Chief of Operations​/Property Manager - Grounds

Regular

Schedule:

34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in Property Management, Office of Budget and Finance.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan. All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses
, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Under general direction, plans, directs, and controls the activities and staff responsible for the Property Management Grounds unit, which is responsible for renovations and the repair, maintenance, and operation of all County-owned or operated buildings and facilities assigned to this unit.

• Directs supervision and management of the Grounds Unit, including inspections, playgrounds, maintenance specialists, supervisors, and administrative personnel.
• Performs managerial administrative, human resources and other duties related to the planning and analysis of agency programs, policies, and operational procedures.
• Develops and implements the Capital Matrix budget for building equipment.
• Provides guidance and direction regarding proper operating procedures and compliance with County policies and procedures.
• Providesdirectioninemployeematterstoincludeevaluation,counselinganddiscipline, hiring, and termination.
• Providesdirectioninprocurementpractices.
• Monitorsproductivityandworkflowofemployeesandensuresadherencetoestablisheddeadlinesandmaintenanceschedulesforfacilities,equipmentandsystems.
• Usesfacilitymanagementsoftwaretoscheduleandtrackworkorders.
• Conductsperformanceevaluationsandadministerscounselinganddisciplineaswarranted.
• Coordinatestheworkoftheirprogramswiththeworkofotherswithinandoutsidetheagency.
• Oversees the work of outside contractors.
• Conductsstaffmeetingsandemploymentinterviews.
• Represents Property Management at  meetingsandoncommitteeswithother County agencies,outside agencies, andthe general public as required.
• Servesas an aide to Property Management's Assistant County Property Manager and provides advice, consultation,and guidance regarding program operations.
• Prepareswrittenrecommendationsand reports and advises on the status of their programs' projects and activities.
• Participates inthedevelopmentandformulationofthecapitalimprovementplanandtheannualbudget.
• Preparesandmonitorsfiscalandotherreportsforthedivision head.
• Responds to emergencies both during or after normal business hours.
• Provides prompt and current updates to the Chief of Property Management and stakeholders as directed

• Performs special assignments requested by division managers.
• Performs other related duties as required.

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NOTE:

The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Possession of at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration, or a related field.

Or

at least six years of experience in property management, grounds or building management, construction management, grounds inspections, four years of which were in a supervisory capacity. Experience related to Recreation and Parks services is preferred.

Qualifying education beyond a bachelor ' s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

• Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, equipment and materials used in the maintenance and upkeep of various types of grounds and landscaping.
• Thorough knowledge of current office practices, procedures and systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision.
• Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in…