Vice Chancellor / Chief Facilities Executive

Posted September 12, 2024

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) invites applications for the position of Vice Chancellor/Chief Facilities Executive. The Vice Chancellor/Chief Facilities Executive is the executive responsible for all aspects of the District’s Facilities Planning and Development Division including oversight of the capital construction program funded by bond measures and other sources, and technical direction of college facilities management activities.

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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Monthly Salary: $23,297.75 - $28,861.83 monthly ($279,573.00 to $346,341.96 annually).

*Salary Information is based on a full-time, 12-month position

Health Benefits: District-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employee and dependents. A $50,000 life insurance policy is provided free of charge for each employee. A Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with $1,500 contributed by LACCD annually.

Paid Time Off: 12 full-pay days and 88 half-pay days of illness leave per year, at least 16 paid holidays per year, and 24 vacation days per year.  Other paid time off options are also available.

Retirement: Employees become members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) pension. Employees are also covered by Social Security.

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TYPICAL DUTIES

Provides executive direction, vision, and leadership over strategic and long-range planning and ongoing operational activities of the District’s Facilities Planning and Development Division which includes:

Capital Construction and Improvement Projects: Planning and assessment, architectural design, EIR process and tracking, engineering and constructability reviews, cost estimating, construction management, DSA interface, procurement of furniture equipment, and technology, scheduling, and close out processing.

Sustainability/Utilities: Assessment of sustainability choices; collaboration on the District’s sustainability strategy; implementation of sustainability technologies and operations; and compliance with environmental regulations.

Real Estate and Assets Management: Selection, acquisition, lease, management, and disposition of real estate assets; space utilization analysis.

Ancillary Business and Support Services: Contract management and administration; procurement, process management; finance and audit; risk management; environmental health and safety including ADA compliance, and control and reporting systems.

Business and Community Relations: Facilities-related industry, governmental, and community outreach; media relations; and internal and external public relations.

College Facilities Management: Technical direction of college building maintenance and repair, alterations and improvements, landscape and grounds management, sustainability, energy management, space utilization, standards, and federal, state, and regulatory compliance.

Establishes, implements, and monitors short-range and long-range project goals, budgets, schedules, progress, and strategies.

Directs, oversees, and evaluates the performance of the program management team, college project managers, consultants, contractors, and department personnel.

Provides policy recommendations, technical assistance, and information to the Board of Trustees, executive management, and others on capital and facilities management program and project status and issues needing attention, evaluation, resolution, and decisions.

Integrates operations and drives collaboration among the program manager and college program managers, District operational units, consultants, and contractors.

Evaluates organizational structure, policies, and procedures and implements changes as needed; insures all elements of the operation are consistent with best practices.

Ensures all design and construction meets quality standards and expectations.

Monitors capital and operating budgets and insures compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.

Confers with the General Counsel and outside construction counsels on the resolution of claims, legal cases, and other disputes arising from the District’s facilities management and bond programs.

Ensures Division compliance with District policy and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations

Represents the District in meetings, hearings, and conferences with contractors; representatives from public agencies, regulatory agencies, legislative bodies, business organizations and community groups; and the public.

Performs related duties as assigned.

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VACANCIES

A vacancy currently exists at the Educational Services Center (District Office), 770 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017. The hiring list established by this examination will also be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the life of the list.

Our Colleges include: Los Angeles City College; East Los Angeles College; Los Angeles Harbor College; Los Angeles Mission College; Los Angeles Pierce College; Los Angeles Southwest College; Los Angeles Trade-Technical College; Los Angeles Valley College; West Los Angeles College

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university preferably with a major in engineering, architecture, facilities management, construction management, or related field. An advanced degree in one of the aforementioned fields is highly desirable.

One or more of the following certifications is highly desirable:

A valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer by the California State Board of Registration of Civil and Professional Engineers, or

A valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI), or

A valid Certification of Project Management Professionals (PMPs) or Program Management Professionals (PMPs) by the Project Management Institute, or

A valid Certificate of Registration as a licensed architect by the California State Board of Architectural Examiners

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Ten years of recent, full-time, paid experience in a senior management position with responsibilities for directing the strategic, technical, and administrative functions of multiple capital construction projects of $100 million or more. Related experience with a public educational institution is highly desirable.

Special:

Travel to locations within and outside the District is required.

Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license must be obtained within 10 days of establishing residency in the State of California

TO APPLY:  https://www.jobapscloud.com/LACCD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=24&R2=1002&R3=001

Chief Engineer

Posted July 17, 2024

The Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Harbor Hotel in San Pedro, CA is looking for a Chief Engineer. The right candidate will be someone who enjoys interacting with people and readily displays warm hospitality to all guests.

Principal Responsibilities:

Oversees the upkeep, rehabilitation, and maintenance of the entire hotel facility, including the physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, and related equipment in accordance with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts walk-throughs to visually and physically assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, and any other related equipment.
• Assigns and verifies completion of all routine maintenance on public spaces, meeting rooms, ballrooms, outlets, back of the house spaces and grounds. Assigns and verifies completion of all repairs, replacement, renovation projects to public and back-of-the-house areas.
• Hires, trains, supervises, allocates personnel, communicates departmental/individual job goals and criteria of job performance, appraises, and if necessary, disciplines department staff and all other staff under the direction of Maintenance, such as Engineers, Painters, Carpenters, Plumbers, Upholsterers and Grounds Keepers, etc.
• Informs General Manager and hotel department heads, on a regular basis, regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structure(s), related systems and equipment offering prudent and cost-effective proposals for maintaining the same. Accesses and inputs information into a computer to generate reports.
• Adheres to all Company required budgets, purchasing policies and controls, to include all outside contractor bids, and schedules.
• Maintains and documents effective Energy Management and Preventive Maintenance programs.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

• Maintains appropriate supply of materials supply of materials and equipment to carry out the normal day to day operating and maintenance requirements of the hotel.
• Maintains organized and efficient administrative and filling systems within Maintenance for the timely and accurate handling of correspondence, reports, requisitions for purchase and other administrative requirements of the department.
• Maintains a well-defined and organized system within the shop for inventory, maintenance and storage of all tools, products, materials and equipment necessary to execute the required activities of the department.
• Immediately available to report to the hotel in the event of any hotel emergency which necessitates the skills and expertise of the Chief Engineer.
• Perform all duties in the area of responsibility & technical capabilities as required by management.
• Serves as a member of the Executive Committee in larger hotels

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Below is a listing of the physical requirements for standard performance of this job:

• Frequency Key: Rare, Occasional, Frequent, or Constant
• Physical Activity Frequency
• Sitting Frequent
• Walking, Standing Constant
• Climbing Stairs Constant
• Crouching/Bending/Stooping Constant
• Reaching Constant
• Grasping Constant
• Pushing/Pulling Constant
• Lifting/Carrying (50 lbs.) Frequent

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essentials functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Excellent knowledge of electrical systems, components and devices, HVAC systems, boilers, mechanical systems and the maintenance and repair of all
• Excellent knowledge of public construction and building systems, all related permits, licensing, new and existing codes pertaining to public building and fire safety
• Skill in use of computers and software programs associated with Maintenance Department.
• Skill in the proper and safe use of all tools, equipment, materials, chemicals, and products relating to the department
• Excellent ability to communicate in the English language, both verbally and written
• Ability to remain informed on state-of-the-art developments affecting the safe and effective operation of the building facility.

QUALIFYING STANDARDS

• Education
• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Four-year college degree preferred.
• Experience
• Minimum of five years’ experience in engineering management position.
• Grooming
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).

The ideal candidate will put pride in their work, be reliable, and be friendly and professional at all times. Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

TO APPLY:  Visit https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Crowne-Plaza-Hotel/jobs?jk=821e744c97babeb7&start=0&clearPrefilter=1 and applications must be received by the end of July.