Complex Project Manager

Los Angeles Unified School District

1d • $126,300 - $156,700 • Onsite

About The Position

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

Requirements

• Promotional status is required. Must be a current or retired employee of LAUSD with 130 paid days in regular status in the Classified Service or permanent status in the Certificated Service or have been laid-off within the past 39 months from a regular, permanent LAUSD position in which you passed probation.
• Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.
• Two years of experience in the supervision of District-wide or area-based facilities support operations.
• OR Four years of experience coordinating and overseeing multiple-discipline facilities projects.
• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and use of a motor vehicle.
• Candidates must obtain a Maintenance Planner Certificate by the end of the probationary period.

Nice To Haves

• Sixty semester units or equivalent quarter units from a recognized college or university preferably in the areas of Construction Technology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field is highly preferable.
• Some positions may require special knowledge or experience for which selective certification may be made according to the Education Code Section45277, AB2125. Verified competence in one or more of the following areas may be considered in filling some positions in the job classification: Small Operational Unit Management: 3 years of experience supervising skilled trade personnel or operations (custodial, landscape, pest management) units.
• Knowledge of principles of organization, management, and supervision
• Knowledge of pertinent sections of District collective bargaining agreements
• Knowledge of current practices, processes, and materials in the maintenance and repair field, including the construction, installation, and maintenance of school buildings and grounds
• Knowledge of regulations, policies, procedures, materials, and equipment related to custodial, gardening, window washing, and pest management activities
• Knowledge of characteristics of school, shop, and office equipment and the specialized crafts required for their maintenance
• Knowledge of District standards and legal provisions governing school building construction, maintenance, budgeting, and finance
• Knowledge of Cal-OSHA requirements as they affect maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of Local and State building codes and safety regulations
• Knowledge of basic District personnel rules, regulations, practices, and policies
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate maintenance, construction, repair, capital outlay and operations programs for school buildings, grounds, and equipment
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with school and business personnel and the public
• Ability to recognize and deal effectively with personnel problems
• Ability to interpret and express policies, regulations, and other matters clearly and concisely in writing and orally
• Ability to analyze and interpret computerized management information reports
• Ability to estimate material and labor costs
• Ability to coordinate and conduct training programs
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to work well under pressure on multiple priorities and short deadlines
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate the work of direct and non-direct reporting personnel
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to make effective oral presentations

Responsibilities

• Serves as the Facilities Services Division's representative for the implementation of all facilities activities of a defined group of schools or administrative sites, including major maintenance, operations, alterations and improvements, modernizations, new construction, and portable building installations or removals.
• May also manage operational units under the direction of a higher-level manager.
• Coordinates facilities projects at schools and administrative sites in consultation with site administrators, and senior management personnel, Operations Program Managers, Area Operations Supervisors, as well as project managers, architects, and engineers.
• Coordinates the planning, organization, prioritization, and scheduling of maintenance and operations activities; verifies funding sources; provides advice regarding regulations, procedures, and standards concerning maintenance and operations activities; identifies and resolves safety issues; and resolves complaints and inquiries.
• Meets with administrators, parents, and community representatives to plan, organize, prioritize and schedule maintenance and operations activities.
• Inspects sites as required to identify maintenance and operations needs and as required by regulatory agencies.
• Supervises the preparation of specifications for maintenance and capital outlay contracts and for equipment; initiates contract requests, and inspects and accepts contract maintenance work.
• Approves scope of work for construction and major maintenance projects with guidance of technical subject matter experts as needed.
• Represents site administrators at project planning and construction meetings.
• Reviews reports of job status to insure timely scheduling and completion of projects and provides follow-up with school site to keep site administrators informed.
• Consults with site administrators regarding operations issues, including custodial, gardening, tree maintenance, and pest management.
• Coordinates the implementation of operations programs with operations management personnel.
• Oversees responses to calls concerning vandalism, fires, and other emergencies; inspects sites and requests personnel to perform cleanup and related work in coordination with other District personnel and local agencies.
• Manages maintenance units or small operational units of special programs, by administering and supervising the activities and/or personnel involved in maintenance and operations activities.
• Reviews and takes appropriate actions on non-stock material requisitions, job orders, purchase orders, and payment requests, and allocated personnel and equipment for various jobs.
• Advises on the preparation of budgets for maintenance and alterations and improvements projects and equipment.
• Supervises and participates in personnel matters such as employee performance evaluations, leaves of absences, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• May receive night and weekend emergency calls and initiate appropriate action.
• May substitute for the Area Facilities Services Director during absences.
• May assist in the verification of work compliance by contractors.
• Provides oversight and conducts training for site-assigned Maintenance Workers.
• May serve as project or construction manager on some contracted or in-house projects.

Benefits

• District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.
• Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
• 24 days each year vacation.
• Up to 13 days paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED