLAND 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 St., 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 the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
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