Introduction
To apply, please submit your resume to Pamela Gregory at pamela.
gregory@maryland.
gov by 12/4/23 at 11:59PM ET.
The subject line should read: (YOUR NAME – Position Title.
)
GRADE
18
LOCATION OF POSITION
100 Community Place - Crownsville MD
POSITION DUTIES
The Governor’s Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs is seeking a qualified, experienced professional to implement and manage the data collection for assigned state agencies reporting on Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) procurement program participation.
Collect and analyze agency MBE data; recommend strategies for improving agency MBE compliance.
This position provides program policy support and advice to agency personnel, the Special Secretary and MBE compliance and procurement staff at state agencies.
Responsibilities include supporting agency personnel in implementing MBE program best practices; facilitating MBE training and compliance- related meetings; recommending strategies to improve agency MBE compliance; assist in training for internal and external stakeholders; and assist agency personnel in resolving MBE complaints.
Provide guidance and enforce regulations in all aspects related to MBE compliance matters.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university in public policy, public administration, economics, business, finance, or a related field or a graduate degree in law, public policy, or a related field.
Additional experience in administrative or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
Experience: Four years of experience in administrative or professional work.
Two years of this experience must have involved public procurement and/or Maryland legislative processes, statutes or good working knowledge of COMAR.
One year of experience must include ensuring compliance with State of Maryland regulations, reviewing procedures to ensure compliance, performing audits, resolving contract issues and preparing written reports.
One year of experience must include elements for finance and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program results.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Excellent writing and oral communication skills
Strong analytical abilities
Familiarity with standard computer programs
Ability to work independently, in teams and under pressure
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, please submit your resume to Pamela Gregory at pamela.
gregory@maryland.
gov by 12/4/23 at 11:59PM ET.
The subject line should read: (YOUR NAME – Position Title.
)
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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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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