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Capps Plumbing and Sewer, Inc. · 1 day ago

Director II (DIR-A Procurements Director)

WP Clements (313-00001)300 W 15TH ST STE 1300

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$10,000/mo - $10,841.25/mo

8+ years exp

Capps Plumbing and Sewer, Inc. is a technology agency that offers secure and cost-effective technology solutions for government entities in Texas. The Director II will provide advanced managerial oversight in strategic operations and planning, directing procurement staff and managing contracts for internal agency services and products.

CommercialCustomer ServiceProperty ManagementResidential

No H1B

Responsibilities

Directs program activities for the DIR-A Procurement department; assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of department staff; includes conducting timely performance evaluations

Coordinates major procurements and contract management on behalf of the Chief Procurement Office for internal agency services, products and equipment

Develops and implements techniques for evaluating program activities and identifies the need for change or improvement of program areas

Develops and establishes goals and objectives consistent with the agency’s strategic plan

Reviews guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; and monitors compliance

Ensures compliance with current procurement and contracting policies, regulations, and procedures

Plans, develops, and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and directs evaluation activities

Represents the agency at business meetings, hearings, legislative sessions, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees

Reviews and approves management, productivity, and financial reports and studies

Reviews results of special investigations, internal audits, research studies, forecasts, and modeling exercises to provide direction and guidance

Reviews and analyzes legislation related to contracting

Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Procurement managementContract negotiationStrategic planningTeam leadershipInformation technology contractsCertified Texas Contract ManagerCertified Texas Procurement ManagerAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTime managementInterpersonal skills

Required

Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in business, information technology or a related field

Eight (8) years of experience in developing and implementing procurement/contract management-related processes, participating in, and developing solicitations, managing procurement projects, interacting with business units and legal counsel, and conducting vendor discussions; includes post-award contracting activities including monitoring vendor performance for contract compliance

Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience leading, supervising or managing staff activities

Experience in the oversight and direction of statewide strategic information technology contracts

Certification as a Certified Texas Procurement Manager (CTPM) must be obtained within one-year (1) of employment if not already certified, unless otherwise approved by supervisor

Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) must be obtained within one-year (1) of employment if not already certified, unless otherwise approved by supervisor

In-depth knowledge of State of Texas procurement laws, regulations, rules, policies, and procedures

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program areas; and of the principles and practices of public administration and management

Knowledge of negotiation strategies and techniques, of contract administration and cost monitoring for large scope or high-dollar contracts; of systems and procedures used to evaluate a third-party vendor's performance; and of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of federal or state funds

Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy

Demonstrated ability to work on concurrent tasks while effectively prioritizing and coordinating work assignments

Ability to direct and organize program activities; to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to prepare reports

Ability to effectively lead and manage a team; includes motivating team members, driving individual and team productivity, providing guidance and direction, setting clear expectations, having difficult conversations, and making difficult decisions

Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions and handling confidential information

Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of others

Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts and devise solutions to procurement challenges

Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups; to make effective presentations in formal and informal settings

Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships at all organizational levels, including agency management, direct supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers

Ability to understand, follow and convey brief oral and/or written instructions

Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to support and contribute to a cohesive team environment

Ability to work under pressure and exacting schedules to complete assigned tasks

Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines

Ability to comply with all agency policy and applicable laws

Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards

Ability to maintain the security and integrity of any critical infrastructure researched, worked on, or accessed for work purposes

Proficiency in the use of a computer and applicable software necessary to perform work assignments e.g., word processing, spreadsheets (Microsoft Office preferred)

Regular and punctual attendance at the workplace

Criminal background check

Preferred

In-depth experience in and knowledge of information technology contract management and negotiations and its application in the public sector

Experience in IT contract development, evaluation, and management

Experience in performing IT related complex contract negotiations

Experience in developing IT requests for proposals (RFPs)

Experience in IT contract management/negotiations for all customer segments, e.g., state agencies, universities, counties, cities, and independent school districts

Experience working in a for-profit or cost recovery operation

Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) certification

Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certification