Operational Resources Specialist

Sdsoybean; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 medical plan choices

15 days paid vacation

14 days paid sick leave

Job summary

The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Administrative Services Division seeks an Operational Resources Specialist to oversee property operations across multiple state facilities and coordinate all purchases. This role emphasizes efficient resource use and contract management, with responsibilities spanning across divisions and agencies.

Location options include Pierre or Aberdeen, SD, with strong engagement in facilities management, budgeting, and policy development.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment.
• Experience managing projects, timelines, budgets, and vendors.
• Familiarity with state procurement and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP software (e.g., BISON).
• Ability to draft policies, reports, and contracts.
• Knowledge of ADA compliance, facility operations, and space allocation.

Responsibilities

• Manage property operations for DLR facilities, including facilities operations, contract management, and vendor relations.
• Identify systemic property issues and recommend solutions to leadership.
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and relocation of staff and assets across offices.
• Lead facility-related projects, including timelines, vendor coordination, and issue resolution.
• Develop and enforce operational policies and procedures affecting multiple divisions, ensuring compliance with state standards.
• Conduct annual ADA compliance reviews.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory management, asset verification, and technology lifecycle processes.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses when making expensive decisions, consulting with leadership as needed.
• Collaborate with building designees, division accountants, and other state agencies on leases.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Project management

Procurement knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Policy drafting

ADA/compliance knowledge

Tools

BISON

Job description

Operational Resources Specialist - 37504

Aberdeen, SD; Pierre, SD; Rapid City, SD or Sioux Falls, SD | Labor and Regulation | Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly

28.54 - 35.66 US per hour

Posted yesterday

Description

Job ID: 37504
Agency: Department ofLabor & Regulation (DLR) - Administrative Services Division
Location:Pierre or Aberdeen, SD Strongly preferred. Will consider Sioux Falls or Rapid City, SD.Salary:$28.54 - $35.66/hr, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade:J
Closing Date:09/24/2026

The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Administrative Services Division is seeking a highly motivated and detail-orientedOperational Resources Specialistto join our team in Pierre, SD. This position is responsible for managing property operations across multiple facilities around the State, ensuring effective and efficient use of resources, and supporting the Department’s mission. This position is also responsible for coordinating all purchases in DLR.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage property operations for DLR facilities, including facility operations, contract management, and vendor relations.
• Identify systemic property issues and recommend solutions to leadership.
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and relocation of staff and assets across offices.
• Lead facility-related projects, including timelines, vendor coordination, and issue resolution.
• Develop and enforce operational policies and procedures affecting multiple divisions, ensuring compliance with state standards.
• Conduct annual ADA compliance reviews.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory management, asset verification, and technology lifecycle processes.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses when making expensive decisions, consulting with leadership as needed.
• Collaborate with building designees, division accountants, and other state agencies on leases.

As public servants, we promote economic opportunity and financial security for individuals and businesses. This position offers an opportunity for rewarding, public service work with the benefit of a fantastic benefits package. Live, play, and prosper in beautiful South Dakota!

The State of South Dakota offers an excellent benefits package that includes 4 medical plan choices, 15 days paid vacation, 14 days paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, paid family leave, 6% retirement plan match, well-being program, and so much more! Learn more about State benefits athttps://www.sd.gov/bhra .

The ideal candidate would have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to handle difficult conversations professionally.
• ability to work independently with sound judgment.
• experience managing projects, timelines, budgets, and vendors, being able to coordinate across divisions and agencies.
• familiarity with state procurement and financial analysis.
• proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Enterprise Resource Programs (e.g., BISON), or other asset management or technology procurement software.
• ability to draft policies, reports, and contracts.
• knowledge of ADA compliance, facility operations, and space allocation.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC:If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office.A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits.You can view our benefits information here .This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.