JUNE DWYER
Davidsonville,MD
Summary
Experienced Deputy Director eager to modernize function and advance key agendas. Offering over six years of leadership experience at various levels. Skilled problem-solver, planner and collaborator with a relentless work ethic.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Director of Operational Services
Maryland Department of the Environment
02.2019 - Current
- Responsibilities of the Operational Services Administration include: Human Resources, Procurement and Contract Management, Fiscal Services, Facilities and Operational Management, and Central Services (Fleet, Mail)
- Partners with the Director of Operational Services in the daily operations of the Department necessary to fulfill the mission of the Secretary of the Department of the Environment
- Manages a staff of approximately 50
- Strives to find efficiency and implement improvements to ensure smooth operations
- Drafts new policies and procedures, updates current policies and procedures as applicable
- Reviews proposed legislation for the Department and assists with determining fiscal impact
- Ensures compliance with federal and state policies and procedures
- Collaborates with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Conducts procurements as necessary, drafts specifications with technical team and recommends award of a contract
- Provides guidance and advice to procurement team
- Provides oversight and guidance to Department Business Liaison for Small, Minority and Veteran-owned businesses to meet statewide business goals and provide opportunities for businesses to obtain state contracts.
- Consults with legal counsel to address legal issues, contract review and governing instruments.
Branch Chief Administrative Services/Procurement
Maryland State Department of Education
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Negotiated and finalized vendor contracts to optimize pricing structures and delivery schedules
- Elicited stakeholder feedback and input through interviews and meetings
- Complied with federal, state and company policies, procedures and regulations
- Managed procurement process and served as primary liaison between client and multiple internal groups to ensure clarity of goals and quality and adherence to deadlines
- Communicated with customers, employees and other individuals to answer questions and explain information
- Delegated work to employees based on workload, individual strengths and unique training
- Developed and implemented contract log to monitor termination dates and ensure contracts remain active or option exercises are completed timely
- Negotiated change orders and claims for out-of-scope work
- Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management
- Identified staff vacancies and recruited, interviewed and selected applicants
- Reviewed and approved time sheets for processing by payroll department
- Worked with state clients and stakeholders to shape procurements and identify opportunities for value added services
- Regularly evaluated employee performance, provided feedback and assisted, coached and disciplined staff as needed.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficiency, timely resolution of issues, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
Procurement Specialist Supervisor
Maryland State Department of Education
03.2015 - 07.2017
- Applied well-developed communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills to build effective working relationships with vendors and partners
- Entered order details into the system and input updates accordingly using the State Financial Management System
- Determined project schedules and maintained timeline with proactive adjustments to workflow
- Mentored junior procurement team members, sharing expertise and fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Facilitated transparent bidding processes for supplier selection, ensuring fairness and adherence to established guidelines.
- Collaborated with support personnel to affect satisfactory and timely solutions to diverse issues
- Identified new vendors by conducting adequate research
- Prepared departmental contracts for attorney approval
- Complied with federal, state and company policies, procedures and regulations
- Managed solicitations throughout the process utilizing various procurement methods as appropriate, including pre and post award of contracts.
Procurement Specialist/Minority Business Liaison
Maryland State Department of Education
06.2011 - 03.2015
- Attended conferences and trade association meetings to represent Agency
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
- Uncovered issues and developed solutions to address and alleviate them
- Handled client inquiries with exceptional professionalism and enthusiasm
- Identified new opportunities for growth for small and minority businesses
- Compiled and submitted monthly and annual reports
- Collaborated with other departments to develop effective business strategies
- Produced reports detailing compliance findings and recommendations for improvements
- Delivered prompt, accurate and excellent customer service
- Developed quarterly newsletter for Minority Businesses to provide information on obtaining State contracts.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations during the procurement process to minimize risks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Design And Merchandising
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Program Oversight
- Process Updates
- Organizational Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Contract Management
- Problem Solving
Certification
- Certified Public Manager, 06/01/23, University of Baltimore, Shaefer Center for Public Policy
- Certified Maryland Procurement Officer, 07/01/22, Department of General Services, State of Maryland
Activities
- Alumni Ambassador, Drexel University
- Volunteer, American Cancer Society Relay For Life - Social Media/Marketing
Timeline
Deputy Director of Operational Services
Maryland Department of the Environment
02.2019 - Current
Branch Chief Administrative Services/Procurement
Maryland State Department of Education
07.2017 - 02.2019
Procurement Specialist Supervisor
Maryland State Department of Education
03.2015 - 07.2017
Procurement Specialist/Minority Business Liaison
Maryland State Department of Education
06.2011 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Design And Merchandising
Drexel University
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