Thank You for Considering Albemarle County
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THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING ALBEMARLE COUNTY Albemarle County is one of the most desirable locations in Virginia and in the nation, with an excellent school system, low taxes, low crime and unemployment rates, a skilled and educated workforce, and a wealth of cultural, historic and recreational amenities in a beautiful setting. Our community is energized by entrepreneurship and invention fueled by the University of Virginia, one of the country’s most renowned research institutions. Our focus on innovation, ideas and opportunity make Albemarle an ideal place to live, work and play. The County enjoys a strong economy, a healthy business presence, a school system among the top 10% in the state, a thriving local arts, music and culture scene, and parks and greenways that celebrate the County’s pastoral setting. The County’s wide variety of educational opportunities include a public school system that has earned the VIP Governor’s Award for Educational Excellence, two of Virginia’s four charter schools, and higher education facilities such as the University of Virginia and Piedmont Virginia Community College. Albemarle embraces its vibrant local arts and agritourism scene, hosting the Crozet Music Festival each year, as well as showcasing its artisan breweries, wineries, and craft studios through the Monticello Artisan Trail. Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway touch the western frontier of the County, and Albemarle itself possesses over 4000 acres within its parks system. This guide will highlight some of the important information that you will need in considering your move to Albemarle County. Welcome home. The Director of Facilities & Environmental Services Under the supervision of the Assistant County Executive, the Director of Facilities & Environmental Services is responsible for providing overall leadership to the department’s divisions and supports the successful planning, implementation, management and tracking of the County’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The Department The Department of Facilities & Environmental Service’s Director provides overall leadership, coordination and supervision of the Public Works, Environmental Services, and Projects Management Divisions. Management of the County’s Capital Improvement Program involves working with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to develop and execute Capital projects. Other responsibilities include preparing and administering 1 | P a g e the departmental budget; leading, directing and monitoring the development and implementation of short- term and long-range goals; and coordinating and evaluating the work of management, professional, and support staff. The Department of Facilities & Environmental Services is comprised of the director, three division chiefs, maintenance, environmental, and project management, and office support, totaling approximately forty staff members. These experienced local government professionals embrace the principles of a high performing organization in a collaborative and team-oriented setting guided by the County’s core values. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Thorough knowledge of building trades, project management, environmental issues, custodial and facility management; knowledge of state and local procurement laws and OSHA, DEQ, EPA, VOSH, and VDOT standards; thorough knowledge of management practices; ability to supervise managerial, professional, and clerical staff; ability to lead teams and facilitate groups; ability to make sound decisions; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, department heads, County officials, appointed officials, representatives from the private sector or other jurisdictions, and the public. Education and Experience – Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or public administration or a related field and at least five years experience in government agency administration, which shall have included supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, abilities, and skills cited above. Prior public works or capital project management in an urban environment preferred. Physical Conditions and Nature of Work Contacts: Tasks may involve infrequent climbing, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching and standing, and exposure to adverse weather conditions. Occasional operation of a vehicle, office software and tools, and field measurement equipment is also required. Tasks require consistent alertness and use of protective equipment to avoid potentially hazardous conditions. Regular contact with appointed officials; frequent contact with elected officials. Regular contact with the public, staff, developers, and design professionals while using judgment, tact, and interpretation skills to resolve complex issues. KEY ATTRIBUTES OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE • Is a capable leader with the ability to build bridges between unique department divisions in order to achieve shared vision; • Possesses thorough knowledge of project management, environmental resources, and building facilities, preferably in an urban environment; • Serves as a change agent who provides flexible, futuristic, and realistic responses to change; who motivates change; • Is an employee advocate, exercising fairness, trustworthiness, respect, and integrity in all circumstances; 2 | P a g e • Builds and maintains effective working relationships with County officials and employees, representatives of the school division, community, contractors, and the general public; occasional debate is often characteristic of the role, requiring considerable skill in diplomacy, tact and discretion; • Excellent communication skills, ability to listen, empathize, and connect with stakeholders, keeps the Board fully informed and supports transparency as appropriate; • Interacts well with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds and all levels of the County government, school division, and community; • Practices intent based leadership and supports creating leaders at all levels; • Has a demonstrated record of building a strong, cohesive team and providing direction and motivation to move the office forward in a progressive, responsive and accountable way; • Is committed to the development of self and staff including an active involvement in professional associations; • Ability to filter broad scope of information, interpret Board inquiries, and communicate detailed technical information in straightforward manner. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The hiring salary range for this position is $84,825 to $ 111,643, full salary range is $84,825 – $138,461, with excellent benefits including vacation and sick leave, health insurance options and Virginia Retirement System benefits. This is a full time, FLSA Exempt position. HOW TO APPLY: Requirements: Submittal of cover letter, resume and County application is required. All applications will be processed through Albemarle County’s online application system at www.albemarle.org/jobs. Please be advised that faxed and mailed applications will not be considered. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Until Filled QUESTIONS? Contact: Davra Miller, Human Resource Generalist Phone: 434-296-5827 x3015; Email: [email protected] PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following: • In conjunction with the division chiefs, plans, organizes, and manages the operations of the department divisions; • Member and proactive participant of the Leadership Council serving as an advisor to the County Executive on strategic planning and other critical county activities; • Develops and administers the departmental budget in accordance with program goals and objectives; • Establishes, reviews, and updates departmental procedures and standards for work; 3 | P a g e • Directs and monitors the implementation of departmental short-term and long-range strategic goals and objectives; • Selects, develops, and supervises management and professional staff and, through them, oversees other department employees; • Directs the completion of special projects as assigned by the Assistant County Executive; prepares or directs the preparation of periodic and special reports including needs assessments, grant proposals, and other special reports, as directed; • Represents the department in dealings with the Board of Supervisors, administration, outside organizations, the news media, and the public; • Staff representative to the Oversight Committee whose role is to review and recommend annually a CIP plan to the County Executive; • Coordinates with the Office of Management and Budget and Department of Finance during the CIP process to submit a recommended CIP plan in conformance with applicable funding and debt policies of the County; • Provides technical assistance in identifying, evaluating and developing methods, processes and procedures that are efficient, effective and meet good business practice; • Receives and responds to requests, inquiries, or complaints from the public and internal customers pertaining to departmental staff, services or programs; confers with those affected and addresses as appropriate; • Attends training to enhance and maintain knowledge of emerging trends and issues in relevant disciplines; • Plans and directs development and communication of information designed to keep community informed of projects and services of the department; makes presentations before various boards and commissions; • Disseminates