Chief Operations Officer

Dripping Springs ISD • Dripping Springs, TX, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1w ago

Dripping Springs ISD - Chief Operations Officer

Campus Description: DSISD is a fast-growth district and has increased by nearly 4,000 students over the last decade. We currently enroll 8,700 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district operates eight schools including five elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school, along with a central administration/child development center and transportation service center. DSISD will be opening a new elementary school in the 2025-2026 school year.

Date Posted: 9/26/2024

Deadline: Until Filled

Openings: 1

Commitment: Full Time

Description/Notes:

Long Range Planning:
- Supervise, support, and direct the district’s long-range planning efforts, including facility needs, land purchases, and infrastructure.
- Plan for district growth and all corresponding operational needs with district staff.
- Develop a 10-year master facility plan and update annually.
Operations Management:
- Manage multiple complex K-12 operational systems to ensure functionality, performance, quality, and to maximize efficiencies.
- Apply sound technical expertise and guidance with respect to aligning departmental systems and processes in support of the district’s Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan.
- Direct the operations of various district activities through subordinate directors and managers.
- Enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction through communication and collaboration.
Facilities Maintenance:
- Ensure district facilities are functional, safe, clean, and well-maintained.
- Maintain an efficient work order system.
- Develop and maintain written procedures for maintenance and operations.
- Inspect facilities and recommend improvements.
- Oversee coordination of maintenance for extracurricular activities and special programs.
- Enforce the district’s facility use policy and energy management programs.
Construction Oversight:
- Supervise and direct functions related to new construction and bond programs.
- Ensure compliance with codes and ordinances regulating construction projects.
- Conduct on-site inspections to ensure project conformance.
- Participate in the prequalification process for architects, engineers, and contractors.
- Exercise oversight of the Construction department to ensure efficient functioning.
Budget and Inventory:
- Compile budget and cost estimates and ensure wise management of funds.
- Initiate purchases and bids to budgetary limitations and district policies.
- Maintain inventory controls and recommend disposal of obsolete equipment and machinery.
Policy, Reports, and Law:
- Ensure compliance with federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
- Compile reports of complex data to make presentations to the board, community, and district stakeholders.
Safety:
- Participate in the development of the district’s safety and disaster plans.
- Maintain and enforce compliance with safety standards in conformance with federal, state, and insurance regulations.
Personnel Management:
- Oversee recruitment, training, and supervision of department personnel.
- Assist Human Resource Services in the review and revision of departmental job descriptions as needed.
Other:
- Compile reports and make public presentations.
- Participate in professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovative techniques.
- Maintain good rapport with district administrators, staff, parents, and the community.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Exercise supervisory responsibility for Facilities & Construction department staff.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, architecture, facilities management, or related field/Master’s degree preferred.
- Clear and valid Texas driver’s license.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- The ideal candidate will be a creative visionary focused on effecting change.
- Knowledge of overall school district operations including facilities, construction, transportation, and child nutrition services.
- Ability to evaluate and manage budgets and personnel.
Experience:
- Three to five years supervisory experience in maintenance, operations, and/or construction and planning with public school districts.
- Five years successful experience in public school or private sector management.

Salary Range: $142,264.00 - $196,461.00 / Per Year

Benefits: Full benefits package including group health insurance options with HSA or HRA, and additional options for dental, vision, cancer, disability, AD&D, hospital indemnity, critical illness, emergency transportation, and identity theft.

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