Assistant Secretary, OFFICE OF REAL Estate; Executive VII

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! This is an Executive Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority (“at-will”).

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DGS Office of Real Estate

300 W. Preston Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) is looking to hire a talented and experienced senior leader to fill an opening on our executive leadership team. The Assistant Secretary for DGS’ Office of Real Estate (ORE) will play a pivotal role in providing executive-level leadership and oversight for the Office of Real Estate. ORE provides real estate support services to state government, including managing a commercial lease portfolio comprising 6 million square feet of space.

The Office of Real Estate provides comprehensive real estate services to state government, overseeing lease management and procurement, space planning and utilization, lease construction and compliance, land acquisition and disposal, valuation and appraisal, and state-owned portfolio management. The Assistant Secretary provides strategic oversight and administration over all ORE units, supported by the ORE Director of Operations.

The Assistant Secretary’s role involves developing and implementing comprehensive management strategies, ensuring optimal performance across the division, and maintaining the highest standards of service delivery to State agencies and customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement long-term strategic plans for the Office of Real Estate.
• Set goals and objectives aligned with DGS’ mission, vision, and values.
• Lead the development and execution of policies and procedures to enhance operations.
• Provide strategic advice and professional assistance and recommendations on agency-wide issues to the DGS Office of the Secretary that enhance the development and implementation of DGS’ overall mission and goals.
• Review legislation, executive orders, and public policies related to real estate, and provide recommendations to the Secretary of DGS.

Team Leadership:

• Provide leadership and direction to the ORE staff.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes professional growth and development.
• Provide guidance and leadership to ORE managers and staff. Prepare performance appraisals and mediate and address disciplinary issues, and ensure vacant positions are filled in a timely manner. Provide leadership and training opportunities for growth and development of staff.
• Direct and oversee personnel-related activities with DGS’ Office of Human Resources, including the approval of human resource plans or activities, and the selection and hiring of managers or other staff within ORE.

Financial Management:

• Responsible for oversight and implementation of ORE’s fiscal year budget for all subprograms, as well as budget requests for the new fiscal year.
• Monitor and control expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the subject matter expert and executive-level point of contact for matters related to the Office of Real Estate. Interact and consult with government officials,…