Dot Procurement Officer Ii

Maryland Transit Administration Dot Procurement Officer II

Are you seeking a job where your work is rewarding and provides excellent benefits? The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) invites you to apply today to be considered for a position that provides customer service to the citizens of Maryland every day. The MTA is one of the largest transit systems in the United States and is seeking dynamic and energetic individuals to join the MTA team.

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) Office of Procurement is currently recruiting for the DOT Procurement Officer II. The role of the DOT Procurement Officer II is an integral part of MTA's business goals and initiatives, as this position is the journey level of professional procurement and contract management work. DOT Procurement Officer II manages multifaceted, complex procurements including Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Proposal (RFP), sole source, intergovernmental cooperative purchasing agreements, emergency procurements, etc.

These procurements are performed to support MTA capital programs and operational goals by procuring transportation related equipment, services, construction materials/services, supplies, and information technology equipment/services for all forms of public Transit. The procurement responsibility involves soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, and awarding contracts in compliance with governmental procurement laws/regulations/conditions. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions and receive general supervision from a Procurement Manager I or another designated administrator/manager.

The current vacancy is located in Baltimore City, Maryland.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

Two (2) 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:
1. Candidates may substitute professional contract management or procurement experience on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. 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 Professional Public Buyer from the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (National Institute of Governmental Purchasing, Inc. or National Association of State Procurement Officials) for the required education.
3. 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.
4. 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.

Employees should adhere to all safety rules, policies, regulations, and personal protective equipment requirements to support a safe and healthy working environment. Employees may attend and participate in safety meetings and should report hazards, unsafe acts, near misses, injuries, and accidents immediately to the Office of Safety and supervision. To support a safe and healthy work environment, employees must refrain from willful violations of safety rules and procedures, reckless and negligent behavior, involvement in criminal activities, and the misuse of drugs or alcohol.

Failure to adhere to this requirement may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. May only perform work for which they have the appropriate safety training.

To apply:

You must complete a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) employment application (Form DTS-1) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. It is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience in detail and addressing the specific requirements shown above. 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 experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for within MDOT, one of the Transportation Business Units, or the Authority.

Applications must be completed and submitted online by registering at . Please make sure you meet the minimum and selective qualifications and follow the instructions on MDOT's Online Employment Center website. Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks. Applicants who…