Director Of Capital Grants

State of Maryland • Baltimore City, MD

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Capital Grants leads and manages Maryland’s Capital Grants and Loans (CGL) Program and the Maryland Consolidated Capital Bond Loan (MCCBL) program within the Department of General Services’ Business Enterprise Administration. The Director oversees a team of Regional Grant Administrators, Compliance Officers, and administrative support personnel who administer bond bills authorized annually by the Maryland General Assembly and the Governor. The programs serve nonprofit 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. The role manages a portfolio of more than 2,000 active capital grants valued at over $2 billion.

This Management Service position serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority (“at-will”). It is based at 301 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, Maryland, and is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

The Director provides program leadership and staff supervision; directs program operations and compliance; coordinates policy implementation with internal and external stakeholders; resolves escalated project and stakeholder issues; and oversees the grant lifecycle and Grants Management System. The Director also prepares program reports and performance measures, improves workflows, and provides training to grant recipients and stakeholders.

Requirements

• At least seven years of progressively responsible experience managing government grant or loan programs, infrastructure funding, or capital project financing.
• At least three years of supervisory or management experience.
• 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, standard operating procedures, and service level agreements.
• Ability to collaborate across internal agency divisions and external governmental stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for executive briefings, public reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to proactively resolve complex operational, procedural, and personnel issues.
• Ability to manage large-scale portfolios with strict timelines.
• High standards of integrity and fiscal accountability.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Selected candidates may be required to successfully pass State and Federal fingerprint background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall program leadership, direct supervision, and professional development to Grants Administrators, Compliance Officers, and a Deputy Director.
• Set strategic direction, priorities, and expectations, and provide staff with guidance, resources, and support.
• Serve as the primary leadership point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Direct operations and provide strategic oversight for the Capital Grants and Loans Program, collaborating with the Department of Legislative Services, Board of Public Works, and elected officials on bond bill accuracy and feasibility.
• Interpret legislative intent and develop or update program policies, standard operating procedures, and performance metrics to ensure compliance with State regulations.
• Lead internal and external compliance audits to ensure legal and fiscal integrity across grant operations.
• Coordinate with internal Fiscal, Legal, and Real Estate units and external partners, including the Department of Legislative Services, Board of Public Works, and Comptroller’s Office.
• Lead resolution of high-level project issues and respond to sensitive inquiries from elected officials and local leadership.
• Represent the Department at site visits, Board of Public Works meetings, and stakeholder briefings.
• Establish responsiveness standards and manage escalated inquiries from local leadership and applicants.
• Develop and conduct training sessions, workshops, and presentations on post-authorization processes for grant recipients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with DGS’ Office of External Affairs to distribute monthly reports to elected officials and grantees, including status updates on high-profile projects.
• Oversee grant lifecycle operations, including application review, contract eligibility determinations, and Board of Public Works agenda preparation.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for the Grants Management System and customer service processes; partner with DGS IT on system design, requirements implementation, and staff training.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and metrics on program participation, revenue, and project status for executive leadership.
• Identify workflow bottlenecks, propose standard operating procedure updates, and develop performance measures and service level agreements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 and Annapolis.
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service.
• Paid holidays.
• Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs.
• Employee and employer contributory pension plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed