State of Maryland / Department of General Services
Office of State Procurement
Deputy Chief Procurement Officer
Position is Open Until Filled
Salary Range: $148,760 - $170,124 (depending on experience and qualifications)
Location: Will maintain offices in both Baltimore and Annapolis, Maryland
This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority ("at-will").
The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process.
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The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) is looking to hire a talented and experienced leader on our senior leadership team to fill the role as the State of Maryland's Deputy Chief Procurement Officer (DCPO) within the Office of State Procurement (OSP). The DCPO oversees both Procurement Operations and Procurement Infrastructure with OSP, and is responsible for daily OSP operations and executing the acquisition of goods and services on behalf of the State. The DCPO ensures the functioning and operation of all OSP operations and programs, overseeing the operational contracting bureaus, policy, process improvement, training, and compliance necessary for State procurement to function, including several strategic, socioeconomic, and preferred provider programs, as well as the deployment and management of eCommerce solutions and information management systems.
This position serves as not only a leader, but an in-house subject matter expert on State procurement laws, regulations, policies, processes, and procedures. This position will advise the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) and subordinate Executive Branch Agencies on all of the above to support the mission, vision, and goals of the Office of State Procurement.
Functions include:
Strategic Leadership & Management
Ensures continuity, effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of OSP operations, programs and services. Ensures operational alignment with State procurement law, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Reviews policies and procedures within OSP to identify opportunities for streamlining processes, enhancing efficiencies, and implementing best practices.
Supports and leads the effectuation of OSP's mission and vision, promoting efficiencies and productivity across the enterprise.
Furthers and facilitates the creation of a culture of excellence, where OSP is people-first, mission-oriented, and customer service focused.
Manages OSP's workforce and success planning efforts, determining short and long term planning of resources, programs, and operations.
Ensures that all audits and data calls are handled in an effective and efficient manner.
Priority Projects and Key Performance Indicators
Analyzes key business processes, operational activities, roles, and responsibilities, and identifies and implements efficiency improvements.
Develops strategic plans, priorities and strategies, as well as key performance indicators for a more perfect OSP.
Tracks and displays through written and visual means the health of the organization and its priorities through the development, management and stewardship of key performance indicators.
Develops and tracks employee performance metrics to workforce efficiency and effectiveness.
Administrative Responsibilities
Manages special projects and other assigned tasks within established timeframes in a positive and professional manner.
Ensures budgetary matters are adequately accounted for and future needs are anticipated and planned.
Develops presentations and talking points to ensure the CPO is prepared for briefings, meetings, and other necessitated activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, contract management, or closely related field.
Master's Degree or Juris Doctor Degree preferred.
Eight (8) + years of progressively responsible work experience in contract management and procurement services.
Five (5) + years of senior or executive-level management experience.
Experience in state government (public) procurement and contracting.
Demonstrated success in improving procurement systems and policies.
Experience in analyzing business operations and workflows, and creating efficiencies and improved operations.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for interacting with executive and senior leadership, agency management, staff, and government officials.
Experience creating and implementing policies and procedures to guide processes that are efficient and appropriate to the tasks and goals involved.
Benefits:
The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:
Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify
Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
Paid holidays
Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
Employee & employer contributory pension plan
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STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should e-mail a resume and cover letter to dgs.resumes@maryland.gov -
include "Deputy Chief Procurement Officer" in the subject line of the e-mail.
For questions, call our HR Office at 410-767-4985.
For more information about DGS, please visit: https://dgs.maryland.gov/.