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DGS Property Officer

Administrator II

Recruitment #23-002587-0086

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

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

DGS Inventory Standards and Support Services Division 
301 W. Preston St. 
Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to manage and track DGS’s physical inventory. This position will be responsible for the management of over 6,000 fixed assets valued at over $10 million, which includes, the disposition of excess/surplus DGS assets, as well as, managing the disposal of assets in accordance with DGS Internal Inventory Procedures and the Statewide Inventory Control Manual.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties for this position include but are not limited to:

 Oversee and maintain computerized database of fixed assets valued at over $10 million.
Coordinate physical inventories with agency Accountable Officers/alternates. Maintain a
liaison list with over 50+ Unit Accountable Officers/alternates to instruct on inventory
procedures.
 Coordinate and initiate action to take physical inventories of personal property.
 Reconcile physical inventories to perpetual inventory records.
 Ensure accurate inventories by test counting a reasonable number of items. Report missing
and stolen property.
• Maintain the DGS Control Account, which is a very crucial requirement
for the reconciliation and management of DGS assets.
 Reconcile inventory records to control accounts.
 Review internal disposal of excess property for compliance with the Statewide Inventory
Control Manual.
• Create online auction templates for DGS Property.
• Conduct site visits/screen property.
• Compile and submit the Annual Insurance Survey to the Treasurer’s Office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is preferred.
• Experience maintaining inventory records and the disposal of assets is highly desired.
• Ability to get results using oral and written communications skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel.

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

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 will not be considered.  Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.

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.

The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.  Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED.  The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be extended.  The list will be used by the hiring authority to select employees for interviews.  Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.

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 of Maryland 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 

Click on the link below for more information.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact tiara.massey1@maryland.gov or call 410-767-4987 with questions about this recruitment.  The on-line application process is STRONGLY preferred. Apply online at www.dgs.maryland.gov – click on Employment on the left side of the screen. If you are unable to submit your application online, please send your paper application to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD  21201 by the closing date and time. 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 candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. 




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