Property Management Director (Unclassified)

Ramsey County • (Ramsey County Government Center) Saint Paul, MN

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Property Management Director directs, administers, and manages all functions, activities, and employees of Ramsey County’s Property Management Department, including facilities management (maintenance, operations, and physical security) and real estate. The role oversees long-range capital improvement program development, including planning, design, and construction; participates in purchasing, selling, and leasing real property; and provides leadership and strategic planning to ensure facilities meet current and future County program and service delivery needs. The Director develops and recommends County facility policies covering space standards, safety and security, and building use, and performs related duties as assigned.

This position is designated flex-work eligible. The employee may work in-office full-time or choose a flex schedule with at least two days per week in the office and other days in a remote-first environment. The role also has on-site responsibilities and requires schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations of the County’s flexible workplace policy.

The position directs a department operating budget in excess of $33.7 million and manages the annual capital projects budget. It oversees County property leases, major construction projects, energy management, facilities operations, and department staffing. The Director provides advice and recommendations to County departments and leadership, represents County interests with governmental and community stakeholders, and participates in County management and strategic planning groups. This is an unclassified, at-will position. New employees must complete fingerprinting and obtain required BCA certification after hire for authorized CJIS-area access, with annual maintenance of that certification.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Facility Management, Real Estate, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Seven years of experience in property/facility management or a closely related field.
• At least four years of supervisory experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and related experience may substitute for the stated education and experience requirements.
• Ability to obtain BCA certification after hire for authorized access to CJIS areas and maintain certification annually.
• Fingerprint cards must be submitted for required background and access records.
• Regular attendance according to the position’s management-approved work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.
• Direct the preparation, presentation, and administration of a department operating budget in excess of $33.7 million and manage the annual capital projects budget.
• Set long- and short-range goals and objectives for department division managers and monitor progress.
• Coordinate with Community and Economic Development on real estate acquisitions and sales to meet County business needs.
• Manage budgeting and maintenance of 30–35 commercial property rental and revenue leases, including County facilities leased to outside entities and outside space leased for County functions.
• Direct major County construction projects, including project budgeting, land acquisition, condemnation, building design, and construction.
• Coordinate with the County Manager and Chief Financial Officer on long-range planning and funding for large capital projects.
• Provide facilities management and planning consultation, guidance, and recommendations to County departments, the County Board, the County Manager, and public and private organizations; serve as a liaison supporting County Board goals involving businesses and other governmental jurisdictions.
• Coordinate building managers, staff, and department heads to maintain buildings, structures, and properties in optimal condition.
• Direct value engineering activities and approve material substitutions and construction change orders to achieve cost savings.
• Prepare requests for proposals for professional service contracts and direct selection of architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants.
• Establish criteria for analyzing energy opportunities and alternatives for mechanical and electrical systems in County-owned or leased buildings, and manage implementation of the County-wide energy management program.
• Provide cost-benefit analyses and recommend and implement decisions about heating, cooling, and fuel options for existing buildings and new construction.
• Serve as staff to the Capital Improvement Project Citizen Advisory Committee, which reviews and evaluates capital improvement requests from County departments and agencies.
• Partner with the Purchasing and Contracting Division to support County-wide goals related to small and diverse business contracting.
• Represent Ramsey County’s interests and priorities regarding County property, capital projects, building design and construction, land use, mass transit, riverfront development, and economic development with legislative bodies, government agencies, elected officials, community stakeholders, and professional associations; participate in industry mentoring programs.
• Participate in the Ramsey County Management Team, Critical Incident Task Force, and Ramsey County Strategic Planning Committee for Public Buildings.
• Direct staffing management functions, including hiring, training, performance management, coaching, discipline, and grievance resolution.
• Maintain regular attendance according to the management-approved work schedule.
• Complete required fingerprinting and obtain and maintain annual BCA certification for authorized access to areas where CJIS is accessed or CJIS information is stored.

Benefits

• Employees in unclassified positions are entitled to benefits associated with tenure, including vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits determined by the County Board.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director