State of Maryland · 17 hours ago
DGS Supplier Diversity Program Supervisor Program Manager IV
Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies by providing facilities management and procurement services. They are seeking a Supplier Diversity Program Supervisor to oversee compliance tracking and provide guidance on Small Business Reserve, Minority Business Enterprise, and Veteran-owned Small Business Enterprise programs.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supervises the Compliance Unit staff in monitoring and tracking contracts for monthly compliance reporting. Maintains a working relationship with MBEs and VSBEs to ensure prime contractor is meeting contractual obligations and requirements with identified subcontractors
Utilizes the State’s Advanced Purchasing and Inventory System (ADPICS) portion of the Financial Management Information System (FMIS) and eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) to complete Blanket Purchase Order (BPO) entries and follow up with monthly data/payment entries to monitor achievements
Assists with issues of MBE and VSBE non-compliance regarding State laws, regulations, policies, or procedures and provides guidance regarding required corrective actions
Supervises the Compliance Unit staff in the training of Procurement Officers on reading and interpreting the overall content and information provided in required bid/proposal submissions to ensure State procurement statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures are met and to make proper determinations
Advises Procurement Officers and Managers on questionable content to confirm documentation is acceptable and meets procurement requirements or if errors or omissions are curable
Reviews waiver requests to confirm bidders/offerors made a good faith effort in trying to meet participation goals and advises Procurement Officers in making a determination
Provides training regarding SBR, MBE and VSBE compliance programs to DGS OSP staff, Executive Branch Agencies [Senior Procurement Advisory Group (SPAG) meetings], and vendors
Interfaces directly with senior leadership and other Executive Branch Agencies to provide expert advice on SBR, MBE and VSBE programs, policies and to report on the status of specific initiatives
Reviews and provides compliance reports to The Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs (GOSBA) or to other State Agencies as required by legislation. Reviews and approves monthly and annual statistical reports to ensure accuracy and sufficiency of data; and makes recommendations for opportunities to enhance participation from prime contractors
Special Projects as assigned by the Director of the Procurement Policy, Compliance and Reporting Bureau or other DGS OSP Senior Management – Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) or Deputy CPO
Qualification
Required
Must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply
Selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired
Preferred
Five (5) years of experience in procurement, contract compliance, or small business programs, including supervisory or leadership experience
Demonstrated knowledge of MBE, VSBE, and SBR programs, regulatory compliance, and reporting requirements
Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, procurement, or a related field
Experience conducting training and mentoring staff on procurement or small business compliance programs
Knowledge of Maryland State reporting systems (e.g., FMIS, eMMA) and procurement workflows
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify
Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
Paid holidays
Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
Employee & employer contributory pension plan
Company
State of Maryland
Maryland is on the path to becoming the best state in the nation.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Piercy
Senior Advisor for Program Innovation to the Chief Technology Officer State of Maryland, MDTHINK
Michele Thomas
Chief Technology Officer, State of Maryland
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