SOCIO-ECONOMIC PREFERENCE PROGRAM COMPLIANCE MANAGER (Program Manager I)

Introduction

\r\nThe Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team!�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThis is a Management Service position which serves at the pleasure of the Appointing�Authority (“at-will”).�\r\n\r\n�\r\n\r\n

GRADE

STD 0019\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

Office of State Procurement\r\n301 West Preston Street\r\nBaltimore, MD 21201\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The Socio-Economic Preference Program Compliance Manager is responsible for leading the Department of General Services (DGS) efforts to effectively implement and manage the Maryland State Finance and Procurement Annotated Code and the Code of Maryland Regulations, ensuring compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements pertaining to the Small Business Reserve (SBR), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), and Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) programs.�\r\n\r\n\r\nThis individual will serve as the subject matter expert for all agency goal-setting initiatives, playing a pivotal role in the strategic oversight of the process and workflow both within DGS and across other executive agencies. Key responsibilities include managing the Procurement Review Group (PRG) team as well as the process flow, developing and implementing standard operating procedures for market research, and ensuring the proper training of stakeholders across agencies.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

\r\nDuties for this position include but�are not limited\r\nto:�\r\n● Lead\r\nand manage comprehensive market research to explore opportunities for setting\r\nsupplier diversity goals in Maryland state procurements. Assess current\r\npractices, identify barriers, and pinpoint areas for implementing diversity\r\ngoals. Develop race-neutral strategies to enhance participation of Minority\r\nBusiness Enterprises (MBEs), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VSBEs), and Small\r\nBusiness Reserve (SBR) firms.�\r\n\r\n\r\n● Develop\r\nand lead training programs for DGS OSP and executive agencies to support\r\nsupplier diversity and race-neutral initiatives. Conduct educational sessions\r\non MBE and VSBE goals, guide Procurement Review Groups on applying diversity\r\nstandards, and maintain training resources to promote best practices in\r\nsupplier diversity.�\r\n\r\n\r\n● Collaborate\r\nwith state agencies, contractors, business groups, and minority organizations\r\nto promote supplier diversity. Serve as a liaison between executive agencies\r\nand the Department of General Services to ensure consistent implementation of\r\nthe Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) program. Participate in inter-agency\r\nmeetings to monitor and support diversity goals in procurement and contracts.�\r\n\r\n\r\n● Track\r\nand analyze Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation in state\r\nprocurements, identify gaps, and suggest improvements. Create reports and\r\ndashboards showing MBE, VSBE, and SBR participation, trends, and effectiveness\r\nof race-neutral strategies. Ensure all contracts over $200,000 comply with MBE\r\nrequirements and are reviewed by Procurement Review Groups.�\r\n\r\n\r\n● Continuously\r\nassess and enhance the supplier diversity program by incorporating feedback,\r\nresearch, and adapting to evolving state and federal regulations, while staying\r\ninformed on best practices, legal requirements, and emerging trends in supplier\r\ndiversity and procurement.\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�\r\n● Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in\r\nPublic Administration, Business Administration, Law, Procurement, Economics, or\r\na related field.�\r\n● Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Public Procurement\r\nOfficer - CPPO, or Maryland-specific procurement training).�\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience:�\r\n● Expertise\r\nin market research and developing strategic supplier diversity initiatives.�\r\n● Strong\r\nskills in policy implementation, compliance auditing, and performance\r\nmonitoring.�\r\n● Analytical\r\nability to assess procurement practices and support diversity goal setting.�\r\n● Experience\r\ndelivering training, workshops, and presentations to diverse stakeholders.�\r\n● Skilled\r\nin developing performance dashboards and generating reports for\r\ndecision-making.�\r\n● Proven\r\ncollaboration with state agencies, contractors, business associations, and\r\nminority business groups.�\r\n●�Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and\r\nprocurement/contract management software.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nStrong preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding all qualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tMaster’s degree in business administration, Public Policy, Law, or a related field.\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tProfessional certifications such as CPPB, CPPO, or Supplier Diversity Certification preferred.\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tExperience developing and executing race-neutral strategies to increase small and minority business participation.\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tStrong expertise in government contract compliance, risk management, dispute resolution, and procurement regulations.\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tProven ability to interpret and apply legal statutes related to procurement and socio-economic preference programs.\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tExperience with legislative policy review, procurement program development, and managing or participating in Procurement Review Groups (PRGs).\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tExcellent communication skills for liaising with state agencies, vendors, and advocacy groups to promote transparency and collaboration.\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tSkilled in promoting supplier diversity through strategic partnerships.\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tStrong analytical, research, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.\r\n\r\n\r\n●\tAbility to identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.� Please include all experience and education that is related to this position.� All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered.� Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.\r\n\r\n\r\nNote that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position.� You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.\r\n\r\n\r\nPlease note that selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.\r\n\r\n\r\nYou must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.\r\n

BENEFITS

\r\nThe State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:\r\n- Tuition reimbursement, if funding is available, for those who qualify\r\n- Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions\r\n- Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis\r\n- Generous paid leave that increases with years of service\r\n- Paid holidays\r\n- Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs\r\n- Employee & employer contributory pension plan��\r\n\r\n\r\nClick on the link below for more information.\r\nSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\nInterested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to dgs.resumes@maryland.gov, including “Socio-Economic Preference Program Compliance Manager” in the subject line.\r\n\r\n\r\nFor questions, call our HR Office at 410-767-4985.\r\nFor more information about DGS, please visit: https://dgs.maryland.gov/.\r\n\r\n\r\nDGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer\r\n