Operational Resources Specialist

State of South Dakota; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Family leave

SDRS retirement match

Well-being program

Job summary

The State of South Dakota's Department of Labor and Regulation, Administrative Services Division, seeks an Operational Resources Specialist in Pierre, SD to manage property operations across facilities, coordinate purchases, and support efficient use of resources.

You will lead facility projects, oversee contracts and vendor relations, ensure ADA compliance, and collaborate with state agencies on leases, while contributing to a strong public service mission.

Qualifications

• Experience managing facilities and property operations.
• Experience with contract management and vendor relations.
• Knowledge of ADA compliance and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage property operations for DLR facilities, including operations, contracts, and vendor relations.
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and relocation of staff and assets across offices.
• Lead facility-related projects with timelines, vendor coordination, and issue resolution.
• Develop and enforce operational policies affecting multiple divisions and state standards.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory management, asset verification, and technology lifecycle processes.

Skills

Property operations

Contract management

Vendor relations

Budgeting

Job description

Job ID: 36872

Agency: Department of Labor & Regulation (DLR) - Administrative Services Division

Location: Pierre, SD

Salary: $28.54-$35.66/hr, depending on qualifications

Pay Grade: J

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Administrative Services Division is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operational Resources Specialist to 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 at https://www.sd.gov/bhra .

This is a full-time position with the Department of Labor & Regulation. For more information on the Department of Labor & Regulation, please visit https://dlr.sd.gov/ .

Additional Requirements

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.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration

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http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"