DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES

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　　DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES

　　Salary

　　Depends on Qualifications

　　Location

　　Baton Rouge, LA

　　Job Type

　　Unclassified

　　Job Number

　　SSD2023-123

　　Department

　　SSC Special School District

　　Opening Date

　　01/17/2024

　　Closing Date

　　1/31/2024 11:59 PM Central

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Supplemental Information

　　Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

　　The Louisiana Special Schools are experiencing a critical shortage of certified teachers, school counselors, interpreters and educators of the Deaf or hard of hearing.

　　The LA SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking applicants for a

　　DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES

　　This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA.

　　The Louisiana Special Schoolsdo not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in our programs and activities, and we provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination may be referred to Santa Patterson, Human Resources Director at [email protected] .

　　RELEASE OF ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION INFORMATION: La. R.S. 17:3884(D) requires that any school board wishing to hire a person who has been assessed or evaluated pursuant to the Children First Act, La. R.S. 17:3871, et seq., whether that person is already employed by that school system or not, shall request such person's assessment and evaluation results as part of the application process. Please be advised that, as part of the mandated process, your previous assessment and evaluation results will be requested. You have the opportunity to apply, review the information received, and provide any response or information you deem appropriate.

　　Physical Activity Level:

　　The employee must be able to perform assigned duties without significant risk of substantial harm to his/her own safety/security and the safety/security of others. Some work is performed in physically comfortable positions with little or light physical effort, and some work requires moderate effort. Physical requirements are subject to reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA standards.

　　There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. Specific information about this job will be provided to you in the interview process, should you be selected.

　　No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the 'Application Status' link after logging into their account.

　　Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Youmustinclude all relevant education and experience on your official State application.

　　Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application or faxed to (225) 763-5523. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.

　　Qualifications

　　Qualifications

　　Bachelor degree in Public Administration or related area. Nine years of professional level experience including five years of administrative, supervisory experience in the areas of public administration, or management experience will substitute for the Bachelor degree.

　　Credentials of the applicant must include good human relations skills, leadership and supervisory skills.

　　Must possess, or be willing to acquire, expressive and receptive sign language skills. The minimum acceptable Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) level for effective job performance is Intermediate.

　　Job Concepts

　　Managerial Responsibilities

　　Provide professional administrative leadership and direction in the management of SSD facility operations including Facility Planning, Maintenance, Warehouse, Property Control, Fleet, Safety, and Use of Facilities programs.

　　Implement policies and regulations mandated by SSD and other state and federal regulatory agencies.

　　Assist in the development of policies and procedures affecting the schools and develop and establish long range strategic plans.

　　Function as the LSS operational officer ensuring timely, accurate reports that are prepared in accordance with state and federal laws.

　　Direct and monitor the Facility Planning, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Property Control budgeting, and accounting of all school funds for those areas. Prepare budgets, projects, and reports for the SSD Superintendent to present at legislative hearings.

　　Determine priorities of the Operations department within the parameters of budget constraints.

　　Exhibit knowledge of special education rules and regulations associated with implementation of state and federal laws.

　　Exhibit understanding of children with handicaps and their needs, especially the children with hearing and visual impairments served by the schools and demonstrate awareness of specialists, agencies, and organizations that serve children with disabilities and their families.

　　Demonstrate appropriate and effective office management skills such as planning, organizing and implementing.

　　Exercise good judgment in making decisions.

　　Maintain complete and accurate records and exercise confidentiality of information in accordance with requirements of the law.

　　Maintain a positive relationship with professional associates, state and local agencies, the community and the parents of the students.

　　Maintain a working relationship with the Office of Risk Management, Office of Public Health, State Fire Marshal, Department of Environmental Quality, Department of Natural Resources, Louisiana Property Assistance Agency, and other regulatory agency staff.

　　Supervisory Responsibilities

　　Supervise assigned staff providing leadership and coordination for a team approach.

　　Apply knowledge and skills of supervision to programs and personnel demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal skills.

　　Provide systematic operational management functions for the Schools through direction of activities ensuring all are in compliance with state and federal standards and procedures.

　　Delegate responsibilities as appropriate.

　　Plan and conduct staff observations and evaluations for performance accountability programs for classified employees according to the current approved performance appraisal system.

　　Provide for staff development.

　　Programmatic Responsibilities

　　Develop and direct the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the school’s various operational functions. Communicate with agency personnel concerning their requests for services provided by the operations department.

　　Monitor current policies and procedures of the Operations department to ensure correct application; develop and implement new policies, procedures and internal controls to ensure efficient use of staff and that goals and objectives of the Operations department are achieved.

　　Research and implement cost saving measures and alternative means of operations to accomplish the stated mission of the Special Schools.

　　Function as the Schools’ Property Control Manager ensuring the safeguard and accountability of moveable property inventory in accordance with State law. Direct and monitor the taking of the inventory of school property and the preparation of the annual inventory report.

　　Administer the Use of Facilities procedures for interior and exterior facilities.

　　Attend DEQ workshops on manifest, notification, and annual reporting of hazardous waste to keep abreast of laws mandated by DEQ regarding storage and removal of the waste and advise appropriate school personnel on procedures to follow to ensure that the Campus is in compliance. Initiate corrective actions as needed, utilizing guidelines established by the DEQ. Compile Annual Hazardous Waste Reports to be submitted to DEQ.

　　Ensure Operations Department compliance with the Office of Risk Management (ORM) Safety Program and Emergency/Crisis Management and Response Program, including general safety, driver safety, bonds and crime, fleet management, equipment management, maintaining departmental emergency plans, staff training, universal emergency procedures and emergency drill exercises.

　　Execute activities related to regulatory agency audits, including the ORM safety audit, DNR pipeline safety audit, Dept. of Agriculture integrated pesticide management audit, DEQ hazardous materials audit, City of Baton Rouge wastewater audit, State Fire Marshal, Office of Public Health, etc. Coordinate documentation, campus escort, audit review and corrective action plans as necessary.

　　Ensure Operations Department personnel are properly certified for activities performed, including gas pipeline, pesticide management, refrigerant, CDL, asbestos management, etc.

　　Establish and ensure school wide compliance with internal controls to maintain accountability.

　　Direct, implement, & monitor the operation of the Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Program for the agency, to make sure buildings and equipment are maintained. Review existing procedures and make changes and upgrades were needed.

　　Work with the Executive Director on the school’s safety plan. Coordinate safety meetings, crisis team meetings, and give input on procedures.

　　Work with Operations staff on coordinating office moves, outer branch closures, and making sure procedures are in place to perform the duties safely and efficiently.

　　Work with Executive Director in writing job specifications, contracts, and develop and monitor new and renovation construction projects.

　　Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment within the Maintenance section.

　　Have working knowledge of LaGov software for warehouse and property control.

　　Have working knowledge of PES evaluation systems.

　　Professional Conduct

　　Demonstrate reliability and punctuality in attendance and in meeting obligations.

　　Exhibit professional ethics.

　　Exhibit initiative and recognize and follow established communication channels.

　　Exhibit a willingness to accept and use suggestions for improvement.

　　Use time effectively.

　　May be required to develop and implement a Professional Growth Plan in consultation with the designated supervisor.

　　May be required to complete a self-evaluation.

　　Maintain an appropriate student-adult relationship and respect the individual worth and dignity of each student.

　　Participate in school sponsored activities.

　　Demonstrate effective expressive and receptive sign language skills.

　　Perform other duties as assigned.

　　Examples of Work

　　See Job Concepts

　　Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

　　01

　　I understand that information on this application may be subject to investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material omission, including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible register, and/or subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or dismissal from state service.

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge? If 'YES', give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A.

　　03

　　Do you have experience in LaGov? If you have no previous experience, type N/A.

　　04

　　Please describe any experience you may have had in developing agency policies and/or procedures; individual goals;developing social services programs, etc.

　　05

　　Are you able to communicate using American Sign Language?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　Are you a retiree from a LA State retirement system? If yes, please indicate which system.

　　Yes

　　No

　　07

　　Are you a current or former employee of SSD?

　　Yes

　　No

　　08

　　Are you related to a current employee of SSD?

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　State of Louisiana

　　Address

　　For agency contact information, please refer to

　　the supplemental information above.

　　Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

　　Phone

　　(866) 783-5462

　　Website

　　http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm

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