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Asset Management Division Manager

Salary

$85,653.00 - $132,772.00 Annually

Location

Durham, NC

Job Type

Full time with benefits

Job Number

25-05783

Department

General Services

Opening Date

01/08/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Position Description

Work, Serve, Thrive. With the City of Durham

Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.

Hiring Range: $85,653-$132,772

Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm/M-F

Devoted to providing operational leadership and strategic direction for the Asset Management Division (comprised of physical security infrastructure and management, inventory, vehicles, data management, software, and technology) and oversees the development and implementation of asset management strategies for the General Services Department, guided by best practices such as policies, systems, and processes, to achieve optimal return on investment and ensure the effective deployment of the City’s facilities, community facilities, property, infrastructure, surplus capital outlay, and equipment portfolio. Devoted to providing management analysis and oversight; divisional budget and personnel management; program administration and oversight; risk management and safety services. Decision-making includes providing input into management objectives, establishing work goals and objectives of a unit to carry out management direction, and selecting the method to address a problem or issue, subject to the constraints established by management objectives and direction. Work includes general management oversight work related to financial, contract administration, grants, performance, personnel or program administration functions.

Responsible for supervising staff; preparing, reviewing, monitoring and adjusting divisional budget; preparing and reviewing Requests for Proposals and contracts; supervising information technology issues at the department level; reviewing and approving expenditures; researching and preparing financial reports; developing and implementing policies and procedures; developing and providing training; and assisting with and/or leading strategic planning and/or performance measurement for the department.

Position is responsible for developing and sustaining an effective condition-based asset management program, as well as designing and maintaining asset management systems that support and optimize data collection and analysis. Position also manages special projects including but not limited to the following areas: asset management, facility condition assessment, physical security, departmental technology, and data management. Responsibilities include providing organizational leadership and supervision of multiple teams, administering and managing long-term major programs, and leading project meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

Duties/Responsibilities

+ Supervises and coordinates the department’s asset management operations including information technology, physical security infrastructure and management, inventory, vehicles, software, and data management.

+ Develops, implements, and continuously improves asset management strategies, policies, systems, and processes in accordance with industry best practices to maximize return on investment and ensure effective deployment of City-owned facilities, community facilities, property, infrastructure, equipment, and surplus capital assets. Develops and implements the GSD asset management plan and strategy, communicates expectations and obligations through executives and managers, and monitors and reports on performance to optimize the value of the asset portfolio.

+ Leads the development and sustainment of a comprehensive condition-based asset management program, including the design, implementation, and maintenance of asset management systems that support accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting.

+ Provides general management oversight of financial, contract administration, grants, performance, personnel, or program administration functions; develops, updates, evaluates, and implements programs, projects, plans, policies, and procedures; supervises staff; develops and coordinates training; assists with and/or leads strategic planning and/or performance measurement processes; and ensures compliance with contracts, and applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.

+ Prepares, reviews, monitors, and adjusts divisional budget; reviews, evaluates, and/or approves expenditures, budget transfers, and fund allocation; researches, reviews, and analyzes financial information; and develops and makes budget and financial recommendations.

+ Coordinates the preparation of and/or prepares, reviews, maintains and submits legal, financial, technical, and other complex, special, and general reports, plans, bid documents, contracts, applications, claims, memorandums, and other documents; oversees the maintenance of databases and online systems; researches, compiles, reconciles, and analyzes information; develops findings and makes related recommendations; reviews work and work of others for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable specifications, requirements, regulations, policies, and procedures.

+ Collaborates with City management and departments, vendors and/or external agencies; convenes, facilitates and attends meetings and conferences; provides subject-matter expertise and consulting; investigates and resolves complex and high-visibility issues; and represents the department for citywide activities and projects.

+ Determines, in collaboration with other department divisions, appropriate frameworks, processes and standards to be applied for developing budgets, CIP, and maintenance replacement program and additional asset management as needed to the acquisition and disposal of assets, ensuring compliance with sound and agreed financial, legal and commercial principles.

+ Manages security and asset management technology, infrastructure projects, and needs assessments including design for new construction and renovations, procurement, installation, project management, program deployment, and equipment maintenance.

+ Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree, or equivalency, in business or public administration, or directly related field.

+ Five years of professional experience that includes subject-matter expertise and knowledge in areas related to assignment.

+ Two years of supervisory experience.

+ A valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record or must obtain within 60 days of hire.

Additional Preferred Skills

+ Demonstrated ability to accurately analyze information, make strategic decisions/ recommendations and guide decision-making by identifying anticipated benefits, consequences and impacts of alternative system options.

+ Experience managing complex or broad variety/scope of programs/projects for completeness, compatibility, compliance with design/ construction/ facility management principles and standards.

+ Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, ability to communicate technical systems in a manner that is easily understood.

+ Computer competencies and proficiencies to learn different software programs. Strong grasp of security systems, inventory/fleet management, and maintenance software (CMMS).

+ Demonstrated leadership experience. Strong curiosity and ability to ask questions.

ADA and Other Requirements

Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally.

Work is routinely performed in an indoor, office environment.

Benefits – General Full-Time Employees

+ 12-13 paid holidays per year

+ 13 standard work days of vacation per year

+ 13 standard work days of sick leave per year, which accumulates indefinitely; sick leave may be used toward early retirement

+ 2 weeks paid military leave per year

+ Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance plans

+ State and City retirement plans

+ Short and long term disability plans

+ Paid temporary disability leave for specified conditions

+ City contribution of 13.6% into the N.C. State Retirement System

+ Paid funeral leave

+ Employee Assistance Program - personal and family counseling

+ Paid life insurance equal to annual salary

+ 48 hours for volunteer work each year*

+ 4 hours parental leave each year

+ Workman's Compensation Insurance

+ 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

Benefits - Part-Time (1,000 hours or more per year)

+ 401(k) retirement plan (5.0% of salary)

+ State retirement plan

Benefits Part-Time (Average 30 hours per week over 12 month period)

+ 401(k) retirement plan (5.0% of salary)

+ State retirement plan effective first day of the month following date of hire

+ Health insurance effective first day of the month following date of hire

+ Dental and life insurance, after one year of service

+ Pro-rated vacation, pro-rated sick, pro-rated floating holiday, parttime holiday pay (based on scheduled hours for that day) after one year of service

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Where did you first hear about this opportunity?

+ City of Durham Website

+ Walk in

+ Job fair

+ Employee referral

+ Professional organization ***Please list the organization in "other" box below***

+ Internet posting ***Please list the specific web site in the "other" box below***

+ Craig's List

+ Facebook

+ LinkedIn

+ GlassDoor

+ governmentjobs.com

+ Monster.com

+ Indeed.com

+ Employment Security Commission

+ Magazine/Newspaper

+ Other

02

If you listed "other" above please give specific web site, organization, or publication.

03

Do you have a valid, unrestricted, North Carolina driver's license? (If you have a valid license from a State other than North Carolina, you must be willing and able to obtain a valid, unrestricted NC driver's license within 60 days of hire).

+ I have a valid, unrestricted NC driver's license.

+ I have a valid license from another State and I am willing to obtain a valid, unrestricted NC driver's license within 60 days.

+ I do not have a valid, unrestricted driver's license.

04

Please select your highest level of COMPLETED education.

+ Less than a High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)

+ Associates Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Doctoral Degree (PhD, Juris Doctorate)

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How many years of professional experience do you have that includes subject-matter expertise and knowledge in areas related to asset management, facilities, infrastructure, fleet, technology, data management, or similar functions relevant to this position?

+ No related experience

+ Less than 5 years of related experience

+ 5 years but less than 9 years of related experience

+ 9 years but less than 13 years of related experience

+ 13 or more years of related experience

06

How would you rate your experience level with computer competencies and proficiencies in security systems, inventory/fleet management, and maintenance software (CMMS)?

+ No experience

+ Beginner level

+ Intermediate level

+ Advanced level

+ Expert level

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How would you rate your experience level managing complex or broad variety/scope of programs/projects for completeness, compatibility, compliance with design/ construction/ facility management principles and standards?

+ No experience

+ Beginner level

+ Intermediate level

+ Advanced level

+ Expert level

08

How would you rate your experience level accurately analyzing information, making strategic decisions/ recommendations, and guiding decision-making by identifying anticipated benefits, consequences, and impacts of alternative system options?

+ No experience

+ Beginner level

+ Intermediate level

+ Advanced level

+ Expert level

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Do you have supervisory experience overseeing professional or technical staff?

+ Yes

+ No

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