Executive Director of Operations

Executive Director of Operations

The Executive Director of Operations oversees and manages the non-academic support services within the school district. This role directly oversees the Maintenance and Operations departments (Maintenance, Grounds, Custodial Services, and Transportation).

The Executive Director of Operations is responsible for:

• Serving on the Superintendent's Executive Cabinet to advise on strategic planning and management of Operations and Auxiliary functions within the district.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Attending regular meetings with the Board of Trustees and preparing and delivering written and oral presentations to the board.
• Developing and managing the budget for district operations and auxiliary services to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Ensuring that established goals and expectations related to district operations and auxiliary services are communicated clearly, consistently, and promptly.
• Working closely with school administrators, staff, and community stakeholders to assess needs and develop solutions.
• Implementing federal and state laws and regulations, and local board policy to ensure compliance.
• Promoting a culture of safety and accountability within all operational areas.
• Leading, mentoring, and evaluating the performance of direct reports, including the Director of Transportation and departmental leaders within the maintenance department.
• Supporting the selection, training, performance management, evaluations, and supervision of department staff.
• Overseeing and assisting maintenance leaders in the implementation of an effective and efficient maintenance program of all facilities and grounds.
• Developing and implementing a strategic facilities management plan aligned with the district's goals.
• Collaborating with educational leaders to ensure facilities support evolving educational needs.
• Developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs for all district facilities.
• Ensuring efficient operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, and other building systems.
• Supporting the coordination of real property transactions by providing operational assessments and records related to District-owned facilities; maintaining accurate operational records of property and facilities under Operations' management.
• Overseeing custodial operations to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in all district facilities and buildings.
• Assisting custodial department leaders in developing cleaning solutions that ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Providing administrative direction and support for transportation functions and auto fleet management, including coordination with District insurance carriers and risk management as needed.
• Working with Transportation leadership to ensure safe and effective operations; overseeing planning and development of all busing services; monitoring fleet replacement programs.
• Ensuring compliance with TEC driver qualifications, Department of Transportation (DOT) programs, and related Texas Department of Public Safety and TEA requirements.
• Coordinating logistical support (staging, delivery, temporary facilities, equipment movement) for capital projects and emergency response activities in partnership with other divisions.
• Partnering and collaborating with the district Construction Services department on facilities-related matters.
• Providing subject-matter expertise and operational input into land acquisition considerations, new construction, renovation, and deferred maintenance projects to support enrollment needs and innovative instructional delivery systems.
• Partnering and collaborating with the Emergency Operations & Safety/Security division.
• Supporting implementation of the multi-hazard emergency operations plan (EOP) required under the TEC and related School Safety and Security Committee activities. Providing operational logistics, facilities access, transportation assets, custodial/maintenance surge capacity, and subject-matter input on facility security features, access control, and emergency readiness.
• Coordinating with local emergency management entities as needed and ensuring Operations staff maintain appropriate NIMS/ICS awareness and readiness.
• Fostering working relationships with the City of Bryan/College Station, Brazos County entities, and other partners to support economic development alignment, provide needed information, and promote District initiatives.

Bryan ISD is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex marital or veteran status, medical condition, or disability, or any other legally protected reason.