AGENCY PROCUREMENT ASSOCIATE I

GRADE

ASTD9\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Cecil County Health Department, Elkton, MD\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This position is an intermediate-level procurement position within the Division of Administrative Services. The main purpose of this position is to serve as the Agency Purchasing Agent and support the procurement of supplies, materials, equipment, and services necessary for agency operations.\r\nThis position will assist the Procurement Supervisor with the preparation, development, processing, and administration of solicitations, purchase orders, and contracts. These responsibilities include obtaining bids or price quotes from vendors; reviewing and evaluating responses for compliance, competitive pricing, and best value; processing approved purchases; tracking procurement activity; and reconciling purchasing records and State credit card transactions.\r\nThese duties support the agency's mission by ensuring that programs and divisions receive necessary goods and services in a timely, cost-effective, and legally compliant manner, enabling the agency to provide effective services to its customers and the public.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:� �Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. \r\nExperience: One year of experience performing work involving the preparation, assembly, and processing of procurement related documents necessary in developing procurement contracts. \r\nNote:�\r\n1. Candidates may substitute education at an accredited college or university for the required experience at a rate of thirty credit hours for a year of experience. \r\n2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in Contracting and Industrial Management classifications or specialty codes in the Procurement field of work at a rate of one year of military experience for the required experience. \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate should possess:\r\n\r\n\r\n Experience obtaining and comparing product information, vendor�quotations, prices, or service options.\r\n Experience preparing or processing requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, contracts, or similar business documents.\r\n Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with staff, vendors, and members of the public.\r\n Demonstrated ability to learn and apply State and local purchasing policies, procedures, and applicable procurement requirements.\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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 operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�\r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.�Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nCandidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to 410-333-5689.�Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.�\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n