Director, Facilities, Maintenance, Operations, Transportation
Apply NowCompany: Los Alamitos Unified School District
Location: Los Alamitos, CA 90721
Description:
Salary: $156,933.00 - $177,986.00 Annually
Location : Auxiliary Office, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: Director FMOT 3-2025
Department: Facilities, Maintenance Operations, Transportation
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 3/27/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
** IMPORTANT:
Please click for the Classified Administrative Application and Instructions.
Please click for the Supplemental Questionnaire. Please be sure to include this with your application upon submission. Your answers to the questionnaire must be attached to your application. Failure to submit an application without the supplemental questionnaire will result in disqualification from the recruitment.
All applications must be submitted through www.edjoin.org/losal by March 27, 2025 at 4:00pm (PST).
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, the Director of Facilities, Maintenance, Operations & Transportation is responsible to plan, organize, direct, coordinate, manage and supervise the facilities planning, facilities support activities, building maintenance, custodial, grounds keeping, safety/security services, pupil transportation and logistics planning services, disaster preparedness services, and to perform related duties as required. Commitment to Los Alamitos Unified School District's mission, vision and priority goals. Excellent communication/interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of stakeholders.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
1. Directs all aspects of facilities, maintenance, operations, and transportation services in support of the
missions, tasks, functions and goals of the district
2. Plans, organizes, schedules, and coordinates all facilities services, maintenance services, operations support
activities, and transportation services and activities with school site administrators and/or program directors
3. Provides for regular inspection and evaluation of district facilities, prepare long- and short-range plans and
budgets for maintenance, deferred maintenance, repair, and site improvement projects
4. Establishes and recommends priorities for maintenance and facility improvement (new, modernization, or
minor) related projects
5. Develops work methods, analyzes procedures and refines schedules
6. Consults with architects, technical consultants, contractors, and appropriate local and state agencies to
develop projects, work plans, and cost estimates
7. Prepares and supervises the preparation of plans, cost estimates, specifications, bid forms, and contracts for
labor, material, and services including all activities related with doing public bids
8. Maintain project records, incorporate applicable information into site files, record cost data, and provide
such reports as may be required relating to facilities, construction and/or the State school Building Program
9. Directs all aspects of providing the planning, construction and completion of phases of new construction,
modernization, and/or facilities improvement projects
10. Prepares and administers public works and field service contracts for maintenance and repair of district
facilities
11. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local mandates governing environmental protection,
hazards to buildings, and building occupants, transportation, public safety, and access compliance
12. Prepares general fund budgets proposals, applications for state building funds, deferred maintenance funds,
or other specialized funding related to facilities, facilities support activities, and transportation
13. Prepares period financial, operational, and statistical reports as required or directed
14. Directs and manages departmental expenditures and ensures prudent fiscal management in the application
of assigned funds
15. Oversees and monitors the fleet operations and service performance of vehicles transporting students as
well as the California Department of Motor Vehicle Pull Notice Program
16. Oversees and manages the Federal Department of Transportation mandated Drug and Alcohol Testing
Programs
17. Manage the use of facilities for non-school uses and the contracts, leasing and fees associated including
communicating wit local part and recreation departments, city office personnel, and various civic groups
regarding the use of facilities and fees
18. Oversees surplus property and sales
19. Administers the assignment and distribution of personnel, provides ongoing reviews of organization
structure, staffing, and departmental policies and procedures
20. Selects, oversees and participates in employees selection of staff, and oversees the performance evaluation
process of all assigned personnel. Evaluates subordinate administrative and assigned personnel
21. Provides for employee growth through in-service and outside training opportunities
22. Responds to emergency situations and directs the emergency management program
23. Manage and participate in facilities planning, as sits as members of boards, committees and study groups
24. Performs such other related duties as may be required or directed
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Construction process, building trades, and maintenance of structural and mechanical building systems.
Decorative landscape and athletic field maintenance.
Custodial maintenance practices and procedures.
Building security systems, anti-intrusion, and theft prevention methods.
Energy management and utilities conservation measures
Laws and regulations pertaining to school bus safety and operation
Organization and operation of a school district transportation system
Principles of pupil management and disciplines
Methods, procedures and terminology of data management
Current technology, software applications, office methods and practices.
California Administrative Code, California Education Code, Building Codes, Health and Safety Codes, Public
Contracts Codes, CFSs relating to health, safety, hazardous materials, and handicapped access, and related codes of
regulations as may be required in application to construction, maintenance, modification of school buildings, or
transportation of students.
Budget process and fiscal management Labor agreements, FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act, and personnel
management
ABILITY TO:
Communicate effectively orally and in writing, as well as provide in-service to teachers, employees, or other groups
Effectively communicate with tact, discretion, and courtesy in dealings with superiors, subordinates, and the
general public in order to establish and maintain effective relationships with general public, district staff, parents,
and contractors.
Manage multiple efforts simultaneously.
Estimate time, materials, and costs needed on a wide variety of projects.
Determine priorities and schedule work effectively and efficiently.
Analyze complex issues, formulate reports, organize and present data and provide summaries, conclusions and
solution options.
Plan, organize and administer the activities of a transportation department
Manage and supervise a large and diverse workforce, effectively implementing recognition, evaluation systems
and discipline to maintain employee confidence and morale
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
** IMPORTANT:
Please click for the Classified Administrative Application and Instructions.
Please click for the Supplemental Questionnaire. Please be sure to include this with your application upon submission. Your answers to the questionnaire must be attached to your application. Failure to submit an application without the supplemental questionnaire will result in disqualification from the recruitment.
All applications must be submitted through www.edjoin.org/losal by March 27, 2025 at 4:00pm (PST).
Los Alamitos Unified School District offers a generous fringe benefit package for employees working at least .75 FTE. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Location : Auxiliary Office, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: Director FMOT 3-2025
Department: Facilities, Maintenance Operations, Transportation
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 3/27/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
** IMPORTANT:
Please click for the Classified Administrative Application and Instructions.
Please click for the Supplemental Questionnaire. Please be sure to include this with your application upon submission. Your answers to the questionnaire must be attached to your application. Failure to submit an application without the supplemental questionnaire will result in disqualification from the recruitment.
All applications must be submitted through www.edjoin.org/losal by March 27, 2025 at 4:00pm (PST).
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, the Director of Facilities, Maintenance, Operations & Transportation is responsible to plan, organize, direct, coordinate, manage and supervise the facilities planning, facilities support activities, building maintenance, custodial, grounds keeping, safety/security services, pupil transportation and logistics planning services, disaster preparedness services, and to perform related duties as required. Commitment to Los Alamitos Unified School District's mission, vision and priority goals. Excellent communication/interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of stakeholders.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
1. Directs all aspects of facilities, maintenance, operations, and transportation services in support of the
missions, tasks, functions and goals of the district
2. Plans, organizes, schedules, and coordinates all facilities services, maintenance services, operations support
activities, and transportation services and activities with school site administrators and/or program directors
3. Provides for regular inspection and evaluation of district facilities, prepare long- and short-range plans and
budgets for maintenance, deferred maintenance, repair, and site improvement projects
4. Establishes and recommends priorities for maintenance and facility improvement (new, modernization, or
minor) related projects
5. Develops work methods, analyzes procedures and refines schedules
6. Consults with architects, technical consultants, contractors, and appropriate local and state agencies to
develop projects, work plans, and cost estimates
7. Prepares and supervises the preparation of plans, cost estimates, specifications, bid forms, and contracts for
labor, material, and services including all activities related with doing public bids
8. Maintain project records, incorporate applicable information into site files, record cost data, and provide
such reports as may be required relating to facilities, construction and/or the State school Building Program
9. Directs all aspects of providing the planning, construction and completion of phases of new construction,
modernization, and/or facilities improvement projects
10. Prepares and administers public works and field service contracts for maintenance and repair of district
facilities
11. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local mandates governing environmental protection,
hazards to buildings, and building occupants, transportation, public safety, and access compliance
12. Prepares general fund budgets proposals, applications for state building funds, deferred maintenance funds,
or other specialized funding related to facilities, facilities support activities, and transportation
13. Prepares period financial, operational, and statistical reports as required or directed
14. Directs and manages departmental expenditures and ensures prudent fiscal management in the application
of assigned funds
15. Oversees and monitors the fleet operations and service performance of vehicles transporting students as
well as the California Department of Motor Vehicle Pull Notice Program
16. Oversees and manages the Federal Department of Transportation mandated Drug and Alcohol Testing
Programs
17. Manage the use of facilities for non-school uses and the contracts, leasing and fees associated including
communicating wit local part and recreation departments, city office personnel, and various civic groups
regarding the use of facilities and fees
18. Oversees surplus property and sales
19. Administers the assignment and distribution of personnel, provides ongoing reviews of organization
structure, staffing, and departmental policies and procedures
20. Selects, oversees and participates in employees selection of staff, and oversees the performance evaluation
process of all assigned personnel. Evaluates subordinate administrative and assigned personnel
21. Provides for employee growth through in-service and outside training opportunities
22. Responds to emergency situations and directs the emergency management program
23. Manage and participate in facilities planning, as sits as members of boards, committees and study groups
24. Performs such other related duties as may be required or directed
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Construction process, building trades, and maintenance of structural and mechanical building systems.
Decorative landscape and athletic field maintenance.
Custodial maintenance practices and procedures.
Building security systems, anti-intrusion, and theft prevention methods.
Energy management and utilities conservation measures
Laws and regulations pertaining to school bus safety and operation
Organization and operation of a school district transportation system
Principles of pupil management and disciplines
Methods, procedures and terminology of data management
Current technology, software applications, office methods and practices.
California Administrative Code, California Education Code, Building Codes, Health and Safety Codes, Public
Contracts Codes, CFSs relating to health, safety, hazardous materials, and handicapped access, and related codes of
regulations as may be required in application to construction, maintenance, modification of school buildings, or
transportation of students.
Budget process and fiscal management Labor agreements, FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act, and personnel
management
ABILITY TO:
Communicate effectively orally and in writing, as well as provide in-service to teachers, employees, or other groups
Effectively communicate with tact, discretion, and courtesy in dealings with superiors, subordinates, and the
general public in order to establish and maintain effective relationships with general public, district staff, parents,
and contractors.
Manage multiple efforts simultaneously.
Estimate time, materials, and costs needed on a wide variety of projects.
Determine priorities and schedule work effectively and efficiently.
Analyze complex issues, formulate reports, organize and present data and provide summaries, conclusions and
solution options.
Plan, organize and administer the activities of a transportation department
Manage and supervise a large and diverse workforce, effectively implementing recognition, evaluation systems
and discipline to maintain employee confidence and morale
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- A bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, architecture, engineering, or closely related field
- Five years of increasingly responsible management experience in a closely related area of facilities, maintenance, operation, and transportation.
- School district experience preferred with responsibility for facilities, maintenance, operations and transportation.
** IMPORTANT:
Please click for the Classified Administrative Application and Instructions.
Please click for the Supplemental Questionnaire. Please be sure to include this with your application upon submission. Your answers to the questionnaire must be attached to your application. Failure to submit an application without the supplemental questionnaire will result in disqualification from the recruitment.
All applications must be submitted through www.edjoin.org/losal by March 27, 2025 at 4:00pm (PST).
Los Alamitos Unified School District offers a generous fringe benefit package for employees working at least .75 FTE. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision insurance.