Job Details

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Facilities and Asset Management Division (FAM) Chief of the Office of the Attorney General, the Deputy Chief performs highly advanced managerial activities for the agency's FAM Division, including operational oversight of the division, providing subject matter expertise, ensuring the resolution of inquiries and complaints from internal and external inquiries, and performing and assisting with executive functions within the division, such as the establishment and monitoring of division goals.

The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

Operational Oversight

• Assists the Chief in overseeing all activities of the division, including human resources, administrative, and organizational problems within the division; and planning, coordinating, and maintaining production schedules within the division.

Leadership Functions

• Reviews production and establishes or assists in establishing standards for division operations that are consistent with the agency's strategic plan; develops, recommends, and implements policies, procedures, and plans to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of division operations as well as for ensuring division objectives are met; and identifies or assists in identifying budgetary needs and develops budgetary estimates designed to meet division requirements.

Outward Facing/Consulting

• Coordinates and ensures the resolutions of inquiries and complaints from internal and external customers; participates in special projects, negotiations, and strategic planning; briefs agency managers and Executive Administration on agency program matters; may testify before the Texas Legislature, as required; and monitors and ensures compliance with state, federal, and local laws and policies.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions.
• Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule.
• Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; experience in the following (or closely related) fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis: management.
• Experience: Five years of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: facilities management, strategic planning, management.
• Knowledge of Facilities Administration.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.
• Skill in effective oral and written communication.
• Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making.
• Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave).
• Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel.
• Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA.
• Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
• Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 15%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in property management, asset management, accounting, contract management, fulfillment operations, warehouse operations, and move logistics.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to a business function, division, or department; and of the principles and practices of public administration and management.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to collaboratively work with other state and federal agencies to adapt requirements that fit the unique OAG structure.
• Other Language: Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak Spanish.

TO APPLY

To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at Military Crosswalk.

THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER