This is a Political Special Appointment Position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority ("at-will").To apply, see the Further Instructions section below.

GRADE

24

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore State Office Complex
301 W. Preston Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

(Frequent travel to Annapolis and throughout the State)

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking to hire a talented and experienced Chief of Staff. This position will primarily provide high-level support to the DGS Secretary by conducting research, providing information, and coordinating across all divisions within the agency to advance special projects and strategic priorities. This position will also travel with the DGS Secretary to various other Maryland locations to attend meetings with stakeholders and complete comprehensive projects.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties include but are not limited to:
• Serve as a principal advisor to the Secretary by coordinating cross-functional initiatives, developing implementation strategies, and providing recommendations on agency priorities and organizational objectives.
• Manage and coordinate special projects identified by the Office of the Secretary and executive staff. Manage multiple projects simultaneously and track and meet deadlines.
• Review and edit Department correspondence and documents on behalf of the Secretary.
• Analyze policy issues and draft comprehensive memos for an executive audience, to include the DGS Secretary and the Office of the Governor.
• Meet with executives and DGS staff to coordinate and create project plans and provide regular updates to the DGS Secretary.
• Represent the Secretary at internal and external meetings, workgroups, and interagency discussions, ensuring appropriate follow-up and execution of assigned action items.
• Coordinate with staff to follow up and resolve constituent issues raised to the Secretary.
• Provide executive staffing and advance support for the Secretary at meetings, events, public engagements, and official functions, coordinating logistics and briefing materials in partnership with the Office of External Affairs.
• Liaise with various entities, including the Maryland General Assembly, the Governor's Office, elected officials, and local governments, on priority issues and projects.
• Foster collaboration across the Department to ensure alignment with the Secretary's strategic priorities, improve organizational effectiveness, and facilitate timely decision-making.
• Develop and implement systems to track executive priorities, monitor performance, and ensure accountability for agency commitments and strategic initiatives.
• Perform other duties and special assignments as directed by the Secretary.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Possession of an advanced degree in Business Administration/Management, Public Administration, Political Science, or related field. Juris Doctorate (JD) is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and managing high-priority projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.
• Significant experience serving in a Chief of Staff, executive leadership, senior advisor, or comparable role supporting a Cabinet Secretary, elected official, senior executive, or other high-level government official.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and developing policy recommendations, executive briefings, correspondence, and strategic communications for executive leadership.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and strategic planning skills, with the ability to anticipate issues, identify solutions, and drive successful outcomes.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare executive-level correspondence, reports, speeches, and presentations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and customer service skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and work effectively across diverse organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with executive leadership, elected officials, agency partners, stakeholders, and the public.
• Knowledge of Maryland State government operations, the legislative process, executive branch functions, and intergovernmental relations is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple competing responsibilities while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and responsiveness under tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle highly sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

SELECTION PROCESS

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.

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.

BENEFITS

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

- Tuition reimbursement, if funding is available, for those who qualify
- 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

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Interested applicants should e-mail a resume and cover letter to [email protected] - include "Chief of Staff" 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/.