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Procurement Specialist II - Department of Finance

Company: Baltimore City
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: November 19, 2023

Job Description:

Procurement Specialist II - Department of Finance page is loaded Procurement Specialist II - Department of Finance Apply locations 7 E Redwood St time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R0004924 OPENING DATE: -11/17/23CLOSING DATE: -12/2/23SALARY: $ 72,624 - $116,198 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.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.CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK: -Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to this position identified as positions of trust will be required to authorize the release of and successfully complete a Fingerprint check.PROBATION: -All persons, including current City employees, selected from this -position will be on probation for 6 months. CLASS DESCRIPTION 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.
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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. SELECTION PROCESS All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their application will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The license, 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 the position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION 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 -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
- NOTES (EQUIVALENCIES): Have a master's degree from an accredited college or university; two 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.
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Have a -juris -doctor from an accredited school of law; and one 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 five years of experience within the previous ten years. A minimum of 50% of the required years of experience must be in government or public sector. LICENSES, -REGISTRATIONS, AND CERTIFICATIONS: - 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 years of hiring and maintain certification. 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. EXAMINATION PROCESS Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the 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.
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    Those eligible who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Ayomide Arodoye, Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at Ayomide.Arodoye@baltimorecity.gov 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. - BALTIMORE CITY AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER About Us 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!Questions regarding the application process should be directed to the Department of Human Resources Office of Recruitment at -(410) 396-3860, 711 (TTY), 7 E. Redwood Street, 16th -Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 or -send an email to Recruitment
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