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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT 405 DPS - IOD - Associate Director of MEP - 1620 in Austin, Texas
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PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information. SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform advanced (senior-level) managerial work directing the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs, maintenance, and projects related to physical buildings, facilities operations, facilities projects and repairs statewide . Work involves establishing strategic plans, goals and objectives; for statewide facilities to provide accessible, safe and healthy physical buildings and facilities that comply with all applicable statutes, for use by employees and some citizens, and implementing those plans by directing, through assigned subordinates, the administrative, technical and operating functions of the division to attain established Bureau goals and objectives efficiently and effectively. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others. Work is performed under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Direct, develop, implement and evaluate, through subordinate supervisors, activities of staff in the Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing (MEP) section. Oversee the establishment of goals, priorities and objectives consistent with the agencys strategic plan. 2. Direct, develop, implement, evaluate, monitor and control the MEP statewide program, evaluating and maximizing efficiency and effectiveness of corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, and renovation/construction programs. 3. Implement and/or monitor programs focusing on continuous process improvement, preventative maintenance, and the MEP portion of renovation/construction projects for all assigned facilities and oversee the direct-digital-control (DDC) systems. 4. Directs MEP staff, subcontractors and other vendors to complete work orders relating to routine facility MEP maintenance and repairs, preventive maintenance, major MEP maintenance and repairs, DDC systems, remodeling of existing facilities, and emergency repairs. 5. Reviews and approves inspection and progress reports, invoices for materials and periodic progress of contracts, overtime labor costs and related disbursements from various budget accounts. 6. Establish and approve requirements for annual MEP maintenance and repair contracts, blanket contracts relating to Facilities, purchase orders and memoranda, bid sheets, scope of work statements, and petty cash expenditures and develop blanket contracts to streamline business processes; and approve MEP staff requests for expenditures for tools and equipment. 7. Reviews and processes documentation packages, prepared by assigned staff, of requests for MEP maintenance and minor repairs, reports of on-site inspections, determination f total Department or Division needs from assessment studies and conference discussions, and various factors that affect priority; prepares summaries, proposed schedules and recommendations. 8. Direct the development of designs, drawings, standards, specifications, and cost estimates for MEP repair projects, infrastructure, specialized equipment, and instruments using accepted project management methodologies. 9. Develop or direct the development of emergency action plans, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates and determine method of repair work. 10. Develop, review and approve MEP maintenance, repair and project budgets and assist with facility condition assessments as requested. 11. Analyze existing business processes and document inefficiencies, problem areas, gaps, and opportunities for improvement and develops performance metrics. 12. Plan, develop, evaluate, interpret, and coordinate statewide facilities and MEP policies; review guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; and monitor compliance. 13. Review results of special investigations, internal audits, research studies, forecasts, and modeling exercises to provide direction and guidance. 14. Represent the agency at business meetings, legislative sessions, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees. Serve as a liaison with internal/external customers including high-level executives, governmental officials, and the public. 15. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others including subordinate supervisors. Coordinate staff, vendors, and sub-contractors during emergencies related to building functions day or night, including weekends and holidays. 16. Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies. 17. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS: Education High school diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical or structural), construction science, project management, or a related field is preferred. Experience Minimum of four (4) years progressively responsible work experience in MEP facilities operations. At least four (4) years demonstrated and progressively responsible managerial/supervisory experience. Experience in any of the MEP trades is preferred. Substitution Note: Progressively responsible work experience of the type described may be substituted for the educational requirement with one (1) year equal to thirty (30) semester hours. Licensure and/or Certification Must possess a valid driver license from state of residence. Regulatory Knowledge Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures relevant to commercial construction, office building maintenance and the principles and practices of public administration and business management including budgeting methods and procedures. Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing (MEP) Knowledge Comprehensive knowledge of MEP equipment and systems, and ability to diagnose malfunctioning units and perform maintenance on all types of MEP equipment. Knowledge of HVAC / Plumbing Refrigeration codes (Uniform Mechanical Code); electrical codes (National Electrical Code); digital control systems and energy efficiency requirements. Ability to comply with TDLR laws and regulations as it pertains to steam and hot water boilers as well as EPA standards as it applies to refrigerants. Knowledge and proficiency in the tools and terms of the trades. Skill in working from blue prints and sketches. Ability to