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Chief of Lease Management & Procurement

State Of Maryland

Job Location:

Baltimore, MD - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 106087 - 167304

Posted: 4 September 2026 (13 days ago)

Application Deadline: 2 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supportsState and local government agencies as well as local non-profit organizationsand the citizens of Maryland by providing facilities management real estateand surplus property services as well as security and law enforcement forState buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilitiesengineering design and construction services almost $1 billion in annualcontract administration and overseeing the State procurement process. Here atDGS we truly Do Great Service Consider joining our team!

This is a Management Service position which serves at thepleasure of the Appointing Authority (at-will).

GRADE

LOCATION OF POSITION

DGS Office of Real Estate

300 W. Preston Street

Baltimore MD 21201

This position is eligible for a hybrid workschedule.

Main Purpose of Job

The Department of General Services (DGS) Office of Real Estate is recruiting a motivated and customer-orientedleader to manage the Lease Management and Procurement unit. This is a hands-on managerial position withresponsibility for directing the operations of the Lease Management and Procurement unit within the Office of RealEstate. With the assigned staff the Chief is responsible for procuring new and renewal leases for commercial intergovernmentaloffice storage and warehouse and parking requirements; handling revenue leases; and managing a team of agency relationshipmanagers/procurement officers commercial lease brokers and a deputy chief. This includes strategic planningfinancial analysis site location and evaluation strategic plan implementation and transaction management. Theposition reviews and approves all negotiation offers to be made by procurement officers and broker staff andreviews procurement officer determinations. This includes oversight for the state-wide commercial lease portfolioconsisting of 335 leases occupying 6.1 million square feet of space at an annual cost of $134 million.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties to include but not limited to:

Oversees real estate procurement: Reviews and analyzes real estate procurement requests to make sure they follow Maryland State laws regulations policies and procedures. Identifies problems recommends corrections and approves procurements within delegated authority including items going to the Board of Public Works (BPW).

Advises and supports agencies: Guides procurement officers and State agencies on proper procurement methods and requirements. Participates in pre-bid meetings evaluation committees procurement discussions and staff training.

Manages and supervises staff: Directly supervises four Agency Relationship Managers/CMPOs and five real estate broker staff. Assigns work reviews performance provides training and ensures work is completed accurately and on time.

Oversees leases and contracts: Ensures existing leases renewals modifications and contract requirements are properly managed and followed. Helps resolve lease or contract compliance issues and defaults.

Develops policies and procedures: Helps create and implement new or revised statewide real estate procurement policies procedures guidelines standards and best practices.

Supports legal and audit matters: Works with the Attorney Generals Office on protests disputes pre-litigation matters and settlements. Provides documentation and expert support for audits and represents the Office of Real Estate during reviews by the Office of Legislative Audits.

Handles complex procurements: Leads or assists with high-level and complicated real estate projects including strategic relocations emergency procurements intergovernmental transactions and other major State real estate needs.

Handles public and vendor inquiries: Responds to Public Information Act requests vendor questions debriefings and procurement award issues. Develops procurement agreements that meet State requirements while supporting business needs.

Manages the Broker Services Contract: Oversees the team of five real estate brokers and ensures they provide services according to the States contract. Assigns lease negotiations monitors contractor performance resolves contract issues and ensures staffing requirements are met.

Monitors MBE and rebate requirements: Ensures the broker contractor meets the 30% MBE goal and collects required rebate fees. These rebates can generate approximately $1$3 million annually for the State.

Oversees broker contract renewals and re-solicitation: Works with the Office of State Procurement on the broker services contract every five years and renewal options every three years. Serves as the commercial real estate and broker-services subject matter expert on evaluation committees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in finance real estate businessmanagement or a related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience as a Director Manager Administrator or comparable qualifiedprofessional involving the acquisition negotiation and management of leased space to include experience in teammanagement and leadership. This experience must include at least two (2) years of previous supervisoryexperience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants whopossess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear andspecific information on your application regarding all qualifications.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge of the commercial lease acquisition process.

Contract negotiation experience and an understanding of project financing.

Conflict resolution skills.

Paralegal certification or experience in drafting and interpreting lease documentation.

Demonstrated experience writing documents reports and graphic representations that communicate importantinformation from observations evaluations or analysis to explain or advance organizational objectives.

Demonstrated ability to communicate and work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and theability to build consensus.

Working knowledge of State Procurement Law related to the acquisition and construction of leased space.

SELECTION PROCESS

It is importantthat you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please include all experience and educationthat is related to this position. Allinformation concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closingdate; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Credit is given for relevant part-timetemporary 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 forany position requiring a college degree or college credit you will be requiredto submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position. You may submit your transcript as part of theapplication process.

Please noteselected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a Stateand Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.

You must be legallyauthorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to behired in the position for which you apply.

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

- Tuition reimbursement if funding is available 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