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Community Services Procurement Manager

State Of Maryland

Job Location:

Baltimore, MD - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 99442 - 156822

Posted: 1 October 2026 (Yesterday)

Application Deadline: 29 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

This Management Service position serves at theAppointing Authoritys pleasure.

A resume must accompany your application.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT DJS EMPLOYEESONLY.

GRADE

LOCATION OF POSITION

DJS Headquarters - Procurement Unit

Baltimore MD

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives creating safer communities and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role ofCommunity Services Procurement Manager (Procurement Manager I) so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

As the Community Services Procurement Manager you will lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of a procurement unit supporting the Department of Juvenile this position you will provide leadership across contract and procurement processes promote quality efficiency and productivity and help ensure procurements are conducted accurately consistently transparently and in compliance with COMAR Title 21 State Procurement Regulations. You will guide the development and execution of sound procurement practices help resolve complex procurement matters and serve as a resource to agency partners and procurement staff throughout the contracting process. You will also provide direct supervision training instruction direction and guidance to procurement staff fostering a collaborative environment where team members have the clarity support and tools they need to perform their work effectively. Through this work you will help strengthen procurement operations and support responsible stewardship of public resources in service of the Departments mission.

In this role you will have the opportunity to contribute in various ways including:

Ensuring Procurement Compliance and Providing Guidance Ensuring that State law COMAR Title 21 State procurement regulations directives advisories policies and procedures are followed throughout procurement activities; ensuring compliance with governmental procurement laws regulations and conditions; and issuing guidance and instruction to procurement officers department area directors superintendents managerial staff and other staff regarding appropriate procurement and contracting procedures and policies
Leading Complex Procurement Projects Working on strategically comprehensive Requests for Proposals noncompetitive negotiated procurement of human services master service agreements business process outsourcing (BPO) agreements and other high-level procurement projects
Supporting Proposal Evaluation Providing technical assistance to or participating on proposal evaluation committees to ensure appropriate evaluations and compliance with State of Maryland procurement policies and procedures
Evaluating Bids and Proposals Examining bids and proposals to determine responsiveness and acceptability and determining the basis for awards including evaluation criteria for Requests for Proposals and Requests for Bid documents
Developing Procurement Documents Generating procurement documents including Invitations for Bids (IFBs) Request for Proposal (RFP) written solicitations and related materials in a timely manner to obtain new services or maintain ongoing services
Preparing Board of Public Works Submissions Preparing clear and concise Board of Public Works (BPW) agenda documents for submission to designated control agencies and responding to questions regarding potential edits and changes
Facilitating Contract Kick-Off and Pre-Bid Meetings Managing Pre-Bid and Kick-Off meetings between DJS staff and contractors to review contract deliverables establish procedures answer inquiries and identify respective roles
Supporting Procurement Operations Performing other duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the procurement unit and the Department This position may offer a hybrid telework schedule with occasional statewide travel as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Ten (10) years of professional experience in government procurement and/or contract management including progressivelyresponsible experience with supervisory or managerial oversight of procurement and/or contract management activities.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate for thisposition may possess any of the following:

A Masters degree in a field related to procurement contract management logistics supply chain management business administration public administration finance or a closely related field
Experience using FMIS ADPICS eMMA or similar financial/procurement systems
Possession of a relevant professional certification including CPCM CPPO CPPB or another related procurement purchasing or contract management certification

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT DJS EMPLOYEES ONLY.

LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.

2. Employees in this classification who have not done so must obtain and possess certification as a Procurement Professional from the Maryland Department of General Services within one year of appointment.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your completed application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for one (1) year. The resulting certified eligible list from this recruitment may be used to fill similar positions of the same classification in this or other State agencies.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education training and/or experience as it relates to the positions requirements. Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S. you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service at the time of hire.

Please complete the supplemental questionnaire if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.

If you are a Veteran applying for this position please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However if you are unable to apply online you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail ensure each page includes your First and Last Name the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the posting) and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time or those with incorrect forms will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit

217 E. Redwood Street

Baltimore MD 21202

Attn: Recruitment# 26-

Fax number

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or .

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services Recruitment and Examination Unit at . Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.

As an equal-opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.

Required Experience:

Manager

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