Under minimal direction, is responsible for work of considerable difficulty in planning and administering IT, phones, repairs and maintenance, Capital improvement plan (CIP), Building Renewal projects, new construction, modification and maintenance, and emergency response plans for all of the AHS properties.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
• Plans and administers the short and long-range AHS facilities needs; establishes priorities for facilities projects in terms of the overall objectives of the agency; establishes and prioritizes information technology, communications, emergency services, building repairs and maintenance; develops short and long-term capital improvement plans and recommends budgets for facilities needs
• Administers all phases of construction of new buildings and modification of existing buildings, including preparing or approving specifications and designs, obtaining bids and letting contracts, and monitoring construction to ensure that it conforms to specifications, relevant ordinances, and codes
• In coordination with agency accounting staff, implements sound cost control and accounting procedures; follows procurement rules in accordance with state mandates; learns or has knowledge of existing state work order system, project management system, and OSHA mandates
• Agency liaison with Building and Property Committee; prepares regular and special reports relating to the activities of the facilities for ADOA, State Board, Committees, and as requested by Administrative staff and various stakeholders
• Supervise staff and vendors responsible for building maintenance, security, janitor service, and grounds maintenance for all of the AHS locations including training, mentoring, performance, and contractual compliance
• Attends additional state-mandated training and additional training as required to succeed in this position
Knowledge:
• The principles and practices of architecture, construction engineering, and maintenance of buildings; budget and capital investment expenditure planning; the principles of accounting and cost control; department organization and functions
• Federal, State, and local statutes relating to construction and maintenance of buildings
• Info Technology as it relates to phone switches, routers, etc
Skills:
• In oral and written communication
• In dealing with the public
Abilities:
• To work with various departments and stakeholders
• To plan, organize, coordinate and supervise
• To develop policies and procedures
• To prioritize workload
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in information technologies, architecture, civil, mechanical, structural, or related engineering, and five years of experience in plant and property administration, project management, or information technologies
• Position requires statewide travel to include some overnight stays, and must be able to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license
• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Brian Westerberg at brian.westerberg@azdoa.gov