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Asset Management Specialist

Frederick County Government, Frederick, MD, United States


Overview Non-Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full-benefits

This skilled technical position manages asset data for the Division of Public Works (DPW) using the Cartegraph Operations Management Software (Cartegraph). This position requires a variety of field and office work related to asset data collection, information gathering, equipment tagging, assisting with the development of fiscal forecasting and preventative maintenance plans. This position develops and coordinates data collection and reporting of information to support strategic planning and the prioritization of work to maintain and replace DPW’s assets. Supervision is received from the Department Head, Department of Professional Services.

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The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment

15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover

11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)

Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending

Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care

100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit

County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Vesting after 5 years of service

Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.

Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program

Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with vendors and various departments to collect, integrate and maintain asset data through Cartegraph and other tools as necessary

Oversee and maintain DPW asset data inventory by performing regular system audits to ensure quality control

Serve as the Cartegraph system administrator by being the point of contact, managing system, and user settings

Develop, compile, and generate Cartegraph reports

Act as a liaison with various DPW departments to develop standard naming nomenclatures for data entry activities; create new asset categories and modify asset data

Review equipment records, equipment histories, asset record data for accuracy and completeness; makes data corrections to assure data quality

Drive vehicle to conduct field surveys and site visits to collect DPW asset data

Manage and update CAD database of property floorplan inventory

Enter new assets into Esri ArcGIS and Cartegraph and ensures asset quality entered by others

Perform basic geographic analysis to create and update mapping projects; prepare and maintain locations and attribute records for physical assets

Participate in the development of procedures to collect and maintain data records, including assignment of asset codes and location, manufacturer, type, and pertinent information describing the equipment in Cartegraph

Participate in the development of asset inspection protocols; enter inspection criteria and frequencies in Cartegraph

Coordinate with various DPW departments to develop preventative maintenance plans based upon manufacturer’s maintenance recommendation for assets; work with staff to define and create recurring maintenance activities in Cartegraph

Using the standard reporting structure of Cartegraph, develop reporting tools providing information to management

Assist in analysis of asset information to evaluate asset condition and maintenance priorities

Work with staff to provide guidance and support in the operation, use, and capabilities of Cartegraph

Assist with annual fiscal budget forecasting deferred maintenance and replacement planning

Assist with development and documentation of efficient workflows and procedures

Observe and comply with all County mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols

Track and verify inventory for highway yards; erosion control materials, pipe, headwall, sign material, snow removal material, etc. As well as fixed asset inventory.

Track and verify inventory for Facility Maintenance; mechanical, electrical, plumbing equipment, elevators, solar panels, etc.

Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications and Requirements

High school graduation or the equivalent

Minimum of 3 years of work experience in asset management, infrastructure data management, or a related field

Possession of a valid automobile operator’s license

Intermediate skills in Microsoft 365

NOTE: Relevant additional education may reduce the work experience requirement

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges

Ability to effectively organize work, determine priorities, and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision

Strong computer skills and considerable knowledge in the use of spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software, and GIS software

Knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of asset management

Knowledge of budget development, cost control, and experience in cross-functional project management methods and techniques

Knowledge of resource management and optimization

Ability to understand, interpret, and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, budgets, and contracts

Ability to analyze asset management data, identify problems, and recommend solutions

Ability to access and effectively utilize automated databases and word processing/spreadsheet software

Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain working relationships with county officials, employees, contractors, and the general public

Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills

Preferences

Work experience utilizing Cartegraph or other asset management software

AutoCAD experience

Work experience or training in a database environment

Related experience in municipal/local government

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit and walk; and frequently drive

While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors

Available for varied working hours, as needed, to accommodate meetings and special departmental needs

Examination Process

An evaluation of training and experience

One or more interviews

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