Director VII - Facilities Division Director (010309) at Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Huntsville, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Facility Management, Strategic Planning, Policy Development, Budget Management, Program Evaluation, Legislative Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Staff Supervision, Problem Solving, Communication, Administrative Skills, Technical Reporting, Public Address, Training Development, Compliance Monitoring, Project Management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

I. JOB SUMMARY Performs highly advanced managerial work providing direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning. Work involves establishing the strategic plan, goals, and objectives; developing policies; reviewing guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; establishing priorities, standards, and measurement tools for determining progress in meeting goals; coordinating and evaluating program activities; reviewing and approving budgets; and planning, assigning, and supervising the work of others. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Directs the activities of staff within the Facilities Division; establishes goals and objectives that support overall strategies; plans, develops, and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; directs evaluation activities; directs the preparation of the program budget and provides final approval; and provides direction, guidance, and assistance in the program areas. B. Develops, evaluates, and implements goals and objectives consistent with the agency strategic plan; plans, develops, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates policies; develops and implements techniques for evaluating program activities; identifies the need to revise program areas; and recommends staffing and funding for program activities. C. Reviews and approves management, productivity, and financial reports and studies; reviews guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations and monitors compliance; directs a complaint processing system for the administration and enforcement of agency rules and regulations; and reviews results of special investigations, internal audits, research studies, forecasts, and modeling exercises to provide direction and guidance. D. Directs the preparation, development, review, and revision of legislation and develops the agency’s position regarding legislative impact; represents the agency at business meetings, hearings, trials, legislative sessions, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees; testifies at hearings, trials, and legislative meetings; provides liaison for other local, state, or federal agencies; and ensures compliance with laws pertaining to the program areas. E. Monitors and evaluates bid procedures, schedules, and activities; provides guidance in evaluating successful bidder qualifications; evaluates and adapts existing contracting strategies and procedures to enhance effectiveness and meet changes in operational needs; oversees the coordination, negotiation, and awarding of contracts with appropriate parties; monitors and evaluates project progress and quality control programs; evaluates and develops recommendations regarding change orders; and evaluates contractor performance and takes action to correct identified deficiencies. F. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others; and identifies staff development and training requirements. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A. Education, Experience, and Training 1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Architecture, Business Administration, Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required twelve years may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis. 2. Twelve years full-time, wage-earning criminal justice, program administration, or public administration experience to include five years in the supervision of employees. 3. Governmental agency experience preferred. * Applicants must meet the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) access eligibility criteria as contained in the FBI Criminal Justice Information Systems Security Policy. Must maintain TLETS access eligibility for continued employment in position. For details see: Basic Eligibility Criteria for TLETS Access * Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as it is defined by state law. B. Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of facility management techniques and practices. 2. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, rules, and statutes pertaining to the design and construction of state facilities, environmental compliance, and energy efficiency. 3. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 4. Skill in reviewing and applying policies, procedures, rules, regulations, schedules, guidelines, and contract requirements. 5. Skill to direct and organize program activities. 6. Skill to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan. 7. Skill to direct the development and evaluation of management information systems. 8. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 9. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 10. Skill to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions. 11. Skill in administrative problem-solving techniques. 12. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 13. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports. 14. Skill in public address. 15. Skill to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others. IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Responsibilities

The Director VII - Facilities Division Director is responsible for providing strategic direction and guidance in the operations and planning of the Facilities Division. This includes establishing goals, developing policies, managing budgets, and supervising staff to ensure effective program activities.