AGENCY PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST II

This is a Position-Specific Recruitment for Charles County Department of Social Services. 

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Department of Human Services
Charles County Department of Social Services
General Administration
200 Kent Avenue
La Plata, MD 20646

This position functions as the procurement agent; supervises the agency buyer, fleet coordinator, inventory control and mail clerk; and is designated as the Risk Management Coordinator.

Reviews and analyzes purchase requests and determines the most appropriate procurement method to use and ensures compliance with State procurement procedures, laws and regulations for the purchase of services, supplies, maintenance and equipment. Ensures that the agency's fleet is maintained and utiliaed appropriately and with the greatest efficiency, including record keeping of vehicle usage, maintenance, repairs and/or collisions. Ensures the maintenance and accuracy of inventory records and reporting of the agency's assets to the Department of Human Services (DHS). Ensures the timely and accurate delivery of the agency's mail internally and proper processing of mail for external delivery. Ensures that risk management activities, i.e., meetings, trainings, responses to emergency situations, preparation of reports (inclement weather, etc.) are supported and completed.

It is imperative to list all computer and software experience on your application pertaining to your job duties.

Education: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

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.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute professional or paraprofessional contract management or procurement experience on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute additional graduate education at an accredited college or university at the rate of thirty credit hours for each year of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute the following written certifications, obtained through passing an examination: 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 required education.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in Contracting and Industrial Management classifications or specialty codes in the Procurement field of work at a rate of one year of military experience for the required experience.

The ideal candidate will possess:

1. One year of experience using Word and/or Excel.

2. Knowledge of Risk Management.  

3. Experience tracking and maintaining inventory

Limited to candidates willing to accept employment in Charles County, which is located in Southern Maryland.

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.

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 employment (eligible) list for at least one year.  

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.  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.

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date. 

It is imperative to list all computer and software experience on your application pertaining to your job duties.  

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.    

 STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to:

Department of Human Services

Examination Services Unit

Attention:  Leslie Wigfield

311 W. Saratoga Street, First Floor

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Or fax requested information to: 410-333-0882; Email leslie.wigfield@maryland.gov : Voice 410-767-7316, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347.

Do not submit unsolicited documentation.

The paper application must be received by 5 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. 

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay, 1-800-925-4434.