FY2025 Proposed Operating and Capital Budgets

FY2025 Proposed Budget Organizational Budgets

Division of Public Works

Department of Professional Services Mission Statement

Manage the division’s software and emerging technology efforts; manage emergency management procedures; oversee facility operations; implement staff training initiatives; and support the County’s real property acquisitions, leases, and disposal of capital assets. The Department of Professional Services (DPS) is responsible for the management of Division wide real estate, special projects, training, asset management, and technology. DPS is also responsible for property management and facility

management through the Building Manager Program. Capital Asset, Lease, and Acquisition Management

The Office of Capital Asset, Lease, and Acquisition Management (OCALAM) is responsible for DPW’s real property needs. OCALAM works directly with DPW’s Project Managers and various County stakeholders to acquire easements required for project approval. Examples include obtaining easements from property owners where stream and road projects encroach on private property. OCALAM is also responsible for acquiring new property and disposing of property that has served its useful life for Frederick County. Additionally, OCALAM oversees the Frederick County Building Manager Program and it s staff responsible for the daily operations of Frederick County’s facilities. Special Projects Management

The enormity of the Prospect Center, formally known as Oak St. and Himes Ave., requires a dedicated Special Projects Manager to oversee and manage the complexity of this project. The 210,000 square foot facility is currently in design. A second dedicated Special Projects Manager is responsible for the Division’s critical, unique, and time sensitive initiatives. This position is responsible for policy development, emergency operations, and resource management priorities of the Division. This position is also responsible for the Divisions asset management through the implementation and management of Cartegraph Operations Management Software (OMS). Division Wide Training

DPW has recently identified the need for a Division wide training position to provide employees with the recourses required to advance their career potential. This position coordinates with Human Resources to implement the training needs and developmental growth of the Division. The position is responsible for developing career growth paths through certifications and education opportunities.

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