Procurement Officer I
ConfidentialIntroduction The Maryland Department of Labor is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for a Procurement Officer I position within the Office of Administration. As a member of the Office of Administration Team, you can build a fulfilling career while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental converge, paid time off (vacation and sick leave), participation in the State pension plan, supplemental retirement options, and membership in the Maryland State Employees Credit Union. A resume may be attached as supplemental information; however, only the information provided in the application will be reviewed and considered in the evaluation process. GRADE STD0016 LOCATION OF POSITION 100 South Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201 Main Purpose of Job The position of Procurement Officer I for the Office of Administration (OOA), Contract and Procurement Unit serves as Procurement Officer for the Department of Labor (LABOR). The position is responsible for the full performance level of work in the procurement of equipment, services, construction, supplies, information technology, and other needs, which must be obtained through the competitive or negotiated procurement process. The position is responsible for soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, and awarding contracts for the Department, in accordance with State Procurement Regulations (COMAR Title 21). This position is also responsible for grants, the corporate credit card, and purchasing transactions. POSITION DUTIES Duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Adhere to strict compliance with the Annotated Code of Maryland State Finance and Procurement Article, COMAR Title 21, BPW Advisories, and LABOR procedures guidelines for Procurement Officer Is and all LABOR Programs. Includes providing direction as necessary. Determines proper procurement method for solicitations and obtain appropriate approval to ensure adherence to Procurement regulations. Advises programs on the proper procurement methods and procedures for particular needs. Procurement Officer I as assigned within the Contracts and Procurement Unit to ensure that all Procurement Regulations are being followed and that work is being processed in an accurate and timely manner. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Procurement Officer I- Option 1 Experience: Six years of experience, two years of experience in contract management or procurement involving duties such as: soliciting, evaluating, negotiating and awarding contracts and ensuring compliance with governmental procurement laws, regulations and conditions and an additional four years of professional contract management experience or professional procurement experience. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute certification as a 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) for the additional four years of the required experience. 2. Candidates for Option 1 positions may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience of experience in contract management or procurement involving duties such as: soliciting, evaluating, negotiating and awarding contracts and ensuring compliance with governmental procurement laws, regulations and conditions for the required experience. 3. Candidates may substitute additional graduate education at an accredited college or university, at the rate of thirty credit hours for the required experience. 4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Contracting, Industrial Management or logistics specialist clas…