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PROGRAM MANAGER III

Recruitment #24-005478-0033

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Introduction

The mission of the Office of Facilities Management and Development (OFMD) is to ensure adequate physical capacity and high-quality facilities to meet the needs of the Maryland​Department of Health (MDH) and its customers and to ensure that MDH real property assets are efficiently used. This mission is accomplished by providing planning, problem-solving, and competent administrative support capabilities to our customers. Our highest priority is the provision of timely and responsive service to all customers.

GRADE

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Office of Facilities Management & Development, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position within the Maryland Depart of Health (MDH) Office of Facilities Management and Development (OFMD) is responsible for the management of the MDH capital grant programs and real property portfolio. The incumbent in the position directs and administers the MDH Sponsored Capital Improvement grant programs and manages all MDH property assets. This position also serves as an administrator and special assistant to OFMD leadership including managing, directing, overseeing, and administration of special assigned projects. The incumbent serves as the primary POC to the Department of General Services Office of Real Estate (DGS ORE) for all MDH Real Property initiatives including the acquisition and disposition of property, leasing of property, lease compliance, tenant relocation and tenant fit-out projects. The incumbent serves as the legislative liaison for OFMD and may be assigned special projects from the Office of the Secretary and the Deputy Secretary of Operations.

POSITION DUTIES

  • Directs and coordinates all activities of the Capital Bond Grant Programs and the Real Property Program (programs) of MDH OFMD;
  • Establishes the overall policies and procedures for the programs, oversees implementation, administration and approves revisions;
  • Oversees and manages the personnel and financial resources of the programs;
  • Develops short and long-range plans for the operations and resources of the programs;
  • Determines organizational structure and staffing needs of the programs;
  • Oversees development and training of programs’ staff;
  • Plan, coordinates, supervises and evaluates the work of programs’ staff;
  • Represents the department in a liaison capacity with managers and officials of other agencies and outside stakeholders;
  • May promote the programs through contacts with interested groups and general public;
  • Oversees and manages special projects to support the operations and initiatives of MDH OFMD;
  • May represent the department at the Board of Public Works (BPW), before Federal, State and local officials, legislative committees and executives of other agencies concerning programs’ activities;
  • Performs other related duties to promote the work of the Department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, 3 years of professional experience, and at least 1 years of supervisory or managerial experience.

Additional professional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree at the rates of 1 year of experience for 30 credit hours.  A master's degree will substitute for 2 years of professional experience.  Possession of a JD will substitute for all experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates should possess the following:

  • Juris Doctorate preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Strong ability to build and maintain relationships across a range of stakeholders
  • Good analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously
  • Professional administrative, time and task management capacity
  • Highly motivated and independent, yet team-oriented
  • Proficiency with reading and understanding codes, rules, laws and regulations with a background in policy and regulation development and administration
  • Experience managing the development of binding legal documents including Lease Agreements, Memorandums of Understanding, Rights of Entry, Requests for Proposals, Services Solicitations
  • Real Property Experience
  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing time demands and multiple projects in varying stages of development
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, develop systems-based solutions, strong organizational skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative decision-making processes, including the development of approval timelines, facilitating and leading project meetings, consensus building, and willingness to make recommendations and execute directives.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.  A cover letter and resume must accompany your application.  The cover letter and resume must be uploaded together in one file under the resume section of the application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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