Procurement Specialist II - Department of Finance

Baltimore City; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 79,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Life insurance

AD&D

FSA

Job summary

Baltimore City is seeking a Procurement Specialist II to review, analyze, and develop highly complex procurement contracts for technology and services across City agencies. You may lead procurement staff and work within a structured team, ensuring compliance with public procurement rules.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3 years of procurement experience (or equivalents) and may favor CPPB certification or advanced degrees. A rigorous selection process and background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of procurement theories, laws and policies.
• Experience in procurement planning and contract administration with complex RFPs/IFBs/RFQs.
• Equivalency path: master’s degree plus 2 years or JD plus 1 year.
• CPPB designation and 5 years of relevant public procurement experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop highly complex procurement contracts for City agencies.
• Lead professional and para-professional procurement staff as assigned; work under supervision.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Negotiation ability

Contract analysis

Writing contracts

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree or JD (preferred)

CPPB designation

Job description

SALARY RANGE:

$78,588.00 - $125,740.00 Annually

GET TO KNOW US

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

CLASS DEFINITION

A Procurement Specialist II reviews, analyzes and develops highly complex procurement contracts for the procurement of specialized services and technology for City agencies. Work of this class may involve leading professional and paraprofessional procurement employees but does not involve full supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Employees receive minimum to moderate supervision from a Procurement Manager. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office setting where there is no exposure to environmental hazards. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

_ On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must: _

Education: Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

AND

Experience: Have three (3) years of procurement experience including procurement planning and solicitation preparation, contract development, negotiation, and contract administration, with emphasis in utilizing complex Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Information (RFI), and Request for Quote (RFQs).

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have a master’s degree from an accredited college or university; and two (2) years of procurement experience including procurement planning and solicitation preparation, contract development, negotiation, and contract administration, with an emphasis in utilizing complex RFP’s IFB’s, RFI’s, and RFQs.

OR

Juris Doctor from an accredited school of law; and one (1) year of procurement experience to include but not limited to procurement planning and solicitation preparation, contract development, negotiation, and contract administration, with emphasis in utilizing complex RFPs, IFBs, RFIs, and RFQs.

OR

CPPB designation and 5 years of experience within the previous 10 years. A minimum of 50% of the required years of experience must be in government or public sector.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES:

Employees in this classification must take and pass the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPCC) test for certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) within three (3) years of hiring; failure to pass the test for certification is grounds for dismissal.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE:**

Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of theories, principles and practices of public procurement.
• Knowledge of procurement laws, regulations and policies.
• Knowledge of English usage, grammar and writing techniques.
• Skill in negotiating commodity, technology and service specifications and contracts.
• Skill in writing specialized and complex commodity, technology and service specifications and contracts.
• Skill in investigating and resolving complex disputes between City agencies and vendors concerning the provision of specialized technology and services.
• Ability to assign, review and correct the work of others.
• Ability to analyze complex and highly technical technology, equipment, service and supply requests.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and contractors, City agency personnel, associates, and the general public.
• Ability to locate sources of supply and to obtain competitive bids.
• Ability to maintain records and write reports.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month’s probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

NOTE: Employees in this classification must maintain the above certification as a condition of employment; failure to maintain certification is grounds for dismissal.

Those eligible who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Financial Disclosure

_ This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. _ The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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