DIRECTOR OF CAPITAL GRANTS (Program Manager IV)

Maryland AG; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules and telework

Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annap

Generous paid leave

Paid holidays

Health coverage with low costs

Pension plan

Job summary

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) seeks a Director of Capital Grants to lead the Capital Grants and MCCBL programs, overseeing bond bills and a staff of grant administrators across nonprofit and local government partners.

You will set strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, coordinate with DLS and BPW, produce reports and dashboards, and drive improvements in a $2+ billion portfolio.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of state capital grant programs, legislative processes, and compliance.
• Experience supervising and evaluating professional staff and program teams.
• Experience managing complex grant lifecycles and board agendas.

Responsibilities

• Provides overall program leadership, direct supervision, and professional development to a team of Grants Administrators, Compliance Officers, and a Deputy Director.
• Sets clear strategic direction, priorities, and expectations while providing guidance, resources, and support that enables team members to make informed decisions and deliver results.
• Serves as the primary leadership point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Directs operational activities and provides strategic oversight for the CGL Program, collaborating with DLS, BPW, and elected officials to ensure accuracy and feasibility of bond bills.
• Interprets legislative intent and develops or updates program policies, standard operating procedures, and performance metrics to ensure full compliance with State regulations.
• Leads internal and external compliance audits to ensure legal and fiscal integrity across all grant operations.
• Facilitates collaboration between internal units (Fiscal, Legal, Real Estate) and external partners (DLS, BPW, and Comptroller's Office) to ensure efficient execution of program initiatives.
• Leads the resolution of high‑level project issues, addresses sensitive inquiries from elected officials and local leadership, and represents the Department at site visits, BPW meetings, and stakeholder briefings.
• Establishes performance standards for responsiveness and manages escalated stakeholder inquiries from local leadership and applicants to ensure prompt issue resolution.
• Develops and conducts training sessions, workshops, and presentations on post‑authorization processes for grant recipients and stakeholders.
• Coordinates with DGS’ Office of External Affairs on dissemination of monthly reports to elected officials and grantees, providing accurate status updates of high‑profile projects.
• Oversees the efficiency of the grant lifecycle, including application review, contract eligibility determinations, and BPW agenda preparation.
• Serves as the subject matter expert for the Grants Management System and customer service processes, partnering with DGS IT on system design, requirements implementation, and staff training.
• Prepares high‑quality reports, dashboards, and metrics regarding program participation, revenue, and project status for executive leadership.
• Identifies bottlenecks in existing workflows, proposes updates to SOPs, and develops performance measures and service level agreements to enhance service delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Capital grants knowledge

Legislative bond bills

Public sector compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration/Finance/Business Admin/Urban Planning/Civil Engineering

Job description

Introduction

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!

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

DGS Business Enterprise Administration
301 W. Preston Street
Baltimore MD 21201

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Main Purpose of Job

The Director of Capital Grants leads and manages the activities of the State of Maryland's Capital Grants and Loans (CGL) Program and the Maryland Consolidated Capital Bond Loan (MCCBL) program for the Department of General Services within the Business Enterprise Administration Division. The Director oversees a staff of Regional Grant Administrators, Compliance Officers, and Administrative Support Personnel administering bond bills authorized annually by the Maryland General Assembly and the Governor for non‑profit organizations, local county and municipal governments, State agencies, the University of Maryland Medical System, the Maryland Hospital Association, the Maryland Independent Colleges and Universities Association, and local jails, managing a portfolio of over 2,000 active capital grants valued at over $2 billion.

POSITION DUTIES

Program Leadership & Supervisory Management

• Provides overall program leadership, direct supervision, and professional development to a team of Grants Administrators, Compliance Officers, and a Deputy Director.
• Sets clear strategic direction, priorities, and expectations while providing guidance, resources, and support that enables team members to make informed decisions and deliver results.
• Serves as the primary leadership point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Strategic Oversight & Compliance

• Directs operational activities and provides strategic oversight for the CGL Program, collaborating with the Department of Legislative Services (DLS), Board of Public Works (BPW), and elected officials to ensure accuracy and feasibility of bond bills.
• Interprets legislative intent and develops or updates program policies, standard operating procedures, and performance metrics to ensure full compliance with State regulations.
• Leads internal and external compliance audits to ensure legal and fiscal integrity across all grant operations.

Policy Implementation & Stakeholder Coordination

• Facilitates collaboration between internal units (Fiscal, Legal, Real Estate) and external partners (DLS, BPW, and Comptroller's Office) to ensure efficient execution of program initiatives.
• Leads the resolution of high‑level project issues, addresses sensitive inquiries from elected officials and local leadership, and represents the Department at site visits, BPW meetings, and stakeholder briefings.
• Establishes performance standards for responsiveness and manages escalated stakeholder inquiries from local leadership and applicants to ensure prompt issue resolution.
• Develops and conducts training sessions, workshops, and presentations on post‑authorization processes for grant recipients and stakeholders.
• Coordinates with DGS’ Office of External Affairs on dissemination of monthly reports to elected officials and grantees, providing accurate status updates of high‑profile projects.

Operations & System Management

• Oversees the efficiency of the grant lifecycle, including application review, contract eligibility determinations, and BPW agenda preparation.
• Serves as the subject matter expert for the Grants Management System and customer service processes, partnering with DGS IT on system design, requirements implementation, and staff training.
• Prepares high‑quality reports, dashboards, and metrics regarding program participation, revenue, and project status for executive leadership.
• Identifies bottlenecks in existing workflows, proposes updates to SOPs, and develops performance measures and service level agreements to enhance service delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field.

Experience: At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in managing government grant or loan programs, infrastructure funding, or capital project financing. This must include at least three years of supervisory or management experience.

Demonstrable Knowledge and Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of state capital grant programs, legislative bond bill processes, and public sector financial compliance.
• Experience supervising, leading, and evaluating professional staff and program teams.
• Experience managing complex grant lifecycles, contract eligibility reviews, and board approval agenda preparation.
• Experience developing, updating, and implementing program policies, SOPs, and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Ability to work collaboratively across internal agency divisions (Fiscal, Legal, Real Estate) and external governmental stakeholders (BPW, DLS, Comptroller’s Office).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for executive briefings, public reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proactively resolve complex operational, procedural and personnel issues.
• Capable of managing large‑scale portfolios with strict timelines.
• Someone who holds themselves to the highest standards of integrity and fiscal accountability.

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.

Please 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 that 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

• 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.

DGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer