Deputy Chief of Operations, Fleet Management-Operations Officer V

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION CITY OF BALTIMORE, DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES DEPUTY CHIEF OF OPERATIONS - FLEET Salary Range: $98,359.00 - $157,302.00, ANNUALLY Starting Pay Range: $127,830.50, ANNUALLY GET TO KNOW US Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits JOB SUMMARY The Baltimore City Department of General Services is seeking a Deputy Chief of Operations – Fleet. The Department of General Services is the backbone of Baltimore City Government, supporting city vehicles, properties, and energy utilization. The agency consists of more than 350 employees and has an annual operating budget of $111 million, in addition to a $20 million (FY23) capital budget. Our vision is to be committed to providing healthy work environments and safe, reliable vehicles for City employees by delivering high-quality and cost-effective support services to City agencies who serve Baltimore’s citizens and stakeholders. Our mission is to deliver cost-effective, high-quality, reliable, and sustainable services by managing quality Facilities, ensuring efficient fleet operations, and maintaining exemplary administrative customer service that supports Baltimore City agencies and the advancement of their goals. The Deputy Chief of Operations – Fleet role encompasses a wide range of duties focused on ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant fleet maintenance operations, supporting the objectives of DGS And its partner agencies, and providing leadership across the Fleet Management Division. Reporting within the division, this position directs a $40 million annual maintenance and repair operation and leads approximately 150 Automotive Shop employees across eight locations through two Superintendents and 15 Automotive Shop Supervisors. The role also helps manage a $75 million budget, oversees the preventative maintenance program, leads special projects, and serves on 24-hour call for emergencies. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Automotive Maintenance Operations Oversee and direct day-to-day maintenance and repair functions ($40 million annually) within the Fleet Management Division, ensuring coordination across Fleet’s facilities and adherence to industry best practices to guarantee efficient, safe, and timely vehicle maintenance and repairs. Provide oversight to optimize team productivity and minimize labor expenses. Continuously monitor and enhance Fleet Maintenance performance to achieve effective and efficient service, minimizing downtime and containing costs. Manage maintenance operations to ensure fleet compliance with procedural, safety, federal, and state regulations. Provide guidance and management for maintenance team members in administrative and performance-related activities. Stay informed about new industry trends and technology in fleet maintenance and Zero emission vehicle maintenance. Serve on 24-hour call for emergencies. Staff & Relationship management directly supervise two (2) Fleet Operations Officer IV (Superintendents), overseeing fifteen (15) Automotive Shop Supervisors who manage a total of one hundred fi…

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