TITLE: Senior Director of Capital Facilities

LOCATION: Administrative Service Center (ASC)

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

DEPARTMENT: Facilities

Hours / Work Times

Generally 8 Hours Per Day; 260 Days Per Year / July - June

This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected.

Pay adjustments, if applicable, will be made effective July 1. This job posting is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has exclusive right to alter the job responsibilities for the position at any time without notice.

Position Duration: Permanent

Classification Group: Management/Confidential

Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information click EPS Benefits Information.
• Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.

Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, religious, parental, judicial and bereavement leave.

We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation including fingerprints Click here for Fingerprinting Services.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

STANCE STATEMENT:

Demographic group commits Evergreen Public Schools to eliminating the predictability of outcomes and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire and retain employees of all racial ethnic/cultural and national backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local, national and global community.

SUMMARY STATEMENT:

Under the supervision of the Superintendent, the Senior Director of Capital Facilities serves as the district representative in planning and developing facilities and new construction, including allocation of staff and resources, ensuring that jobs are completed efficiently and within regulatory guidelines and projected deadlines, while monitoring the annual budgets for the department and evaluating assigned programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise, manage, and evaluate the Director of Maintenance, Construction Project Manager, and facilities personnel.
• Coordinate with the Senior Director of Facilities to divide oversight of the employees, Central Receiving, Print Center, and Records Retention Center.
• Prioritize and collaboratively plans with the Senior Director of Facilities, Maintenance, Custodial, Grounds, and Construction Project Manager to ensure efficient use of resources and to contribute to an effective learning environment.
• Work with the Director of Maintenance to ensure grounds and equipment are properly maintained.
• Plans, coordinates, and manages the activities of staff in assigned departments; hires staff and assigns work; establishes clear performance expectations and evaluates staff based on results; initiates change in assignments and takes corrective measures.
• Coordinate the planning, funding design, and construction of capital improvement projects with maintenance and other departments, utility companies, local government agencies, grants, and other outside funding sources.
• In conjunction with the Superintendent, oversees all capital projects with respect to planning, design, procurement, construction budgeting, schedules, change orders, and project closeout.
• Acts as district contact with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) on capital projects, as needed. Ensures accurate completion and submission of “D” forms for all state match projects.
• Serve as a district representative during the planning, design, equipping, and move-in phases of assigned capital improvement projects.
• Works collaboratively with district administrators to establish district standards as they relate to facilities including room utilization, furniture, technology, classroom configurations, equipment, and materials.
• In conjunction with the leadership team, update the long-range plan (study and survey) in preparation for a potential bond initiative.
• Prioritizes bond and levy allocations for Maintenance, Custodial, and Facilities.
• Work independently, collaboratively, and timely while managing multiple projects and demands to meet deadlines and satisfy the expectations of multiple constituents.
• Maintain an Inventory of Current Facilities, data collection, and reporting to OSPI related to facilities and infrastructure.
• Prepare and provide timely and accurate written reports, including assistance with the Asset Preservation Plan and report annually to the School Board.
• Manage, negotiate, track and execute easements and other property encumbrances for all district properties.
• Supports in the negotiation of real property acquisitions for the construction and remodeling of schools and assists with long-range planning, including enrollment projections, program changes, and planning for capital renewal planning and execution.
• Represent the District at city and county meetings and hearings regarding land use and housing, including annual reviews and updates to the GMA, and communicate the district’s position on land use and planning that is favorable to quality and financially sustainable schools.
• Advocates the district’s position to the local and regional government concerning land use regulations, zoning, and community development codes and standards; represents the district on various local and regional committees.
• Oversees land use and discretionary permits on district properties; prepares, submits, and coordinates public presentations to city and county officials, hearing examiners, planning commissions, and architectural design boards.
• Update the 6-year Capital Facilities Plan in compliance with the Growth Management Act (GMA) for adoption by Clark County, the City of Vancouver, and the City of Camas to ensure school facilities will be available to serve new growth and development.
• Acts as responsible SEPA Official. Coordinates collection of district project and future project data and issues threshold determination. Assures district responsibility and legality as set by RCW 43.21C. Supervises the review of proposed projects of other jurisdictions that may have an impact on the district. Supervises the preparation of the district’s SEPA response to proposed developments.
• Track subdivision and residential development and respond to developers regarding growth.
• Responsible for pre-qualifying, negotiating terms and creating contracts with engineers, architects, consultants, construction managers, and contractors.
• Ensures compliance with contracting laws and code regulations including the preparation of documents and presentation to the Board of Directors for all approvals to advertise to bid, acceptance of bids, and approval of all construction-related contracts.
• Uphold and assist in enforcing district procedures, rules, administrative regulations, board policies, and Code of Professional Conduct.
• Ensures district compliance with regard to Title IX facility issues.
• Communicate with staff, supervisors, program participants, and community in a clear, effective, respectful, timely, and supportive manner.
• Develop cultural competence and a commitment to equity in outcomes and opportunities for adults and students.
• Nurture a school environment that celebrates, respects, and values diversity where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
• Publically draws attention to all equity gaps that exist for various groups of students with plans to address their elimination.
• Initiate activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence of staff, informing and expanding teaching practices within classrooms.
• Provide and/or facilitate training of staff with regard to the most effective practices which lead to higher student achievement regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or prior academic achievement.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree required in Architecture, Engineering (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical), Planning, or Construction Management.
• Successful completion of a Master’s Degree preferred in Architecture, Engineering (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical), Planning, Construction Management, or Educational Administration.
• Minimum of three years of multi-site facilities management experience in facilities planning, construction, building maintenance, custodial services, and budget.
• Demonstrated ability to manage construction activities and develop/implement long-range plans.
• Successful experience in selecting, training, motivating, and evaluating employees.
• Strong collaborative leadership abilities, building and maintaining relationships, and acting as liaison with community organizations, citizen groups, and other municipal agencies.
• Successful completion of a Washington State Patrol background check.
• Ability to demonstrate effective written and oral communications with diverse community members including students, staff, parents, and community stakeholders.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural and diverse socio-economic setting with architects, engineers, regulatory authorities, consultants, contractors, district staff/administrators, the development community, and neighborhood associations.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate collaborative problem-solving and promote consensus with groups having diverse perspectives and interests.
• Ability to work collaboratively with local agencies and officials, both city and county, on matters concerning district property easements and access issues in conjunction with district construction projects and external development impacting district property, utility company upgrades, or right-of-way improvements.
• Organizational and time management skills and the ability to use conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to complete complex problem analysis, determine solutions options, and make recommendations through creativity, innovation, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• Knowledge of computer systems and networks and standard application software, including spreadsheet, word processing, and database packages,
• Evaluate, assess and improve the effectiveness of programs and procedures.
• Provide leadership and direction to others.
• Take individual initiative, accept responsibility, and be held accountable.
• Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have regular, consistent attendance.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality.

Equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work will be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:

• Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
• Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.
• Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
• Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
• The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.

Notice of Nondiscrimination:

Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: