Property Management Liaison

IntroductionThe State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Facilities Management Division is now accepting applications from qualified individuals for a Property Management Liaison position. The Facilities Management Division oversees a statewide real estate portfolio of approximately 6 million square feet, including commercial office buildings, high rise facilities, laboratory spaces, and structured parking. The division manages an annual operating budget of approximately $30 million and is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable building operations across all properties.

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THE ROLE

The Property Management Liaison will be assigned responsibility for approximately one third of this portfolio and will serve as the facilities management lead for their designated buildings. This role carries significant responsibility for the performance, maintenance, and reliability of complex building systems—including HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, life safety systems, vertical transportation, energy management systems, and associated infrastructure. The Liaison will oversee operations, monitor preventive and corrective maintenance, support capital planning efforts, and ensure that all building services are delivered within established budgetary parameters. The role requires judgment in balancing operational needs and fiscal stewardship.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Monday - Friday scheduleFull-time (40 hours per week)First shift The primary reporting location is 450 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, with regular travel to assigned facility locations throughout the stateHybrid work environment (combination of on-site and remote work)After hours availability is required to respond to building emergencies

ABOUT US

DAS provides timely and cost-effective services to state agencies, state employees, municipalities, private industry, and the public. DAS offers a diverse array of programs, encompassing statewide human resources, information technology, fleet vehicle services, building and construction, procurement, grants administration, and beyond. Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of CT employee! Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.AFTER YOU APPLY: Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at .This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Sharon McIntosh, at View email address on click.appcast.io.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Administrative Services this class is accountable for performing as a specialist in property management functions to ensure contractual compliance by vendors and contractors under departmental jurisdiction. EXAMPLES OF DUTIESPerforms specialized property management oversight duties of security, maintenance, custodial and other services provided by vendors and contractors for state buildings and grounds and/or tenants of space leased by the state;Oversees contractual compliance of property management firms;Ensures contractors stay within budget;Recommends budgetary adjustments;Authorizes projects and emergency work for assigned buildings and grounds;Coordinates and oversees preventive maintenance and energy conservation programs for assigned buildings;Serves on vendor/contractor selection panels;Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies, contractors, vendors, tenants and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;Monitors and audits vendor compliance with state environmental, certification, permit, safety and security requirements;Investigates liability and claim issues;Performs property inspections;Prepares and reviews financial reports and correspondence;May review or prepare project plans, specifications and cost estimates for building renovations;May make recommendations on policies, procedures, standards and specifications; Performs related duties as required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYKnowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures;relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;state of the art security, building operations and maintenance procedures and techniques;energy conservation methods and techniques;tenant agency requirements;contract administration;budget preparation and control;trades including building, custodial and grounds;Considerable interpersonal skills;oral and written communication skills;Ability to prepare and analyze financial documents and reports;utilize computer software;Supervisory ability.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Seven (7) years of experience in general business management, property management or business contract administration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in property management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience overseeing commercial office operations with budgets over $2M, including negotiating and approving service contracts, managing facility budgets, and reviewing financial reportsExperience conducting field investigations of building deficiencies, preparing scopes of work, providing project oversight to include supervisor vendors and evaluating performanceExperience administering Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to manage preventive maintenance schedules and process reactive work ordersExperience serving as a liaison among tenant representatives, architects, engineers, insurance inspectors, project managers, and building officialsExperience with commercial building systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, fire, life safety, basic building envelope componentsExperience interpreting system documentation and communicating with contractors and technical personnelSPECIAL REQUIREMENTSIncumbents in this class will be required to travel.Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.ConclusionAN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Location Hartford, CT Date Opened

9/24/2026 12:00:00 AM

Salary $86,210* - $111,349/year (*New state employees start at the minimum) Job Type Open to the Public Close Date

10/7/2026 11:59:00 PM