DISTRICT Director of Capital Projects and Planning

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Affiliated Administrator (AN)
Status: Full-Year Full-Time (Salary Exempt)

Contract: Non-Affiliated - Contract Addendum A

Reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations

Master Agreement

Benefit Summary

Retirement Benefits

General Summary:

The Director of Capital Projects and Planning is responsible for the planning implementation and budgeting of the districts long-term capital plan. This position has primary responsibility in the development and upkeep of the Districts long-term capital infrastructure plan and will be expected to work closely with a wide variety of stakeholders and constituents in managing this plan. The Director of Capital Projects and Planning reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Uses LEAN Continuous Improvement techniques and tools in all facets of work.
2. Plans and implements an effective program for the improvement of district facilities and equipment.
3. Oversees the development and update of capital program policies procedures and manuals to convey minimum expected standards of quality.
4. Works closely with the Director of Facilities to ensure facilities work occurs in a manner that minimizes disruption to regular operations and is supported by the Facilities Department.
5. Works closely with the Districts Finance Office on District bond issuance to ensure access to the financing needed to complete projects within the designated timelines.
6. Monitors and develops reports on the Capital planning budget(s).
7. Provides leadership in planning and implementing construction project; including assisting with the selection of architects engineering firms work specifications and bid documents.
8. Assists in contract negotiations with design and construction professionals and monitors their compliance with their respective contracts.
9. Responsible for preparation and evaluation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for design and construction professionals.
10. Establishes priorities for critical capital needs and asset replacement.
11. Available for emergency calls 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
12. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred. Prefer prior experience in a school setting. Previous experience with construction projects and planning required.
2. Must be proficient in technology related to this position.
3. Proven ability to review analyze and summarize data and make critical decisions.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
5. Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders.
6. Must have proven team building skills and familiarity with LEAN Continuous Improvement methods.
7. Previous planning experience with ability to carry out action plans.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

1. Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis to the office.
2. Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
3. The person in this position needs to be able to move about the office setting including stooping or crouching to access file cabinets office machinery etc.
4. Regular use of computer and other office equipment (printer/copy machine etc.)
5. The ability to listen and effectively communicate both written and orally information and ideas to a diverse population.
6. Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
7. Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
8. Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress or conflict situations.
9. Occasionally moves boxes and office supplies weighing up to 20 lbs across the office for various needs.
10. Ability to drive to various locations throughout the district.

Environmental Conditions:

This is a largely sedentary assignment with most of the duties performed on a computer or phone in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines.

Work Schedules:

Must be available for overtime and/or emergency overtime before and/or after regular scheduled workday when necessary.

Background Checks:

The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

Required Experience:

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