Contract Management Specialist

Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. About the Position This full-performance professional role manages moderately complex procurement work, maintaining and administering agency procurement portfolios. The incumbent implements procurement services, arranges work sequences, obtains data, selects appropriate methods, and resolves problems efficiently with departments, vendors, and suppliers. Professional knowledge of procurement methods, principles, and practices is required. The position involves public service assistance, vendor training, and coordination under the authority of the County Purchasing Agent. Responsibilities Review scopes of work, budgets, and vendor submissions to ensure alignment with County requirements before routing for approval. Coordinate directly with program staff, vendors and subcontractors to clarify contract terms, resolve discrepancies, and address concerns raised by program staff. Assist Program Administrators with drafting amendments, MOUs, and Administrative Orders to support changing program needs. Monitor all outstanding contracts with the Office of Law, Risk Management, and Office of Procurement Services, following up with agencies to prevent delays. Maintain the division’s agreement tracker, providing weekly status updates to leadership and preparing reports for executive review. Ensure all contractual documents are uploaded accurately into SPEED and requisitions entered correctly in Ariba for timely processing. Provide daily guidance to staff on required forms, contract types, deadlines, and procedural steps to ensure consistent compliance across divisions. Support onboarding and training for new Health Department employees on the contractual process, including forms, workflows, and approval protocols. Escalate unresolved or complex contractual issues to the Contracts and Procurement Manager and Administrative Compliance Chief for internal decision-making. Serve as the primary point of contact for County attorneys regarding legal questions tied to contractual language or vendor compliance. Assist procurement with tracking term contracts and coordinate with Program Administrators to ensure timely renewals. About the Agency The Prince George's County Health Department (PGCHD) works to protect and support public health through services such as restaurant inspections, disease tracking, care coordination, and health promotion. The department is composed of four divisions: Behavioral Health Services, Environmental Health and Disease Control, Family Health Services, and Health and Wellness, supported by the Office of Administration, Office of Human Resources, and the Office of the Health Officer. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Retailing and Distribution, or related field. Two (2) years of professional purchasing experience. Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or equivalent certification from accredited institution/agency (Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO)). Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered. Conditions of Employment Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency. Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties. Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings. Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prince George's County, MD Government