Bond Director

Douglas County School District•Wilcox, GA

1d•$112,982 - $177,052•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as the central point of coordination, communication, and decision-making for the District’s 2024 $490M Bond. The position bridges District school sites, departments, leadership, and external partners and authorities having jurisdiction to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and budget to protect the District’s long-term operational and financial interests. Performs management, oversight and reporting of construction schedules and budgets as key elements of the role. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills are essential as is the ability to present to a wide range of technical and non-technical audiences. This position will be funded for approximately 2 to 3 years and reports to the Chief Operations Officer and the Chief Financial Officer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance or related field
Potential supervisory duties of District staff and Owner’s Representative(s) employees may be required.
Assignments could include being in the elements and could include heat, snow, rain, and other weather-related conditions.
May require travel in and around Denver metro area using personal vehicle.
Occasional lifting of 5 (five) pounds
Frequent sitting and standing
Occasional bending, squatting, or standing
Three to five (3-5) years of progressive leadership experience with successful planning and execution of capital improvement projects and programs for the public sector
Ability to effectively communicate and present to stakeholders and the community, including the public, community groups, the Board of Education, other District departments, agencies, and contractors
Ability to prioritize projects and strong problem-solving skills
Ability to use general office equipment
Customer service, interpersonal relations, and public relations skills
Demonstrated leadership with a collaborative decision making and management approach
Good research skills and attention to detail
Maintains a generally positive attitude
Observes all District policies and procedures
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Google Suite (specifically Google Mail, Google Documents and Sheets, and Google Calendar)
Project/Program Management software
Receptive to feedback
Self-motivated and able to multitask
Strong analytical approach
Strong computer skills; flexibility
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong written and oral communications skills

Nice To Haves

Experience executing school bond capital projects and working with Authorities Having Jurisdiction preferred
Three to five (3-5) years of experience presenting to government/public entities

Responsibilities

Provide CFO, COO and District leadership with clear, consistent, decision-ready reporting on the progress and direction of the bond program.
Prepare and deliver regular status reports and briefings to the Superintendent on program progress, risks, and key decisions.
Present program updates, budget position, and strategic recommendations to Cabinet.
Provide reporting and documentation to the MBOC (bond oversight committee) to demonstrate accountability and transparency in the use of bond funds.
Support communication and formal reporting to the School Board, including presentations, approvals, and responses to Board inquiries.
Translate detailed project and financial information into concise, leadership-level summaries that support informed decision-making.
Serve as the primary liaison between the bond program and District stakeholders, ensuring each group has timely, relevant information and a clear channel for input.
Maintain regular communication with principals/site leaders on project timing, site impacts, phasing, and expectations during construction.
Coordinate with BASE and Facility Use Leaders to align bond work with program needs, scheduling, and space use.
Partner with I.T. to ensure technology scope, infrastructure, and rollout are integrated into project planning and handoff.
Work with Security to incorporate safety and security requirements into project design, execution, and occupancy.
Coordinate closely with O&M on constructability, maintainability, standards, and the transition of completed work into district operations.
Engage other departments (e.g., transportation, nutrition services, facilities planning, student support) as needed so their requirements are captured early, and conflicts are surfaced before they impact scope or schedule.
Prepare presentations and reports to provide fiscal transparency and bond program schedule progress and updates to the Board of Education, MBOC, and stakeholders as needed.
Attend school, community and civic meetings to present information, receive community input, and advocate for the District.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Hold decision-making authority on the strategic direction of the bond program and the day-to-day choices that keep work moving.
Make recommendations on the large-scale use of contingency and overall bond strategy, weighing program priorities, risk, and long-term District needs. Coordinate with the COO and CFO to confirm recommendations with District leadership.
Hold weekly executive Bond team meetings to allow for the more operational, day-to-day decisions that arise through the ongoing execution of the school bond, escalating higher-impact items when appropriate.
Provide program-wide coordination across all projects and partners, and establish systems and standards to facilitate efficient, consistent execution of the bond program.
Coordinate schedules and scope between the Owner’s Representative, Construction Director, IT Director, Security Director and O&M Director across all projects being executed throughout the District. Ensure coordination between both bond-funded and other District projects to prevent conflicts and keep work sequenced appropriately.
Develop and implement improved bond systems for coordination and planning, creating repeatable processes, tools, and workflows that improve visibility and reduce reliance on ad-hoc efforts.
Establish and document District standards that incorporate O&M desires and priorities, while ensuring long-term financial competitiveness on District projects. Facilitate decision-making that balances operational quality with cost efficiency over the life of the assets.
Coordinate with District staff to ensure all bond equipment purchases meet educational, safety, technical and facility code requirements and District standards.
Possess a complete, current understanding of the full bond budget and how funds are allocated, committed, and spent across the program.
Monitor and report actual and forecasted expenditures for all bond program components. Coordinate with COO and CFO for any corrective action to remain within budget or for use of contingency funds.
Coordinate with District finance staff and external partners to ensure spending stays aligned with bond authorization, program priorities, and cash-flow needs.
Support financial reporting requirements tied to bond accountability and oversight.

Benefits

health insurance
vision insurance
dental insurance
health savings account (HSA)
flexible spending accounts (FSA)
District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
short and long-term disability
critical illness and accident voluntary insurance
employee assistance program (EAP)
voluntary 401(k)
403(b)
457 retirement plan options
voluntary 403(b) savings plan with up to 4% District match for up to 5 years from date of hire
paid off-track
sick time
personal time