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Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission lists this Manager, Contracting Technical Representative opportunity in laurel, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Manager, Contracting Technical Representative
Functional Title Manager, Contracting Technical Representative
Recruitment Category Type
Recruitment Category Type Standard
Functional Category
Grade
Grade GS.16
FLSA Status
FLSA Status Exempt
Requisition Number
Requisition Number
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Level
Job Level Section Manager
Job Code
Job Code N/A
Job Description Summary
Organization Name
Organization Name Procurement
Reports to
Reports to Division Manager, Procurement
Full or Part Time
Full or Part Time Full Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or Temporary
Regular or Temporary Regular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm
Position Location
Position Location Laurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
The Manager, Contracting Technical Representative is responsible for ensuring the team possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to increase the effectiveness and best use of available procurement staff resources. This individual performs management analysis to ensure procurement organizational goals are met. The Manger, Contracting Technical Representative receives general policy direction from the Procurement Division Manager.
Essential Functions
Supervises the activities of the contracting technical representative team, including selecting, training, assigning, and evaluating work, coaching, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination
Assists contracting technical representatives in executing their individual training plans
Serves as facilitator of the procurement process to ensure smooth operation
Guides the contracting technical representative team to help the team become self-managing to achieve work objectives and goals
Assists team in the development of team-based work plans and team member career development plans
Assists with work associated with contract planning, monitoring and compliance
Interprets procurement policy, regulations, and program priorities to provide sound technical guidance and support to teams
Designs, coordinates, and conducts training of procurement staff, end-users, requestors, service providers, and vendors on procurement-related matters as well as procurement technology tools
Oversees presentation of contract packages and recommendations to senior approving authorities
Oversees and ensures the successful completion of service level agreements with customers
Maintains even distribution of work among teams by review, analysis and feedback of workload based on commodity spending patterns
Provides advice and assistance to teams
Reviews and analyzes team effectiveness
Oversees consultations with responsible program officials on operational needs and fiscal problems as required
Assesses contractor performance to identify any need for amendments to existing contracts
Coordinates with end-users to guarantee terms of contract are updated and in compliance with the law
Analyzes and interprets various regulations and requirements, including but not limited to, Sanitary District Laws and the Purchasing Manual; communicates statutory changes to teams to ensure compliance
Serves along with the operations and administration Leader in meetings to discuss problems, suggestions, and recommendations for improved work that impact commodity teams
Oversees coordination with Commission managers and staff to ensure effective and efficient processing of all contract actions and to ensure resolution of problems as required
Works with the office of supplier diversity & inclusion ( OSDI ) to support contract participation by SDI vendors and to resolve any SDI issues between the user departments and the SDI team
Trains staff, customers, and suppliers on procurement principles, practices, and techniques
Other Functions
Represents the procurement office in technical meetings
Maintains a thorough understanding of the requirements of all assigned contracts
Serves along with the procurement services manager to create a strategic plan for procurement and a good working relationship with user departments and suppliers
Handles special assignments and projects as necessary
May serve as a contracting technical rep on both formally advertised and negotiated contracts within delegated authority
Reads and reviews technical journals and consults with teams and outside organizations to keep abreast of technological advancements affecting procurement
Performs related duties as assigned
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Business casual work environment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of administrative practices of procurement processes, regulations, requirements, restrictions, and provisions of contract law, specifically concerning the public sector
General knowledge of contract law, accounting principles, and cost analysis techniques
Ability to write clear and concise reports, memoranda directives, and letters, and to develop comprehensive plans
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
Ability to manage operations and evaluate professional and administrative staff
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program managers, vendors, and clients
Ability to train, coach, and mentor paraprofessional and professional staff
Ability to resolve client complaints and concerns
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, construction management, information technology, public administration, or a related discipline
6+ years of progressively responsible experience in procurement and contract administration
OR
High School diploma or equivalent
10+ years of progressively responsible experience in logistics, finance, engineering, or project management
2+ years of contract administration experience
Additional Requirements
Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Preferences
Certified Professional in Supply Management ( CPSM )
Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity ( CPSD )
Certified Public Purchasing Officer ( CPPO )
Certified Public Purchasing Buyer ( CPPB )
Certified in Production and Inventory Management ( CPIM ), designation as a Federal Government Acquisition Professional certified to Level II, or equivalent
Background in public sector procurement
Historic orientation and focus toward providing quality and timely contract management and administration
Course work in negotiations, cost & price analysis, advanced contract management, and contract law
Coursework in contracting, negotiations, cost and price analysis, contract management and contract law
Supervisory experience
Salary $111,298 - $189,507
EEO Statement
WSSC Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
Reasonable Accommodations: WSSC Water provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require assistance or an accommodation during the application or hiring process should contact us at
Close Date
Close Date 10/20/2026
Open Until Filled No
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Eligible applicants will be reviewed for consideration after 10/21/26
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent? Yes
No
* Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status? Yes
No
Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran? Yes
No
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Worksite address
laurel, MD, 20724, US
Who can apply
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