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Senior Executive Director of Building Services

Durham Public SchoolsDurham, NC, United States

22 days ago

Job description

Position Type :

Administration / Executive Director

Date Posted : 9 / 11 / 2024

Location :

Hamlin Road Facilities

Date Available : 11 / 22 / 2024

Closing Date : 10 / 31 / 2024

Position Number : Assignment Type :

Position Term :

150017

Continuing

12 Month

FTE : Hours :

Classification :

Classified

Salary or Hourly Rate :

State Salary Schedule

Contact Name : Dr. Todd LoFrese

Contact Phone Number :

Contact Email Address :

Exempt Senior Executive Director of Building Services

General Definition of Work

The Senior Executive Director of Building Services, under minimal supervision, performs senior level work with extensive decision making discretion supervising the design, deployment, and coordination of facility related operations to ensure continuous improvement processes in all departments in the construction, renovation, maintenance, and operation of facilities. Employee performs highly advanced and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to Facility and Maintenance Services under the direction of the Deputy Superintendent of Operational Services.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary / Status

State Salary Schedule / Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Deputy Superintendent of Operational Services

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Durham Public Schools. Durham Public Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff / programs in the district
Prepare and maintain the maintenance and facilities budget and cost account records
Establish and maintain data concerning facility operations, operations efficiency, capacity, district growth, placement of schools and student demographics to assist in short- and long-range planning for facilities
Collaborate and coordinate with school planning
Organize and guide facilities task force to establish a long range (10 year) facility plan and work with local government agencies to deploy the plan and establish funding
Maintain and update the state mandated 5-year capital needs survey
Develop and recommend capital and current expense budgets based on department feedback, facility audits / task force recommendations and district plan
Prioritize and assign projects based on data collected from staff, schools, and professional needs assessments
Collaborate and provide recommendations on inclement weather as a member of the emergency preparedness team
Collaborate and coordinate with Risk Management all efforts on environmental concerns

Senior Executive Director of Building Services

Monitor and recommend funding from all sources (Current Expense, Capital Funds, Bond Funds and Lottery Funds) by developing integrated budgets to implement board approved facility plans and projects

Oversee district compliance with regulatory agencies such as Fire Marshal, Health Department, Inspections, and other City / County agencies

Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly

Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training

Create an inclusive environment with positive communication / public relations

Facilitate the development of the department's improvement plan

Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local polices / codes and procedures regarding facility management, planning, maintenance, and construction

Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to school system surplus and fixed assets

Skilled in technology with demonstrated ability to use spreadsheet software and word processing software

Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress

Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor

Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs

Ability to develop, monitor, and implement a fiscally sound budget

Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others

Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings / mediums

Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business

Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy

Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement

Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and / or current programs

Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Senior Executive Director of Building Services

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in architecture, planning, engineering, or related area

Five (5) years' experience in managing commercial construction projects through planning, budgeting, design, bidding, construction, etc.

Equivalent combination of experience and education

Special Requirements

Possess and maintain a NC Driver's License

Must maintain a safe driving record

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Work requires the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication

Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment

Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings / work

Ability to move to other work locations

Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities

Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications

Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology

Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions

Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions

Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress

Must be on-call as a regular part of the job

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state / federal agencies.

Durham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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Executive Director of Building Svcs-DPS.docx

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