Procurement Specialist I — Remote/Telework Eligible

Calvert County Government; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave 15 days

Annual leave 10 days

Personal leave 5 days

Paid holidays 13

Election year holidays 14

Defined contribution plan

457(b)

Deferred compensation

Medical, dental, vision

FSA

Tuition reimbursement 80%

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Calvert County Government is seeking a Procurement professional to perform specialized procurement and complex administrative work for the Procurement Office. The role develops ITBs and RFPs, handles RFQs, and coordinates with internal departments and vendors to ensure compliant, cost-effective acquisitions.

You will manage bid openings, perform due diligence, respond to FOIA requests, and provide guidance on using Workday procurement tools.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in business administration or related field including or supplemented by courses and experience in federal, state and local procurement laws and regulations.
• Three years of progressively responsible procurement experience.
• National Institute of Government Purchasing certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develops ITBs and RFPs for $30,000+ including invitation, specs and conditions.
• Prepares RFQs and RFPs with specifications and procurement requirements.
• Maintains procurement website and bid specifications with end-user input.
• Conduces bid openings, analyzes submittals for responsiveness and responsibility.
• Awards informal bids and prepares amendments for legal review.
• Responds to FOIA requests and provides procurement guidance.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Administrative procedures

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in business administration

Tools

Workday procurement system

Job description

Calvert County Government is seeking a Procurement professional to perform specialized procurement and complex administrative work for the Procurement Office. The role develops ITBs and RFPs, handles RFQs, and coordinates with internal departments and vendors to ensure compliant, cost-effective acquisitions.

You will manage bid openings, perform due diligence, respond to FOIA requests, and provide guidance on using Workday procurement tools.