Contracts Administrator jobs in Maryland

Introduction

When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than one million Marylanders each year.�We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.� We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind.� � �

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services� Social Services Administration� Contracts and Monitoring Unit� 311 West Saratoga Street� Baltimore, MD 21201�

Main Purpose of Job

The primary purpose of this position is to secure and manage contracts for children in need of residential, treatment, and nonresidential foster care services. This position secures contracts for out-of-home placements and supportive services for children in need of foster care services. In addition, this position oversees all contract management activities designed to strengthen achievement of performance outcomes and assure that the deliverables are met with the Contractors in Maryland and other jurisdictions. This position supports the mission of the agency by securing and monitoring contracts with vendors that provide placement and supportive services that are designed to protect the vulnerable children of the State of Maryland.

POSITION DUTIES

Plans, organizes, and secures purchase of care contracts for residential, treatment, and nonresidential foster care services; Meets with private providers regarding potential contracts; Prepares timelines for solicitations, new contracts, and renewal of contracts for purchase of foster care contracts.� Manages purchase of care contracts for residential, treatment, and nonresidential foster care services; Provides consultation to local department staff regarding residential foster care and treatment foster care contracts; Consults with private providers, administrators, and appropriate staff regarding the implementation of administrative policies and processes for contracts.� Directs and coordinates administrative work to support the interpretation and applications of laws, policies, procedures, and regulations for the contract and procurement process; Assists in the development of COMAR revisions relating to residential foster care and treatment foster care facilities; Serves on committees to develop and evaluate bids/proposals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) 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: Five years of administrative staff or professional work. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience. 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience. 3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience. 4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications. One year of experience using computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel)�and/or Google Workspace (Docs and Sheets). One year of experience preparing and completing documents according to established timelines. Six months of experience acting as a liaison between internal and external parties. One year of experience in a human service program.

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.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

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.�CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:�STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS. 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. Positions may be eligible for telework.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, First Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201, or email�trelia.gunter@maryland.gov.� All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.� � If 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.� Do not submit unsolicited documentation. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. � We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.