Job Description
Salary: $73,523.00 - $132,614.00 Annually
Location : Riverdale, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: R03646
Department: Human Resources and Mgt
Division: Corporate Policy Mgmt Services
Opening Date: 03/04/2025
Closing Date: 3/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), a six-time National Recreation and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner, is currently seeking a highly motivated, customer service-oriented team player to serve as a
Supplier Diversity and Inclusion Specialist within the Department of Human Resources and Management (DHRM). Under the direction of the Supplier Diversity and Inclusion Chief, the successful candidate will be a detail-oriented, self-motivated change agent who drives operational excellence. The Office of Supplier Diversity and Inclusion (SDI) is committed to growing local small businesses and promoting economic growth in the communities in which we live and work. We operate with the purpose and intention to serve diverse and emerging companies. This highly visible position in a fast-paced environment will provide an exciting career opportunity for the successful candidate.
Examples of Important Duties - Supplier Identification and Outreach:
- Conduct market research to identify potential small/locally owned and/or diverse suppliers across various categories.
- Utilize supplier diversity databases and certification programs to find eligible vendors.
- Reach out to small/locally owned and/or diverse potential suppliers through networking, outreach events, and direct communication.
- Certification and Compliance:
- Review and verify supplier certifications related to the status of businesses as being small and locally owned.
- Review and verify supplier certifications related to minority, women, veteran, and disability ownership.
- Manage the supplier certification process, including data collection, verification, and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements regarding supplier diversity.
- Spend Analysis and Reporting:
- Track and analyze supplier spending data to identify opportunities to increase diverse supplier engagement.
- Generate reports on supplier diversity metrics, including spend breakdown by diverse supplier categories.
- Present findings to key stakeholders to demonstrate progress towards diversity goals.
- Collaboration with Procurement Teams:
- Work closely with procurement teams to integrate supplier diversity considerations into sourcing strategies.
- Provide support to procurement teams in identifying and evaluating diverse suppliers during the bidding process.
- Training and Development:
- Conduct training sessions for internal stakeholders on supplier diversity policies and best practices.
- Develop and implement supplier diversity awareness programs for potential vendors.
Desired Skills: - Proven experience in supplier diversity programs, including vendor outreach and certification processes
- Strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify trends in supplier diversity
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations regarding supplier diversity
- Proficiency in data management tools and reporting software.
Minimum Qualifications 1. Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Public Policy, History, Political Science, Psychology or any related field.
2. Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience that includes substantive work in the range of duties and responsibilities in this class specification.
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total 8 years.
Supplemental Information Class Specification : Corporate Management Analyst III -1145
May be subject to medical, drug, and alcohol testing. Additional Requirement: Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of their position.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT: The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs
- Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) - Plan E excludes FOP members.
Plan Employee Contribution Plan C 9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)
Plan E 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.
- Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC 457 plan (Optional)
- Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.
- Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan - (15%)
- UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) - (20%)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) - (20%)
- Prescription - CVS Caremark - (15%)
- Dental - Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO - (20%)
- Vision - EyeMed - (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
- Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)
- Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution: $3,200
- Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $5,000
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)
- Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)
- Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
- Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
- Supplemental - 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
- Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)
- Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
- Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
- Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
Leave Programs
- Annual: 15 days per year
- Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
- Sick: 15 days per year
- Holidays: 11 days per year
Other Benefits
- Credit Union
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Legal Services Plan
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Work-Life Program
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at or .
Job Tags
Holiday work, Part time, Bank staff, Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours,