Senior Director, Business, Maintenance, Operations & Transportation

Downey Unified School District•Downey, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Promotional Only recruitment to establish an eligibility list and fill a vacancy. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. Positions in this classification are full-time 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. The recruitment process will consist of an evaluation of the submitted supplemental evaluation questionnaire and an oral technical interview, which is tentatively scheduled during the weeks of June 22-26, 2026. Qualified applicants will be notified by email. The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice.

Requirements

Master’s degree in business administration, engineering, or related field, five years of increasingly responsible experience directing or managing maintenance, operations, and/or transportation, including three years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
Or Master’s degree in business administration, engineering, or related field, five years of increasingly responsible experience directing or managing business operations, including three years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
Additional years of experience can be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Valid California driver's license.
Must be, and remain, insurable under the District's vehicle driver's insurance policy at the standard rate.
Methods, materials, and equipment used in the various building maintenance, custodial, and grounds specialties.
School business management, including enrollment systems and facility oversight.
Transportation routing, scheduling, and regulatory requirements.
Building construction, modernization, and renovation procedures.
Environmental standards and hazardous waste management.
Fiscal management, including budget development and cost analysis.
Applicable laws, regulations, and governmental codes.
Computer software programs related to scheduling, planning, designing, reporting, word processing, spreadsheet creation, and energy conservation.
Personnel management, supervision, and disciplinary practices and provisions of a collective bargaining agreement.
Read, interpret, and work from drawings, blueprints, and operate various related computer systems and software programs.
School business management, including but not limited to enrollment, facilities, and facility use.
Methods and means of estimating material and labor costs.
Prepare and present comprehensive reports.
Establish a positive and cooperative rapport, and maintain effective relationships with staff, administrators, school and office personnel, contractors, architects, engineers, and related governmental entities.
Supervise, train, and evaluate technical and support staff.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Operate motor vehicle safely within California Vehicle Code parameters.
Demonstrate behavior that is professional and responsible.
Be motivated to produce high-quality work product.
Make evaluations or decisions without immediate supervision.
Accept and carry out responsibility for directions, control, and planning.
Relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions, and influencing people on a consistent basis.
Demonstrate leadership to promote positive teamwork.
Demonstrate leadership, integrity, and fiscal accountability.
Exhibit integrity, ethical behavior, and strength of character.
Work independently and manage time effectively and flexibly to carry out tasks and respond to frequent emergencies.
Manage multiple simultaneous projects.
Demonstrate attendance sufficient to complete the duties of the position as required.
Demonstrate behavior in line with CHARACTER COUNTS! principles of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Desirable at the time of application: required transcripts or diploma

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Associate Superintendent, Business Services, plan, organize, direct, and implement assigned business services functions, including maintenance, grounds, operations, transportation, and facility use.
Advise the Superintendent and Associate Superintendent of Business Services in matters related to new program enrollment, fiscal, and budget development for assigned functions.
Provide leadership to improve operational efficiency, maximize resources, increase enrollment opportunities, and enhance fiscal sustainability in alignment with District goals and priorities.
Perform senior management duties including budget development and monitoring, policy maintenance, public relations, employee supervision and management, and special project analysis.
Provide leadership, administrative oversight, plans, implements, organizes, and directs the work of the maintenance, operations, grounds, and transportation department.
Assist in the development and implementation of innovative, high-leverage programs and strategic initiatives that increase the District’s enrollment, generate revenue, improve efficiency, and enhance long-term fiscal sustainability.
Oversee and approve all non-DUSD facility use requests and civic center activities; ensure compliance with District policies and regulations.
Assist the business services division by acting as a liaison with school sites; attend meetings to provide updates and coordination support, including graduations and promotions.
Serve as a participant in the analysis of economic forecasts, legislation, and fiscal and financial reviews.
Respond to the Williams Complaint process as it relates to District facilities and operations, attend inspections, and submit reports.
Act as a liaison with all facility users and city representatives related to district facilities and usage.
Serve as a participant in the District enrollment of new programs and timelines.
Assure proper care, cleaning, maintenance, and repair of grounds, building, and facilities, as well as vehicle maintenance, bus routing, training, and safety precautions; partner with Risk Manager to develop training and ensure safety compliance.
Develop and implement plans and programs to improve District grounds, facilities, and transportation, increase departmental efficiency, and reduce the cost of wear on buildings, equipment, and vehicles; recommend contingency plans, allocate resources and personnel in emergencies.
Assess the District’s need for repair, maintenance, cleaning, and general upkeep of building, equipment, grounds, and vehicles; oversee the use of district vehicles by site personnel, ensuring appropriate training.
Establish priorities for maintenance, operations, grounds, and transportation projects and direct the development of cleaning and repair schedules.
Develop the department’s budget and control expenditures. Allocate funds, labor, and materials to sites and projects as appropriate.
Plan and direct comprehensive facilities, operations, and grounds energy management and integrated pest management plan.
Direct the District’s planned and predictive maintenance plan; remain current concerning pending and existing state legislation.
Establish and maintain liaison with architects, engineers, contractors, and state officials regarding facilities projects.
Interview, select, train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; prepare and recommend discipline for assigned employees.
Analyze workload distribution, equipment, labor, and material cost, and work methods to develop and improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Negotiate and oversee service contracts. Make recommendations regarding contracting out.
Assure compliance with established health and safety practices, board policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
Oversee/approve all overnight fieldtrips, ensuring all proper paperwork, supervision, etc.
Develop, implement, and oversee District regulations, forms, and procedures for efficient operations.
Direct the preparation and maintenance of operational and fiscal records.
Interpret legal codes and advise District staff on law and regulations; attend board meetings to support and explain agenda items.
Serve as a direct advisor to the Associate Superintendent, Business Services in the development and implementation of strategic fiscal and operational initiatives.
Prepare communication and activities with District departments and staff.
Perform related duties as assigned.