Listing Summary

Specialist II, Architecture and Engineering

Summary:

The Specialist II, Architecture and Engineering supports the department and coordinators with project assistance and compliance with Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE), requirements. This role is responsible for day-to-day oversight and a wide range of professional tasks within Capital Programs, including inventory drawings GaDOE reimbursables, maximum occupancy requirements, drawing archives, GaDOE Capital Outlay Program System (COPS), and site approval.

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Starting Salary Range: $54,459-$66,068 (Step 1 -11 depending upon verifiable work experience).

Salary Range Capacity: $54,459-$99,976 (Step 1-26)

Essential Duties

• Assists in GaDOE compliance for the District’s planning, application, and project compliance
• Maintains GaDOE Capital Outlay Program System (COPS) including annual updates to Facility and School Registry
• Coordinates, maintains, and manages the archive files and documents for Capital Programs
• Manages site approval process with GaDOE for new schools and additions
• Maintains and manages the inventory drawings using computer-aided design software
• Updates the square footage inventory for all school facilities annually
• Reviews and updates the maximum occupancy limits for all school assembly areas
• Visits the District’s facilities to review and confirm information on record documents
• Establishes and maintains files and documents as required by State and Federal Laws, State Department of Education Rules and Regulations, and Fulton County Board of Education Policies, where applicable
• Provides administrative and operational support to the Coordinators as required
• Manages the daily office functions of the assigned area of responsibility
• Undertakes projects assigned by the Director to support organizational initiatives
• Attends training/conferences to keep abreast of current laws, trends, and best practices
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education: High School Diploma or GEDAssociate’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering or related field preferred

Certification/Licensure: None required; must be willing to acquire additional training as directed by manager

Experience Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field required. Experience using computer-aided design software required; Experience with Kahua or similar project manager software preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Familiarity with GaDOE requirements and document control processes
• Knowledge of laws, trends, and best practices relevant to assigned area of responsibility
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with District and school personnel, the general public, and work with diverse groups of people
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Working Conditions:

• Normal office and school environment
• Site visits to the District’s facilities

Physical Demands:

• Routine physical activity associated with normal office environment

Posting ID: 31297

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