Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer Job Summary Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Chief Operating Officer is responsible for the oversight and integrated management of Facilities, Operations, Maintenance, Planning, Design and Construction, Transportation, and Food and Nutrition Services Division, and the Central Office facility. The COO collaborates extensively with system leaders to provide accountability, organizational direction, and long‑term planning activities in these areas. Additional Work Days/Hours Ability to work flexible schedules Emergencies Evenings/Nights Extended hours Holidays Inclement weather conditions On call Outside of normal business hours Weekends Essential Duties / Responsibilities Full management responsibility for facilities, operations, maintenance, planning, design, construction, transportation, and food and nutrition services. Consults with the Superintendent and other key staff in the formulation of policy and the development of administrative procedures related to identified areas of supervision. Meets with the Superintendent, Chief of Staff, Deputy Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents and other key staff to establish goals and develop plans for the operations of the school system. Maintains a continuous evaluation of departmental programs and activities for efficiency, effectiveness, and economy. Acts as liaison between the school system and other governmental agencies and departments on matters of facilities, operations, maintenance, planning, design, construction, food and nutrition services, and transportation. Supervises preparation of the Capital Budget for submission to the Superintendent and the Board of Education. Serves on a variety of system‑wide committees and workgroups and may serve as the Superintendent’s designee in identified circumstances. Oversees special projects at the direction of the Superintendent. Interacts with elected officials, Board Counsel, and government representatives and agencies. Serves on the Superintendent’s Executive Staff. Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower. Minimum Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Education Master’s Degree in Business/Public Administration from a regionally accredited college or university preferred. Experience Eight (8) years of successful and increasingly responsible administrative/supervisory experience in Planning, School Construction, Maintenance, Logistics Support, Transportation, School Facilities Operations, Custodial and Food Services required. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the applicant to successfully perform the duties of the position. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Knowledge of relevant Federal and State Regulations and current trends and research in areas of responsibility. Excellent organizational and human relations skill. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred). Licenses and Certifications Hold or be eligible for Driver’s License (DL) Class C Non‑Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and Daily access to reliable transportation. Driving Requirements Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position. Board Vehicle. Leadership Role Executive level supervisor. People Management This position acts as the manager for 1 to 5 direct staff. This position acts as the manager for 500 or more indirect staff. This position manages 3 to 5 departments. Management Duties / Responsibilities Interviews, selects, and trains employees. Directs the work of employees. Maintains records for use in supervision. Assess employees’ performance (productivity/efficiency) to make promotional recommendation/other status changes. Handles employee complaints/grievances. Disciplines employees. Plans the work. Determines the techniques to use. Apportions the work among the employees. Controls the flow and distribution of materials or merchandise and supplies. Provides for the safety and security of the employees or the property. Plans and controls the budget. Monitors and implements legal compliance measures. Physical Demands / Working Conditions Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time. Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time. Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time. Keyboarding: over 2/3 percent of the time. Talking: over 2/3 percent of the time. Hearing: over 2/3 percent of the time. Driving: under 1/3 percent of the time. As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Vision No special vision requirements. Work Environment Location: Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time. Noise Level Moderate: over 2/3 percent of the time. Travel Requirements 10% weekly day travel within the county. #J-18808-Ljbffr