DOT PROCUREMENT OFFICER II

Maryland Department of Transportation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 69,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Department of Transportation is seeking a DOT Procurement Officer II to manage procurement functions within the State Highway Administration. The role involves overseeing contract management, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing technical guidance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in procurement. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Health Benefits

401k

Pension Plan

Free Transit

Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in contract management or procurement.
• Experience in soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, and awarding contracts.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for procurement of commodities and services.
• Provides technical guidance for agency procurement functions.
• Ensures compliance with procurement laws and regulations.

Skills

Contract Management

Procurement

Negotiation

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Salary: $69,323.00 - $112,044.00 Annually

Location: Baltimore City

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 4882-SHA-15-04-SP-11/24

Department: State Highway Administration

Opening Date: 04/29/2025

Closing Date: 05/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

(OPEN RECRUITMENT)
State Highway Administration
DOT Procurement Officer II

Grade 18 [phone]

"Previous Candidates Need Not Reapply"

YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

THE RECONSIDERATION PERIOD FOR THIS RECRUITMENT IS THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS

RECRUITMENT: The State Highway Administration's (SHA) Office of Procurement and Contract Management is recruiting for a DOT Procurement Officer II in Baltimore City. This position is open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications listed below. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies in this classification.

Nature of Work: The DOT Procurement Officer II will be in the Procurement Support and Services Division (PSSD) and report to the Section Chief in whichever section the person is assigned. This position is responsible for the procurement of commodities, fixed assets, maintenance and professional services, construction-related services, supplies, hotel accommodations, special events, and other needs through a competitive or negotiated procurement process.

This position provides technical guidance and assistance for the agency procurement function to all levels across SHA Districts, offices, and maintenance shops statewide. This individual applies established standards for small procurement contracts, examines, and evaluates procurement documents, and assists with delivering procurement training. The DOT Procurement Officer will assist the section chief in conducting emergency procurements; review and recommend updates to procurement standards, policies, and procedures.

This position must develop and maintain proficiency in the state's procurement and contract approval processes and in using the state's Financial Management Information System (FMIS) to process and approve new procurements, invoice payments, change orders, etc.

This position must ensure compliance with the State Finance and Procurement Article of the Maryland Annotated Code; the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR), Title 21; Board of Public Works advisories; policies set by the State's control authorities, particularly the Department of General Services Office of State Procurement (DGS) and The Secretary's Office (MDOT TSO); and MDOT SHA's internal policies and procedures.

MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide

The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named Training Magazine's Training APEX Awards for the sixth consecutive year.

Qualifications

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

• Candidates may substitute professional contract management or procurement experience on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
• Candidates may substitute certification as a Certified Purchasing Manager from the Institute for Supply Management/National Association of Purchasing Management; Certified Professional Contracts Manager from the National Contract Management Association; Certified Public Procurement Officer or Certified Public Buyer from the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (NIGP or NASPO) for the required education.
• 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.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Contracting, Industrial Management or logistics specialist classifications or administrative support specialty codes in the procurement or financial management fields of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Licenses & Certifications

Candidates must possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Maryland.

Additional Information

TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the online application. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part-time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other relevant experience.

If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position and the duration.

The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k, pension plan, free transit, and education opportunities.

Note: The SHA is not sponsoring new employees for H-1B visas at this time due to budget constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.