Internal Services Director

Salary$91,691.73 AnnuallyLocationDeKalb County, GAJob TypeFull Time SalariedJob Number2025-11344Division/SectionDistrict 3-5 County PositionOpening Date10/24/2025Closing Date11/24/2025 11:59 PM EasternDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsDescriptionWe are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:Internal Services Director (10100)Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents. Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.LOCATION: Richardson Health CenterDIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Chief Operating OfficeSALARY INFORMATION: $91,691.73 Annually / Pay Grade P / Job Code GSM014Job ResponsibilitiesThe Internal Services Director oversees the agency’s internal operations related to purchasing, contracts, and facilities management, ensuring these functions operate efficiently, transparently, and in alignment with agency goals and applicable regulations. The position provides strategic and operational leadership, develops and enforces internal policies and procedures, and ensures the timely delivery of high-quality administrative support services to all divisions and programs.Typical TasksLeadership and AdministrationProvides leadership and direction to teams responsible for purchasing/procurement, contracts administration, and facilities operations.Hires, trains, evaluates, and develops assigned staff; takes corrective action as necessary to ensure performance standards are met.Establishes internal controls, standard operating procedures, and performance metrics to ensure effective service delivery and compliance.Participates in strategic and operational planning to align internal service functions with agency priorities.Purchasing and Procurement ManagementOversees all purchasing activities to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local procurement regulations, as well as agency policies.Reviews and approves purchase requisitions, bid solicitations, and vendor selection processes.Develops and maintains vendor relationships; negotiates terms, pricing, and service agreements to achieve best value for the agency.Implements systems to track and report purchasing activity, monitor contract spending, and forecast procurement needs.Contracts AdministrationManages the full lifecycle of contracts, including drafting, review, negotiation, approval, and renewal.Ensures contracts are executed in accordance with legal requirements and funding source stipulations.Coordinates with the Office of Administration and Finance to ensure appropriate documentation and risk management.Develops and maintains a central repository for contract records and monitors key contract milestones and deliverables.Facilities and Operations ManagementOversees day-to-day facility operations for five health centers and one warehouse , including maintenance, repairs, space planning, fleet management, security, and safety compliance.Oversees vendor services such as janitorial, security, and utilities management.Develops and implements preventive maintenance schedules and capital improvement plans.Collaborates with leadership on long-range facility planning, leases, and renovation projects.Financial and Policy OversightDevelops and manages the Internal Services budget; monitors expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility.Prepares and presents reports on purchasing trends, contract performance, and facility metrics to leadership.Leads the development, review, and implementation of internal policies, procedures, and guidelines for operational efficiency and compliance.Ensures all activities align with agency goals, audit standards, and applicable laws and regulations.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Six years of experience managing professional level staffOR Ten years of related professional experience AND Six years managing at the level equivalent to area of assignmentOR Six years of experience required at the lower-level Sr Mgr 2, Business Ops (GSM013) or position equivalent.Note: An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.Additional InformationNOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason. Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov. Standard Benefits For Full-Time Salaried EmployeesIn addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.Standard Benefits For Part-Time EmployeesPart-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.01The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?YesNo02Are you a current employee of DeKalb Public Health?YesNo03Have you ever worked for the Agency DeKalb Board of Health/ DeKalb Public Health that you are applying for?YesNo04What is your highest level of education completed?Master's DegreeBachelor's DegreeAssociate's DegreeHigh School DiplomaGED05Do you hold at least a bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field?YesNo06Do you have ten (10) or more years of professional experience managing internal service functions if you do not hold a degree?YesNoNot Applicable07Do you meet the minimum qualification of six (6) years managing at the Sr. Manager or equivalent level?YesNo08Have you directly supervised professional-level staff for at least six (6) years?YesNo09Have you previously led teams responsible for purchasing/procurement, contracts, and facilities management?YesNo10Have you developed or implemented standard operating procedures or internal controls for operational compliance?YesNo11Do you have experience aligning internal operations with an organization’s strategic goals or performance metrics?YesNo12Have you managed an agency-wide administrative support function that served multiple divisions or departments?YesNo13Have you overseen procurement processes in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations?YesNo14Have you reviewed or approved bid solicitations, RFPs, or vendor contracts exceeding $25,000?YesNo15Have you negotiated vendor pricing or service agreements to achieve cost savings or value improvements?YesNo16Have you implemented or used a procurement tracking or reporting system (e.g., Team Georgia Marketplace, Workday, or similar ERP)?YesNo17Do you have experience conducting procurement audits or compliance reviews?YesNo18Have you managed the full lifecycle of contracts—from drafting to renewal or closeout?YesNo19Have you coordinated contract reviews with Legal, Finance, or external funding agencies?YesNo20Have you maintained a centralized contract repository or tracking system?YesNo21Have you monitored key contract deliverables, deadlines, or performance metrics?YesNo22Have you managed contracts funded through federal or state grant programs?YesNo23Have you managed facility operations across multiple sites or health centers?YesNo24Have you overseen building maintenance, repairs, or capital improvement projects?YesNo25Have you managed contracts for janitorial, security, or fleet management services?YesNo26Have you developed or implemented a preventive maintenance plan for facilities?YesNo27Do you have experience ensuring safety, compliance, and space utilization in accordance with OSHA or local codes?YesNo28Have you developed or managed a departmental or operational budget?YesNo29Have you prepared or presented financial or operational performance reports to executive leadership?YesNo30Have you written or revised agency policies or procedural guidelines related to operations or compliance?YesNo31Have you participated in or led an audit or risk-management review?YesNo32Are you familiar with public sector financial or procurement regulations in the State of Georgia?YesNoRequired QuestionEmployer Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)Address 200 Piedmont Ave, SEWest TowerAtlanta, Georgia, 30334Website http://dph.georgia.gov