Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE) Compliance Officer ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER III

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth. The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

GRADE

STD0015

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore City 6776 Reisterstown Road Baltimore, MD 21215 Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of this position will be to perform the analysis of goal request, contract compliance, and reporting duties for Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE) and Veterans Small Business Enterprise Program (VSBE) opportunities, and the Small Business Reserve Program (SBR), to include the tracking process. The position will perform the actual analysis and research for all programs to evaluate potential participation for small and minority business that falls under the program categories of certification.

POSITION DUTIES

The main purpose of this position is to analyze goal requests, contract compliance, and reporting duties for Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE) and Veterans Small Business Enterprise Program (VSBE) opportunities, as well as the Small Business Reserve Program (SBR), including tracking. The position performs analysis and research for all programs to evaluate potential participation for small and minority businesses that fall under the program certification categories. Disseminates documents, prepares and is the scribe for the Procurement Review Group (PRG) meetings. This position has no signatory authority. Receives documents after they have been signed by the Secretary and distributes the executed documents to Contract Managers and Procurement Officers. Minimum Qualifications Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying. Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: Three years of administrative staff or professional work. Notes Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to two years of the required experience. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university for the required experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Desired Or Preferred Qualifications One (1) year of experience supporting MBE Leadership with developing and implementing policies, procedures, and guidelines to facilitate effective and efficient department-wide socioeconomic programs, including Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Small Business Reserve (SBR), Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE), and/or Small Business Preference (SBP). Two (2) years of experience working with procurement officers, program managers, contractors, subcontractors, and/or certified MBE firms to secure service or supply contracts.

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. Benefits As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date) Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland