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Space Management Section Chief (Administrative Officer 4)

Salary

$75,678.00 - $114,915.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-25296

Department

Department of General Services

Division

GS Bur Real Est

Opening Date

05/15/2025

Closing Date

5/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

08660

Position Number

50700053

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

A3

Pay Group

ST09

Bureau / Division Code

00153700

Bureau / Division

GS Bur Real Estate

Worksite Address

401 North Street

Worksite Address

503 North Office Building

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17120

Contact Name

Kristen Topper

Contact Phone

717.787.7128

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you ready to take your design and project management skills to the next level? We are looking for an energetic, detail-oriented project manager who is excited by the opportunity to develop and facilitate strategic, complex design projects that make a real impact. At DGS, you will be part of a fun, creative, open-minded, and human-centered environment where continuous improvement and an excellent customer experience are at the heart of everything we do .

Why this role is a great opportunity:

+ Be a key player in shaping the hybrid workplace of the future

+ Help save taxpayer dollars by managing space effectively and efficiently

+ Collaborate with state agencies to align facilities with their mission, vision, and values

+ Join a team that’s innovative, supportive, and mission-driven

If you are passionate about space planning, process improvement, and working in a purpose-driven public sector role—this is the career move you have been waiting for. Apply today and help us redefine how state agencies work and thrive!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a leader within the Space Management Section of the Division of Real Estate Services (DORES), this role is responsible for independently directing and supervising large-scale space planning, furniture, and relocation projects. You will lead a team, providing strategic guidance, mentorship, and performance management while establishing and implementing operational procedures to ensure efficient and effective service delivery. By setting clear priorities and driving continuous improvement, you will oversee the optimization of space utilization across the Commonwealth’s real estate portfolio.

This role involves developing and maintaining comprehensive policies, guidelines, and best practices for space planning, as well as collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to align strategies with overarching organizational goals. As a supervisor, you will recruit, develop, and manage staff, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and ongoing professional development. You will also play a pivotal role in streamlining processes to drive greater efficiency and effectiveness in space management operations.

In addition to these leadership responsibilities, you will serve as a subject matter expert in space planning, project management, and the use of key technology tools such as TRIRIGA (real estate portfolio management system), drafting software, and other industry specific tools. Your expertise will be crucial in monitoring project progress, optimizing space utilization, and ensuring efficient execution of space planning and relocation projects. You will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders—including architects, engineers, and professionals from the building and construction industry—to meet both functional and regulatory requirements. You will also ensure compliance with relevant codes and regulations, provide training on space management processes, and support budgetary planning.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=50700053) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, one day per week at headquarters in Harrisburg (subject to change at management discretion). Candidate must also be able to travel to Harrisburg, or other locations around the state to conduct site visits or attend in person meeting as required to perform job duties and meet operational needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year as an Administrative Officer 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or

+ Six years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four-year college or university;or

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

+ You must possess a valid Class C driver's license.

+ You must have leadership, supervisory, or managerial experience.

+ You must have project management experience.

+ You must have experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and using drafting software.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Administrative Officer 3 for one or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work which includes experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How many years of full-time experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work in public or private organization do you possess?

+ 6 years or more

+ 5 but less than 6 years

+ 4 but less than 5 years

+ 3 but less than 4 years

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

07

What level of college coursework have you completed in business administration, public administration, human resources, strategic leadership, or other related areas? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ Master's degree or higher

+ Bachelor's degree

+ Some coursework

+ None

08

If you have not completed college coursework in one of the fields listed in the previous question, how much college coursework have you completed in another field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org (”www.naces.org”target=_blank”) and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 120 credits or more

+ 90 but less than 120 credits

+ 60 but less than 90 credits

+ 30 but less than 60 credits

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

09

Additional Requirement:Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

10

If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

11

Additional Requirement:Do you have leadership, supervisory, or managerial experience?

+ Yes

+ No

12

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

13

Additional Requirement:Do you have project management experience?

+ Yes

+ No

14

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

15

Additional Requirement:Do you have experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and using drafting software?

+ Yes

+ No

16

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov