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ADA Compliance Manager - Manager III, Grade MIII Montgomery County, MD Department of General Services Rockville, Maryland $77,453 - $141,566   The Department of General Services, ADA Compliance Office, is seeking a highly skilled professional who will manage Montgomery County Government's compliance with Title II of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) including the ADA Standards for Accessible Design and the Maryland Accessibility Code. The successful incumbent will also administer the County's Title II Grievance Policy, responding to and investigating Title II related complaints and formal grievances.   The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law that guarantees equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations and in government programs. The Department of General Services ADA Compliance Program assures that Montgomery County complies with Title II of the ADA by making planned, designed and sustainable buildings/facilities and County programs accessible to all individuals with disabilities and provides compliance services including employee training, technical assistance and complaint resolution.   DUTIES, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties will include but not be limited to: Reviewing County programs, policies, activities, services and facilities for ADA compliance and providing technical assistance and training to staff; Assisting staff in understanding and responding to requests from the public for the provision of auxiliary aids, services, and reasonable modification of policies and procedures to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in, and benefit from, County programs and services; Serving as an ex-officio member of the Commission on People with Disabilities and serves as Contract Administrator for contracts involving effective communication; Leading and managing the on-going implementation of the County's Project Civic Access (PCA) Settlement Agreement; Working with County departments, independent licensed architects and engineers, County contracted businesses, and other County programs to ensure compliance with the Title II ADA Standards for Accessible Design and the Maryland Accessibility Code; Developing timelines and consulting with budget staff to develop project cost estimates; Performing as the point of contact for all communication with the Department of Justice (DOJ). In this role, the incumbent will coordinate preparation of the County's required annual report to the DOJ, and will collaborate with County departments and outside agencies to assure compliance with access to programs and facilities; Working closely with the Office of the County Attorney (OCA) in addressing complaints, lawsuits and other related matters; Overseeing and managing the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) for ADA-related projects, which is closely tied to the DOJ Settlement agreement, ensuring implementation rates and compliance goals are met; and, As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.   Minimum Qualifications Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in developing and implementing compliance and accommodation programs in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Medical: Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a Medical History Review prior to appointment. We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits.   To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html and then Click “Search Jobs" and see the full job description under the “Managerial Executive" Job Category. Interested candidates must create an account in order to submit a resume.   The requisition number is IRC38787   This Recruitment closes August 27, 2019.   All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume.   Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “How to Apply” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage. EOE. M/F/H.

Chief Operating Officer (Manager I, Grade M1) Montgomery County, MD Department of General Services Rockville, Maryland $103,099 - $183,113   Montgomery County Government, Department of General Services (DGS), seeks a highly skilled and experienced individual with a solid executive level background to manage the day-to-day service operations of the Division of Facilities Management, Division of Fleet Management, County Print & Mail Services, Records Management and Archives, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance.   PROGRAM SUMMARY The Division of Facilities Management (DFM) delivers operational and mission critical services 24 hours a day seven days a week on behalf of County residents and Montgomery County Government. DFM manages over 400 County buildings, ensuring they are maintained at the highest level to provide a comfortable environment for employees and the public.  DFM consists of FacilitiesManagement, EngineeringServices, MaintenanceRepairs, BuildingRenovations and Inspection Services.  DFM is a customer-driven support organization responsible for providing facilities management services to all agencies and offices. We are committed to planning, developing and maintaining a safe, sustainable and high quality working environment for Montgomery County residents and employees.   The Division of Fleet Management is an integral part of the Department of General Services and provides all vehicle and transportation services for the Montgomery County, MD. With customer mobility as our theme, Fleet Management owns and operates one of the largest government vehicle fleets in the State of Maryland consisting of 3565 vehicles. These vehicles serve the transportation needs of five County business groups that represent 30 individual departments.    The Central Duplicating, Imaging, Archiving, & Mail Services program provides timely and efficient document management to County Government through: high-speed digital printing services; desktop and electronic publishing; high-speed color digital printing; full service bindery; large format and banner printing; digital imaging; and electronic and physical archiving of County records. The program administers and manages the countywide paper and copier contracts. A full-service mail operation processes all classes of incoming, interoffice, and outgoing mail to the U.S. Postal Service and County departments and agencies.   The Division of Central Services provides oversight and direction for the preparation and monitoring of the Operating and Capital Improvements Program (CIP) budgets for the Department; payment processing; and oversight of all personnel activities. The Division of Central Services also handles administration of the day-to-day operations of the Department including direct service delivery, training, and oversight of procurement and contract management for the Department. In addition, the Division exercises oversight and management for the County's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), increasing access to County facilities for residents and employees with disabilities.   DUTIES, ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Deputy Director, Chief Operating Officer, will provide substantial input and influence on policy to department directors, County Council, the County Executive, and the public. Regular contacts will include elected or appointed officials of the County government and more frequent contact with their staff as well as representatives and key staff of special interest groups, non-profits, local community and business officials, and Federal, State, and regional local government managers regarding matters relevant to the programs and services managed by the Department.   As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.  The individual selected for this position will be considered an Essential Employee. Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave.   Minimum Qualifications Experience:  Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in local and state government, procurement and contract administration, facility management, fleet management, four (4) years of which were in a supervisory or executive capacity, specifically executive level management and leadership, budget management, planning and administration, operations management, and policy administration. Note:  The term "executive" is further defined as a high echelon or high level position in an organization that is assigned technical research, management advisory services responsibilities, or policy-making duties and responsibilities that exert considerable influence on organizational policy, plans, and operations (e.g., County positions at Grade 30 or above).   Education:  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree.   Equivalency:  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Medical:  Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a Medical History Review prior to appointment.   We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits.   To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at  https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html and then Click  “Search Jobs" and see the full job description under the  “Managerial Executive" Job Category. Interested candidates must create an account in order to submit a resume.   The requisition number is IRC38407 This Recruitment will remain open until filled   All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume.   Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “How to Apply” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage. EOE. M/F/H.      

The Knowledge, Impact and Strategy department is hiring a Program Director to manage day-to-day operations of the growing Research & Analytics team. This person, reporting to and working closely with the Research Director, will drive expansion of the Opportunity360 program, help our internal and external partners become better users and consumers of data, lead development of our internal data infrastructure, and build visually engaging interactive and web-based data tools. The Program Director must have experience applying new technologies and data techniques to solve real world challenges in housing and community development, or related fields. They must have strong team leadership and communication skills, be excited about learning and problem-solving, and have a passion for social equity. The Program Director will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment where individual contributions to projects are valued and team members are encouraged to develop and practice new skills. In addition, Enterprise has a deep commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion as both a process and an outcome. Our goal is to become a model organization in demonstrating our commitment to all dimensions of diversity, equity and inclusion. We value the contributions and perspectives of all identities and cultures, representing diversity across race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio/economic status, religion, dis/ability, citizenship and age. We actively seek to increase the diversity of our workforce, which enhances our potential to realize our organizational mission and address the needs of the diverse communities we serve and support. Job Responsibilities Plan and lead development of new data products, tools and reports. Triage incoming data requests and manage staff assignments, in consultation with the Research Director. Champion the use of data and technology in Enterprise programs and support our partners in adopting data-driven approaches and solutions. Help plan for the long-term data infrastructure needs of KIS and coordinate with internal Enterprise teams. Manage third-party contractors, including digital service consultants and data providers. Coordinate closely with other KIS teams and ensure timely communication with internal and external partners. Mentor staff, cultivate team relationships, and coordinate opportunities for professional development. Respond to funding opportunities. Oversee KIS data quality assurance activities. Qualifications Educational background in a discipline that emphasizes analyzing and interpreting both quantitative and qualitative information. Knowledge of issues in community development and/or housing policy issues, urban economics, demographics and/or real estate development, as well as how new data and technology are transforming traditional practices. Experience managing technical staff. Familiarity with standard statistical methods and software (such as R, SAS, Stata), spatial analysis and mapping platforms (Tableau, ArcGIS, leaflet, mapbox, ArcGIS Online), and/or databases (SQL databases, Access).  Experience in two or more of these programs is required, others can be learned in the position . Experience visually representing data and overseeing the development and rollout of interactive data tools and reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience in writing proposals and translating data for non-technical audiences highly desirable.. Experience working with diverse, collaborative teams,   virtually or in-person . Ability to manage project budgets, sub-contractors, and resource tracking. Ability to scope, plan and execute complex initiatives. Excellent critical thinking and creative problem-solving. Ability to successfully work on multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously. Curiosity, desire for self-improvement, passion for social equity, and excitement about sharing new skills and knowledge.

Senior Financial Specialist, Grade 25 (Compliance Analyst) Montgomery County Employee Retirement Plans Rockville, Maryland $64,708.00 – $107,346.00 The position will be responsible for the accounting and compliance monitoring of the assets of the Montgomery County Employee Retirement Plans.  The duties include: accounting and reporting for the four retirement plan trust funds and the retiree health benefits trust; analyzing and research complex accounting/financial issues and prepare written/oral reports addressing issues related to the retirement plans; preparing work papers, schedules, exhibits and summaries to support audit findings; and evaluating the activities of the ERS investment managers to ensure compliance with guidelines and Board policies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Considerable (4 years) professional experience in a financial accounting, auditing or business administration field. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in business or public administration with a major in accounting, or a related field with a major in accounting; or graduation from a recognized school of accounting. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Medical Protocol & Background: Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete medical history review prior to appointment. A criminal background and credit history check will be conducted on the selected candidate prior to appointment and will be a significant factor in the hiring decision. PREFERRED CRITERIA: Resume must include information specific to the preferred criteria listed below. Make sure that your resume references your knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to the preferred criteria. Ideally, the preferred criteria should be addressed in a separate section in your resume.  The system only allows for one document to be submitted so your preferred criteria must be part of the resume. • A current and active CPA designation is preferred; • A Bachelor's Degree in Finance, economics or accounting is highly preferred; • Experience in pension accounting, administration, including regulatory and IRS reporting; and • Experience working with Oracle and/or Peoplesoft systems Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html click on the “Search Jobs" tab, and then on the Job Search link https://tinyurl.com/MCGJobSearch . Read the full job description under the “General Professional”  Job Category. Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply. The requisition number is IRC37447 This Recruitment will remain open until position is filled All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “How to Apply” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage. EOE. M/F/H.

Job Summary Enterprise is a proven and powerful nonprofit that improves communities and people’s lives by making well-designed homes affordable. The Knowledge, Impact and Strategy (KIS) department at Enterprise drives knowledge building at Enterprise and across the affordable housing industry, uses data to inform community development strategies, and demonstrates the impact of Enterprise’s work in communities across the country. As part of these efforts, Enterprise recently launched the  Opportunity360  platform – an innovative platform designed to provide actionable intelligence for community partners engaged in building inclusive, well-designed communities   The KIS team is seeking an Information Analyst who will help us demonstrate the impact of Enterprise and our partners through performance measurement, impact assessment and program evaluation using both quantitative and qualitative data sources. This includes support of Enterprise’s performance measurement efforts to track metrics against Enterprise’s organizational goals and demonstrate impact, as well as contributing to the design and implementation of program evaluations and impact assessments. The Information Analyst will engage with both internal and external stakeholders, contribute to project scoping and design, provide technical and advisory support on projects, and create reports and other deliverables.   The Information Analyst will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment where individual contributions to projects are valued and team members are encouraged to develop and practice new skills. In addition, Enterprise has a deep commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion as both a process and an outcome. Our goal is to become a model organization in demonstrating our commitment to all dimensions of diversity, equity and inclusion. We value the contributions and perspectives of all identities and cultures across race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio/economic status, religion, dis/ability, citizenship and age, for instance, and which represent our workforce and communities. We actively seek to increase the diversity of our workforce, which enhances our potential to realize our organizational mission and address the needs of the diverse communities we serve and support. Job Responsibilities Job Responsibilities for the   Information Analyst   include, but are not limited to: Advancing Enterprise’s performance measurement efforts by contributing to the development and implementation of performance metrics that enable Enterprise to measure progress towards our goals and demonstrate the impact of our work, including creating an annual report summarizing Enterprise’s results and the impact of our work. Analyzing and demonstrating the impact of Enterprise and our partners by taking a lead role in designing and implementing analyses that evaluate trends in neighborhood conditions and investigate the impact of project- and portfolio-level housing and community development investments. This includes development of reports and tools to communicate findings to a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Supporting Enterprise’s strategic efforts by helping to connect an outcomes-focused strategy to our performance measurement approach. Contributing to program evaluation efforts across Enterprise, including providing technical assistance and support in scoping, designing and executing program evaluations and impact assessments. Support efforts to share finding and best practices to build the evidence base and cross-sectoral support for our work. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience or a master’s degree with 2-3 years of relevant experience. Relevant areas of expertise include an emphasis in evaluation, organizational performance measurement, research methods, city planning, public policy, community development, affordable housing, public policy, government, or nonprofit management. Experience helping organizations understand impact using key performance indicators and outcome-based metrics. Ability to assist with scoping, data collection, analysis and interpretation of findings on research projects, impact assessments and program evaluations. Strong written and verbal communication skills required. Experience creating deliverables and written reports for a variety of audiences. Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects at once. Demonstrated interest in affordable housing and the impact that community development programs have on creating equitable and sustainable communities. Experience with community development programs or civic engagement is strongly desired. Previous experience supporting organizational diversity, equity and inclusion objectives is strongly desired. Must value working in a collaborative environment, and some experience working with virtual teams (colleagues across multiple offices) is desired. Demonstrated initiative, creative problem solving and willingness to develop new skills and knowledge. Strong experience in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, is required. It is helpful to have experience with or a desire to learn advanced statistical and analysis software (e.g. R, Tableau, Geographic Information Systems, etc.). Additional Information To apply, please provide a cover letter and resume, along with two relevant writing samples where you were the primary or sole contributor. 

THE POSITION Montgomery County is seeking to fill the Director for the Office of Human Resources. The position is appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Council. This position is accountable to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The Director of the Office of Human will be responsible for directing the operations of the Office Human Resources, integrating a broad range of human resources functions, covering such functions as, recruitment/staffing, equal employment opportunity, classification and compensation, health and wellness, training and organizational development and occupational medical services. The work of directing the human resources program is essential to the mission of the County Government and affects all employees and departments in the County government. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The candidate will have high expectations of himself/herself and other staff, pay attention to detail after understanding the big picture, and will take care of day-to-day issues before they are referred to the CAO. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic perspective, be able to see beyond the immediate pressures, stay focused on the important long-term objectives and have passion for public service and a strong commitment to effectiveness and efficiency of Government programs, processes and services. The ideal candidate will be ethical, approachable, trustworthy, apolitical and committed to excellence and delivery of meaningful results for tax payers in Montgomery County. S/he will communicate openly, honestly and collaboratively with a diverse group people, expertly promulgate and implement a long-term mission, vision and strategy and provide new ideas and innovation through change management processes that improve the efficiency and delivery of effective county programs and services. HIGHLIGHTED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience and knowledge of advanced principles and practices of human resources management; • Extensive knowledge of Federal, State and county law and regulations affecting personnel, equal employment, and benefits; • Knowledge of local government functions and organizations; • Demonstrated ability to negotiate agreements which accommodate conflicting interests and viewpoints of numerous groups and organizations; • Implements management policies and procedures and the provisions of the Personnel Regulations. • Build strong and successful strategic-partner relationships with inter-organizational and external stakeholders; • Effective team builder and collaborator; • Expert ability to work with diverse groups of people; • Courageous and motivating ability to supervise, train, evaluate and support professional, technical, and clerical staff; • Transformative ability to innovatively develop, implement and manage county policies, procedures, and processes. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE Master’s Degree in Personnel, Public Administration or related field, plus seven years demonstrated experience in human resource administration, with at least four years in a managerial or supervisory capacity which include responsibility for fund and budget administration, program planning, implementation and administration. An equivalent combination of education maybe substituted. APPLICATION PROCESS Montgomery County Government is committed to attracting and retaining a highly- skilled, quality, and diverse workforce. We want people who aspire to make a difference in our community. We offer quality compensation and a generous benefits package. Click here to learn more about our benefits. This position is considered open until filled. Candidates must submit a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and three professional references to ApplyOHR@montgomerycountymd.gov.

Program Manager I (Grade 23) Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection Rockville, Maryland   Salary Range: $58,958 - $97,655     The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water and land in a sustainable way while fostering smart growth, a thriving economy and healthy communities.   DEP is seeking a Program Manager I who will be part of the Office of Sustainability in DEP, assists in managing and implementing tree and forest programs and initiatives, particularly the Tree Montgomery program.   Duties will include, but are not limited to:   Implementing tree planting activities under the Tree Montgomery program by identifying potential participants in the program that own residential, commercial, and institutional property; meeting participants on-site to identify planting locations and select shade tree species; and providing follow-up assistance to program participants as needed.   Directing and monitoring activities of contractors planting and inspecting newly installed shade trees under the Tree Montgomery program.   Implementing and refining tracking processes to maintain up-to-date information on plantings and orders, collecting data and developing reports related to Tree Montgomery and other tree and forest programs, including information on shade tree plantings, mortality rates of newly planted trees, canopy goals, and other data necessary to evaluate the success of the County’s tree and forest programs.   Developing and implementing outreach and education strategies designed to inform the public about the County’s tree planting and conservation programs, including updates and revisions to program websites and written materials. Providing information during one-on-one meetings with residents and business owners on tree planting techniques, the care of young trees, species selection, and related activities.   Providing program support for tree related activities, including responding to inquiries from residents and businesses, preparing budget information, and supporting the Forest Conservation Advisory Committee.   In order to promote and implement tree and forest planting programs and generally increase the awareness by residents and businesses of tree conservation within Montgomery County, the ideal candidate should have a good understanding of and experience with urban trees and forests, tree planting, tree-save measures, canopy conservation, and the benefits of trees; as well as an understanding of state and local regulations related to trees and forests. Experience evaluating hazardous trees, as well as familiarity with social media and computer-based tools to communicate with participants in programs, are a plus. The ideal candidate must have the ability to work in a collaborative environment within a large organization with multiple priorities and have excellent oral and written communication skills. The ideal candidate must also be highly organized and detailed oriented, as well as an enthusiastic ambassador for the County’s tree programs.   Possession of a Maryland Tree Expert license or certification as an arborist by an accredited program is a plus.   This position REQUIRES POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE and the ability to drive a County vehicle to perform site visits in all areas of Montgomery County in order to evaluate properties for shade tree planting opportunities, inspect contractor plantings, and to perform work and attend meetings at locations outside the office.   The work involves physical effort such as occasional standing for or driving long periods of time, walking long distances over varying terrain, and occasional stooping, bending, and reaching. Additionally, working outside in most weather conditions is involved.   Weekend and/or evening work may be required, as needed and with advanced scheduling to meet with applicants who are unavailable during typical working hours to assist contractors during peak planting seasons.     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Experience: Considerable (3 years) of professional experience in tree planting, inspection or evaluation programs; landscaping; forestry; natural resources management; arboriculture; or tree nursery operations.   Education : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.   Equivalency : An equivalent combination of education or experience may be substituted.   License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence is required.     Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.   To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html click on the “Search Jobs" tab, and then on the Job Search link https://tinyurl.com/MCGJobSearch. Read the full job description under the “General Professional" Job Category. Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.   The requisition number is IRC36466   This Recruitment Closes March 28, 2019   All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume.   Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “How to Apply” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.   EOE. M/F/H.  

Program Manager I (Commercial Food Waste/Food Scraps Recycling) Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection Rockville, Maryland $58,958 - $97,655   The Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) mission is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County's air, water and land in a sustainable way while fostering smart growth, a thriving economy and healthy communities.  DEP's Division of Solid Waste Services is seeking a Program Manager I to plan, develop, and evaluate County strategies, programs, initiatives and activities to decrease generation of food that is wasted, and to increase recycling of food waste/food scraps generated in the commercial sector.    Duties include but are not limited to: Identify, test, evaluate and recommend new or revised programs, operations and processes, as well as policies to increase the amount of food waste/scraps recycled by the commercial sector in the County and maximize recycling in order to achieve recycling goals.Develop, recommend, and implement strategies, initiatives and activities to divert food waste/scraps from the waste stream, and ensure that they are recycled. Develop program plans to advance food waste/scraps recycling by the commercial sector, such plans to include the following: program and resource needs (short and long-term) to achieve recycling goals; risks and risk-management strategies to achieve program success; budget initiatives and proposals; metrics to assess effectiveness and success of activities; and stakeholder engagement, education/outreach, and management strategies.Prepare budget proposals required to support food waste/scraps recycling programs.  Develop annual budgets, to include capital, operating, and personnel requirements.  Ensure that recommendations are supported by justification and rationale. Coordinate approved program budgets, manage and oversee all expenditures. Develop recycling tonnage projections to indicate potential recycling increases corresponding to budgeted activities. Develop and perform evaluation and analysis of various technical food waste research studies, including waste generation analyses, waste composition studies, etc., to assess opportunities for new and expanded food waste/scraps reduction efforts and recycling programs targeting the commercial sector. Convene and lead meetings with relevant staff to ascertain input in the process of developing program initiatives, modifications, and during implementation. Develop and administer contracts, which may include preparing requests for proposals (RFP's), reviewing bids and proposals, contract preparation and processing, administration of funds, and oversight of contractor performance. Develop recommendations concerning modifying and/or proposing County regulations regarding food waste/scraps recycling, methods to increase food recycling, and conducive to implementing expanded food waste/scraps recycling initiatives, programs, and activities. Review proposed legislation, particularly at the State level for potential impact on current and planned facilities and initiatives to reduce food waste/scraps, reuse, and recycle food waste/scraps to identify compatibility and conflicts, evaluate and assess implications on County programs, operations, revenues, finances, and achievements in order to draft position recommendations and statement of fiscal impacts.   The employee will play a significant role in helping reach the County's current goal to reduce waste and recycle 70% by 2020.  Therefore, the employee may supervise or exercise direction over other subordinate employees in carrying out program activities, providing work guidance and instruction, as well as developing new approaches, methods and standardized operating procedures.  Employee will be REQUIRED to attend/participate in meetings and/or community events and activities which can occur during early morning, evening and weekend hours.  This position requires possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to conduct and attend meetings and presentations, perform work at locations outside the office, and participate in other work-related duties.   Applicants with experience planning, implementing and managing food waste/food scraps recycling programs are encouraged to apply.  Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.  If the candidate selected for this position possesses multilingual skills, he/she will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills. For Advanced proficiency, the candidate must also pass an examination requiring translating text from other language to English and vice versa.    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree. Experience :  Considerable three (3) years professional experience in recycling or solid waste field, or in planning and implementing food waste/scraps recycling programs. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence is req’d.   If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.   All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position which are located in the full advertisement.  You also may be required to provide a writing sample.   Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.   To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at  https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html click on the “Search Jobs" tab, and then on the Job Search link https://tinyurl.com/MCGJobSearch . Read the full job description under the “General Professional”  Job Category. Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.   The requisition number is  IRC36263   This Recruitment Closes March 12, 2019   All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “How to Apply” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage. EOE. M/F/H.    

Manager III, Grade M3 (Section Chief, Facilities Management) Department of General Services Rockville, Maryland $75,934 - $138,790   WHO WE ARE SEEKING Montgomery County Government, Department of General Services, Division of Facilities Management (DFM), seeks a highly skilled and experienced Individual with strong analytical, critical thinking, supervisory and superior communication skills and who thrives in a fast-paced and challenging work environment, for the position of Deputy Chief of Facilities. The successful applicant will be customer service oriented, have hands-on experience in project management across engineering and construction disciplines and be skilled in managing trades and craftsworker staff responsible for the maintenance of critical facility systems, decision-making under stressful circumstances, setting priorities and schedules. The candidate must possess a thorough knowledge of, and experience with, work order systems, performance measures and reports, building automation, technology used in facility management and engineering technology tools (CAD, BIM, etc.).   WHO WE ARE/PROGRAM SUMMARY The DFM provides for the comprehensive planning and delivery of daily maintenance services at over 400 County-owned and County-leased facilities, including mini-renovations, and oversight of building-related operations at County facilities used by County staff and residents. DFM consists of: Facilities Management, Engineering Services, Maintenance Repairs, Building Renovations and Inspection Services. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Deputy Chief, Section of Operations, Division of Facilities Management Services (DFM) of the Department of General Services (DGS), directs the DFM budget, contracts and human resources as they relate to capital-funded projects and related work, facility maintenance, renovation and inspection efforts. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing the Planned Lifecycle Asset Replacement program and other distinct and level-of-effort CIP projects. The Deputy Chief of Operations leads a team of thirteen employees including engineers, inspectors, and maintenance/renovations technicians performing a variety of projects at over 400 County (owned and leased) facilities. The Deputy Chief of Operations serves as the lead for the DFM project review process as it relates to CIP projects in design by the County and other external agencies, and includes routine coordination with other DGS design and construction professionals on standards and practices. The individual selected for this position will be considered an Essential Employee. Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave.   DUTIES Examples of duties will include but not be limited to the following: Oversees DFM warehouse operations, ensuring availability of parts and accurate inventorying of all components; Works in close coordination with the DFM Deputy Chief of Property Management to ensure full coordination of projects and initiatives throughout the department; Developing and implementing business process improvements; monitoring budget to actual expenditures and determining the reason(s) for any variance; Coordinating guidelines and justification for budgetary increases; developing and monitoring program measures; drafting solicitations and scopes of service; preparing, negotiating and reviewing contracts, and administering contract services; Determining, recommending, and defending staff and contract manpower needs and corresponding funding requirements; Performs the full scope of supervisory functions including the assignment of duties, selection of employees, scheduling and approving leave, orienting new employees, training, evaluating performance, and resolving disciplinary problems; Ensures adequate coverage of operations, keeping employees informed of DFM, DGS and County goals, objectives and policies, and informing management of employee issues and concerns; and As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.   COMPETITIVE BENEFITS Montgomery County Government offers a wide variety of competitive benefit programs/plans to eligible employees,   Minimum Qualifications Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the fields of engineering, facilities management and/or business administration. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Medical: Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a Medical History Review prior to appointment.   All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position which are located in the full advertisement. You also may be required to provide a writing sample.   Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.   To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html click on the “Search Jobs" tab, and then on the Job Search link https://tinyurl.com/MCGJobSearch . Read the full job description under the “Managerial Executive” Job Category. Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.   The requisition number is IRC34722   This Recruitment Will Remain Open Until Position is Filled All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “How to Apply” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.   EOE. M/F/H.  

Manager III, Grade MIII (Building Design & Construction) Department of General Services Rockville, Maryland $75,934 - $138,790     WHO WE ARE SEEKING Montgomery County Government, Department of General Services, seeks a highly skilled and experienced manager to directly supervise senior project managers including professional engineers and architects to implement the County's building/facility infrastructure six-year Capital Improvements Programs.   WHO WE ARE/PROGRAM SUMMARY The Building Design and Construction program provides for the overall management of the Department's Capital Improvements Program (CIP) for facilities. This program includes the comprehensive, timely, economic, and environmentally efficient planning, design, and construction of buildings for County use, as well as public venues owned by the County. This program also provides comprehensive architectural and engineering services from planning through design. Functional elements include programming, contract administration, planning management, design management, and project management. Each County project includes an array of sustainable features to reduce the impact of the facility on the environment and lifecycle costs. These features are derived from an integrated design process that evaluates each measure, such as energy efficiency, onsite renewables environmental site design, and enhanced monitoring, collectively reducing utility and other costs. The planning and design of facilities follows best practices in project design and construction estimating and the timely delivery of facilities based on project schedules in the County   CIP. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES An incumbent in this position will be responsible for budget and schedule control of numerous multimillion dollar construction and professional services contracts. The incumbent must be thoroughly familiar with the legal aspects of the architectural/engineering planning, design and construction process. The successful individual in this position must have thorough knowledge of: construction methods and materials; Construction Specifications Institute (CSI); American Association of State Highway & Transportation Officials (AASHTO); American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM), and International Code Council (ICC); and must have knowledge of the public procurement of professional and construction services. Knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of, Montgomery County Procurement Regulations is preferred. The employee must also have excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to develop technical specifications.   DUTIES The duties will include but are not limited to: Producing clear and concise public solicitations for capital projects including Requests for Expression of Interest (REOI), Requests for Proposal (RFP) and Invitations for Bid (IFB); Developing contracts, change orders and amendments; Performing comprehensive review and analysis of Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules; Conducting cost evaluation reviews; Conducting staff resource analysis to maximize staffing assignments; Conducting comprehensive construction claims analysis and recommendation; and As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.   COMPETITIVE BENEFITS Montgomery County Government offers a wide variety of competitive benefit programs/plans to eligible employees,   Minimum Qualifications Experience: Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of engineering or architecture, and capital project management Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Medical: Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a Medical History Review prior to appointment   All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position which are located in the full advertisement. You also may be required to provide a writing sample. Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html click on the “Search Jobs" tab, and then on the Job Search link https://tinyurl.com/MCGJobSearch . Read the full job description under the “Managerial Executive” Job Category. Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.   The requisition number is IRC34241   This Recruitment Closes November 16, 2018   All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume.   Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “How to Apply” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage. EOE. M/F/H.  

Program Manager II Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, Dickerson, Maryland Division of Solid Waste Services, Waste Reduction and Recycling Section  $63,439 - $105,241 The Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) mission is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County's air, water and land in a sustainable way while fostering smart growth, a thriving economy and healthy communities. DEP is seeking a Program Manager II.  This position is in the Division of Solid Waste Services’ (DSWS) Northern Operations and Strategic Planning Section and will report to the Section Chief.      Duties include but are not limited to: Manage the Montgomery County Yard-trim Composting Facility and the associated Grinding Operations located at the Transfer Station in Derwood, MD by hands-on contract management of the intergovernmental agreement with Maryland Environmental Service (MES).  Oversee bagging activities. Track transportation, both rail and truck, and report compliance of Covanta as well as MES with Master Plan Policy to use rail haul rather than trucking to the maximum extent practicable.  Manage all site related projects. Prepare, defend, track and implement annual County budgets for the Composting Facility, the grinding operation and the Dickerson Master Plan.  Review and pay invoices accurately & promptly.  Closely track, in detail, all MES expenditures on monthly basis. Maintain independent certification of compliance with the Environmental Management System (EMS) of the Composting Facility. Carry out lead responsibility for all EMS programs, assure required record keeping including documentation of continuous environmental improvements under the EMS. Perform all responsibilities of the Management Representative under the EMS. Oversee implementation of the Dickerson Solid Waste Facilities Master Plan. Work with the community and the Dickerson Area Facilities Implementation Group (DAFIG) to interpret and update the Master Plan as needed.  Provide support to the DAFIG, which is an official advisory body to the County Executive. Act as the main contact for Sugarloaf Citizen's Association (SCA). Support and assist with the DSWS Strategic Planning efforts for Food Waste Composting.   Manage DSWS's contract for maintenance of the County's Dickerson Weather Station and other monitoring structures. Collect and compile data daily, maintaining both hard copy files, electronic back-up, and on-line public access to real-time and archived weather data.  Assure that the weather station is physically maintained and compliant with USEPA Guidelines for weather stations used in air dispersion modeling. Knowledge of recycling and solid waste issues necessary.   PRESENTATIONS,  MEETINGS AND EVENTS WILL OCCUR DURING EVENINGS AND/OR ON WEEKENDS, THUS NIGHT AND WEEKEND WORK WILL PERIODICALLY OCCUR.   This position requires possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to conduct and attend meetings and presentations, perform work at locations outside the office, and participate in other work-related duties.      Minimum Qualifications Experience: Thorough five (5) years professional experience in a program/specialization area directly related to solid waste management.  Supervisory experience may be required, depending upon the position assignment. Education:  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree. Equivalency:  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. License:  Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence. All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position which are located in the full advertisement.  You also may be required to provide a writing sample. Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html click on the “Search Jobs" tab, and then on the Job Search link https://tinyurl.com/MCGJobSearch  . Read the full job description under the “General Professional”  Job Category. Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply. The requisition number is IRC34123 This Recruitment Closes October 11, 2018 All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “How to Apply” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage. EOE. M/F/H.

Manager II (Chief, Facilities Management) Grade M2 Montgomery County, MD Government Department of General Services Rockville, MD $88,388 - $160,454     Montgomery County Government is seeking a highly qualified individual for the position of Division Chief in the Department of General Services (DGS), Division of Facilities Management. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing organizational leadership and management; fiscal oversight; planning and operational implementation; strategic business management; and, significant policy development to achieve County objectives related to its facilities. We are seeking an individual with superior written and verbal communication skills. The incumbent will represent the Department at meetings with elected officials, boards, commissions, and community groups and will advise executive officials on best practices in facility management. This candidate should exhibit a thorough knowledge of best practices, trends and developments in public and private sector facility management issues. The incumbent in this position will apply significant customer service focus, recognizing that the Division's mission is to help its customers achieve successful outcomes.   PROGRAM OVERVIEW: The Division provides for the comprehensive planning and delivery of daily maintenance services at over 400 County-owned and County-leased facilities, including mini-renovations, and oversight of building-related operations at County facilities used by County staff and residents.   DUTIES: It is expected the ideal candidate possess experience commensurate with the following duties, which will include:   Protecting and enhancing the value and utilization of County investments in buildings and grounds by assuring the continued availability of County facilities through the planning, direction, and management of maintenance programs. This includes preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance of building systems: electrical, mechanical, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, vertical transportation, housekeeping, grounds maintenance recycling, and snow removal. Utilizing staff, and administering contracts, to support an organization with over 400 buildings, comprising over ten 10 million square feet, undeveloped real estate, and other County assets. Providing advice, support and planning to County Departments on facility maintenance issues; Overseeing supervision of all facilities management functions including in-house staff, vendor management, project management, facility administration, building inspections, building/equipment repairs and emergency response to inclement weather events year-round; Coordinating and directing the Division's response to weather related incidents as well as response to emergency situations requiring assistance; Directing a diverse workforce in a union/non-union environment in which the staff consists of skilled and unskilled trades, professional and nonprofessional staff. As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and, cooperation. Providing direct supervision of five positions: two Deputy Chiefs; one Program Manager; one Management and Budget Specialist, one IT staff   All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position which are located in the full advertisement.   Minimum Qualifications Experience: Seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in organizational management or in the fields of facilities and asset management, three years of which were in a supervisory or executive capacity. Note: The term "executive" is further defined as a high echelon or high level position in an organization that is assigned technical research, management advisory services responsibilities, or policy-making duties and responsibilities that exerts considerable influence on organizational policy, plans, and operations through technical research, management advisory services, and/or policy-making duties and responsibilities (e.g., County positions at Grade 30 or above). Education:   Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.   This Recruitment will remain open until position is filled.   To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html click on the “Search Jobs" tab, and then on the Job Search link https://tinyurl.com/MCGJobSearch . Read the full job description under the “Managerial/Executive” Job Category. Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.   The requisition number is IRC31664   EOE. M/F/H.