CHIEF, LAND ACQUISITION AND DISPOSAL

TO APPLY PLEASE REFER TO "FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS" SECTION BELOW.

Office of Real Estate

300 West Preston Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

This position plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs the operations of the Land Acquisition and Disposal unit. The activities of the Acquisition and Disposal unit include, but are not limited to, State-wide purchases, disposals, easements, right of ways, transfers, gifts, exchanges, relocations, and condemnations of real property for all State agencies, with the exception of the State Highway Administration and USM property.  The position requires advanced knowledge and interpretation in title and appraisal review, zoning, tax and topography issues, surveys, contract terms and conditions, and Real Property Statutes under Maryland Law, and Maryland State Procurement Regulations.  The position combines knowledge and skill to understand, negotiate and complete complex real estate and project financing transactions and oversees the implementation of such ventures.

In addition, the position must carry out the duties and responsibilities of managing various real estate and real estate-related projects initiated by the Department on behalf of its client agencies. These projects include strategic plan implementation, real estate development, and transaction management.

Duties for this position include but are not limited to:

Senior Leadership:

• Supporting the Assistant Secretary in various capacities, including attending meetings, budget oversight, and legislative review.
• Acting as a designated representative for the Smart Growth Sub-Cabinet and overseeing the Clearinghouse review process.

Legislative Affairs:

• Reviewing and analyzing existing and proposed legislation affecting real property.
• Making recommendations to the Assistant Secretary on legislative matters.
• Preparing fiscal notes and responding to inquiries from state officials.

Review and Approval:

• Reviewing and approving various real estate-related documents, including Board of Public Works items, contracts, easements, agreements, relocation claims, RFPs, and expense statements.

External Relations:

• Responding to inquiries from the public, businesses, and local officials.
• Representing the Office of Real Estate in meetings with other state agencies, local governments, and private entities.

Management and Supervision:

• Supervising a team of professionals and overseeing the daily operations of the unit.
• Managing various real estate projects, including strategic planning, site location, and transaction management.
• Prioritizing tasks, assigning work, and monitoring project timelines.
• Coordinating with the Attorney General's Office and overseeing the Maryland Agricultural Land Foundation Program.
• Conducting staff meetings, providing training, and developing policies and procedures.
• Participating in negotiations, compiling statistical data, and preparing reports.
• Providing technical assistance to state agencies, local governments, and the private sector.
• Managing personnel matters, including approving time sheets, leave requests, and coordinating vacation schedules.
• Making decisions on promotions, disciplinary actions, and hiring new employees.

Education:  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.   

Experience:  Five (5) years of experience managing real estate acquisition and disposal projects for a governmental entity to include experience in team management and leadership. This experience must include at least two (2) years of previous supervisory experience.

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.  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.

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 

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STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should e-mail a resume and cover letter to dgs.resumes@maryland.gov – include “Chief, Land Acquisition & Disposal” 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: https://dgs.maryland.gov/. 
DGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer