Chief of Sustainability

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!  

 

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) is looking to hire a talented and experienced professional to serve as our Chief of Sustainability within the Office of Energy and Sustainability (OE&S). This position reports directly to the Director of Energy and Sustainability.  The office is responsible for ensuring that State operations minimize energy costs, enhance sustainability and support the State’s climate goals.  OE&S plays a key role in organizing, coordinating and managing State operations towards a sustainable future.  

Specifically, OE&S is responsible for the following functions:

• Purchases electricity, including renewable power, for all State agencies.

• Oversees the State’s Energy Performance Contracting program and manages the State Energy Database.

• Chairs the Maryland Green Purchasing Committee.

• Installs electric vehicle charging infrastructure for the State fleet.

• Performs energy audits and develops decarbonization plans for State facilities.

The Chief of Sustainability will oversee the work product of the fleet Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program, as well as the statewide Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Program and the Green Purchasing program, managing and directing the staff of these programs. The position may also be assigned the management of new programs and staff as programs develop in the future. 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in either a technical or scientific field of study with an emphasis on sustainability, or a related field.  Master’s degree is preferred.

• Ten (10) years of experience working in project management in a data program, construction management, or other technical discipline.

• Experience managing professional staff and program budgeting.

• Ability to communicate effectively with and present to executives, staff, a variety of customers, and vendor representatives.

• Experience with Maryland State procurement processes and laws.

• PMP certification or other sustainability professional certifications from accredited institutions.

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