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diverse and
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Strong teams build synergistic spaces. Whether you lead projects, have a journeyman's license, crunch numbers, or implement business strategies, we have a place for you. We are a growing REIT that values the perspectives of our most important investment –
our people.
Our Core Values
Accountability
Commitment
Teamwork
Integrity
Innovation
Value creation
Excellence
Total Rewards
Competitive Base Salary
Annual rate of pay for work performed
Restricted Stock
Equity ownership in the company NYSE: OFC
Annual Incentive Award (AIA)
COPT’s cash bonus awarded annually based on Company and individual performance
Comprehensive Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) w/ match, wellbeing programs, and generous paid time off
Talent Development
Opportunities to learn and grow with financial support
Recognition
Employee celebrations, commitment awards, engagement surveys, and more
Featured Positions
Paralegal + Lease Negotiator
Columbia, MD
Building Technician
McLean, VA
Project Engineer
Herndon, VA
Chief Building Technician
Baltimore, MD
Executive Assistant - COO
Columbia, MD
Benefits Highlights
Programs that support our employees’ careers community, physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.
Medical & Prescription Drugs
PPO, EPO with optional FSA, or HDHP with HSA Includes Rx (pharmacy, mail order, and international mail order).
Dental
Basic or Premium Plan: In-Network v. Out-of-Network flexibility.
Vision
Full vision plan including options In-Network and Out-of-Network.
Paid Time Off
Generous package promoting work-life balance: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holidays, Birthday, Parental, etc.
401(k) Plan
Retirement savings plan with competitive Company match.
Stock Ownership
Restricted shares granted to provide employees with Company ownership.
Educational Assistance
Annual monetary assistance up to the IRS maximum for eligible tuition expenses for employees enrolled in undergraduate, graduate and vocational programs.
Interactive Wellbeing Program
Incentive-based activities and challenges that promote awareness and healthier lifestyles.
Employee Referral Program
Our greatest strength is our people. Employees that refer top talent receive a financial award for new hire referrals.
Anniversary Celebration
Annual observance of the Company's formation as a publicly-traded organization: September 28, 1998.
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Awards
Baltimore Sun Top Workplaces
6 Consecutive Years
2016 - 2021
NAIOP Awards - Maryland Chapter
Best Office Redevelopment; Best LEED Office; Best Office Innovation
2018
Healthiest Maryland Business Award
6 Consecutive Years
2016 - 2021
GRESB Green Star Award
7 Consecutive Years
2015 - 2021
Giving Back
COPT Defense is authentically committed to our employees, tenants, communities, and shareholders, which is inherent in our culture and apparent in our actions. We have always focused on growing our inclusive partnerships and programs by supporting local and national organizations that deliver high-impact philanthropic results.
Corporate Grant Program
COPT Defense donates a percentage of annual revenues to 501(c)3 organizations.
Donate 8 Program
COPT Defense employees are encouraged to take eight (8) hours of paid time per year to volunteer.
COPT Cares Fridays
COPT Defense employees wear jeans on Fridays in exchange for a small donation to employee-nominated charities.
Associate Grant Program
Employees involved in philanthropic organizations in various capacities may submit a request for a corporate grant.