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Director of Operations, Office of Real Estate

PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR III

Recruitment #23-005484-0012

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team!

GRADE

25

LOCATION OF POSITION

This position is available with the Department of General Services’ Office of Real Estate (ORE), located at 300 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. 

Main Purpose of Job

This position will provide executive-level leadership and oversight for the DGS Office of Real Estate. ORE directly provides real estate support services to State agencies, including managing a commercial lease portfolio comprising 6 million square feet of office space. This position oversees project completion and ensures that Department priorities and goals are met.

Duties for this position include, but are not limited to: 

• Provide senior leadership, oversight, and internal administration for all staff within ORE to ensure all projects in various real estate functional areas move forward and goals are met.
• Ensure that all units provide timely service to client agencies and ensure that COMAR and State Finance and Procurement requirements are adhered to in all procurement processes and real estate transactions. 
• Ensure that coordination and communication between internal ORE units and external DGS divisions is optimal for project success.
• Oversee the equitable assignment of space in DGS owned and managed facilities totaling approximately 5 million square feet of office space. Ensure MOU’s are in place for all tenants occupying State-owned facilities.
• Oversee high-profile capital acquisition projects and politically sensitive disposal projects, ensuring all State Finance & Procurement requirements are met.
• Oversee the compliance inspection program for approximately 350 leased facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: At least five (5) years of professional experience as a senior-level manager of commercial or government real estate operations, to include experience in lease management, construction management, and land acquisition and disposal, with at least two (2) years of experience developing strategic plans and standard operating procedures.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting and working with executive level leadership team, agency management, staff, landlords, property owners, and brokers.

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please include all experience and education that is related to this position.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date willnot be considered.
Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position.  You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.
Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired. You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

BENEFITS

The State offers a generous benefits package that includes:
- Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify. 
- Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions.
- Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis. 
- Generous paid leave that increases with years of service.
- Paid holidays.
- Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs. 
- Employee & employer contributory pension plan.   

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STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should e-mail a resume and cover letter to: dgs.resumes@maryland.gov. Include “Director of Operations, ORE” in the subject line of the e-mail.
For questions, call our HR Office at 410-767-4985.
For more information about DGS, please visit: www.dgs.maryland.gov. 
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 candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.




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