Maryland Department of General Services

DGS hosted its Earth Day event this week, bringing together partners from across the State to highlight innovation and progress in sustainability! Secretary Chaudhry delivered remarks and presented the Maryland EV Champion Award to Joseph Hester from the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, recognizing his leadership, advocacy, and initiative in advancing electric vehicle adoption across Maryland. Attendees had the opportunity to explore tables showcasing green products and organizations working to build a more sustainable future for Maryland. The event also featured exciting electric vehicle demonstrations, including the opportunity to ride and drive some of the State’s growing fleet of electric vehicles, as well as an electric bus. Thank you to everyone who came out to explore and learn with us!

In recognition of Arab American Heritage Month, DGS celebrates the contributions of our Arab American employees and honors the rich cultures and communities across Maryland. We appreciate all that you bring to our workplace and our state!

Yesterday, a number of bills were signed into law, including two key efforts supported by DGS that passed unanimously and will make a real impact across the State: The Maryland Capitol Police Statewide Jurisdiction bill expands MCP authority, significantly enhancing the State’s ability to protect the public, employees, visitors, and critical assets wherever they’re needed. The Competitive Proof of Concept Procurement bill brings a more flexible method to procurement, allowing agencies to test proposals, evaluate what works, and move forward with confidence, all within a structured and transparent process. These efforts will help deliver better services, stronger protections, and greater value for Marylanders—thank you to everyone who played a role in making this possible!

Join DGS Project Managers for a review of upcoming capital construction projects and an opportunity to network with vendors. This in-person event will provide contractors and vendors in the construction industry with an opportunity to gain deeper insight into upcoming capital construction projects while building valuable connections with industry peers and project stakeholders. Scan the QR code or use the link in the comments to register.

Secretary Atif Chaudhry joined Comptroller Brooke Lierman and partners to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the new Comptroller’s Office location in Bel Air, where he delivered remarks highlighting the impact of this investment in the community. “At DGS, our mission as a support agency is to build a foundation through infrastructure and operational support that allow state agencies like the Comptroller’s Office to focus on what matters most: serving Marylanders. This relocation is a strong example of that work in action.” This new facility is one of several projects led in partnership between DGS and the Comptroller’s Office to expand access to state services and better serve communities across Maryland!

New job opportunity! 🚨 We’re hiring a contractual IT Functional Analyst (Technical Product Manager) to join the Business Enterprise Administration! In this role, you will support the implementation, adoption, and enhancement of technology platforms while leading product strategy and process improvement initiatives. You will define and manage the product roadmap, gather and translate business and user requirements into technical solutions, oversee system integration and performance, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and ensure technology solutions meet State standards. Don’t miss out—apply by May 7th! Link in the comments below ⬇️

Take Your Kids to Work Day at DGS was a hit! From games and icebreakers to hands-on activities at our career fair, kids got a close-up look at what their parents and family members do each day. Each division brought something different to the table, giving the kids a chance to learn, try things out, and ask questions. They also got to meet the furry members of the Maryland Capitol Police K9 unit and check out MCP vehicles! The day included a welcome from Secretary Atif Chaudhry and wrapped up with a fun Q&A filled with great questions and fun suggestions for next year's event. An exciting day all around and a great opportunity for families to spend time together while giving them a closer look at the work happening at DGS every day. Thank you to everyone who participated!

Today, DGS celebrates the hard work, dedication, and lasting impact of our Administrative Professionals. These team members are essential to our success, supporting operations, teams, and leadership throughout the department. Leaders and colleagues came together to show their appreciation, highlighting the many ways Administrative Professionals contribute to our mission each day. We extend our sincere thanks to all Administrative Professionals for the vital role they play in keeping our work moving forward.

This Earth Day, we went beyond a single day of recognition and celebrated all month long. DGS hosted a series of webinars focused on key environmental and sustainability topics—from green building and energy standards to electric vehicle grant opportunities, and responsible recycling. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to these important conversations. Together, we’re continuing to build a more sustainable future. Missed a session or want to revisit the conversation? Check out the full playlist in the comments below.

In recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, our Maryland Capitol Police dispatchers gave Secretary Atif Chaudhry and Deputy Secretary Joh Sedtal a firsthand look at what it takes to do such an important job. From learning the system to handling mock calls, they stepped into the role and experienced just a small part of the essential work our dispatchers take on every day. Their final “call” was one they were ready for though—showing appreciation for the team that keeps communication moving and supports emergency response across our state facilities.