DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) – PROPERTY MANAGEMENT-General Services-The City of Houston

Salary

$105,000.00 - $115,000.00 Annually

Location 

Houston, TX

Job Type

Executive Level

Job Number

35023

Department

General Services

Opening Date

09/11/2024

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POSITION OVERVIEW

PN# 35023 DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm*
*Subject to change

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Under the direction of the Assistant Director, manages and directs PMD supervisors and managers, reviews overall PMD operations, and may establish objectives within the division.
• Directs and manages daily department operations.
• Utilize assimilated deferred maintenance information from the Facility Condition Assessment, FAMIS work order system and client department information to prioritize and recommend priorities to the Director for consideration and acceptance. 
• Review construction project designs related to deferred maintenance items and update the condition assessment records.
• Manages and budgets service contracts for janitorial services, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, elevator maintenance, lawn services, ground maintenance and alarm services.
• Establishes policies, procedures, guidelines, building maintenance schedules and project schedules.
• Establish metrics that measure the progress made in improving facilities. Maintain the record of improvements to be made. Track completed deficiencies. Prepare reports summarizing results.
• Oversees management and tracking of Citywide contracts and vendor performance.
• Manage requests from client departments through a work order system. Prioritize the most critical repairs to address.
• Coordinates with other GSD divisions and departments to facilitate implementation of facility maintenance projects.
• Coordinates with GSD Training and Development Division to develop training programs for technical personnel.
• Assumes the duties of the Assistant Director of PMD during periods of his or her absence.
• Oversees staff, activities, and projects related to the review of plans for new buildings, renovations, or other facility improvements in coordination with the Design and Construction Division.
• Ensure that all emergency and life safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested, and certified to standards.
• Manages, trains, develops, counsels, and evaluates staff performance. 
• Coordinates the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the budget and expenditures.
• Acts as liaison to other departments, government agencies and the private sector. 
• Review, recommend and implement process improvements.
• Assist in preparation and administration of the PMD annual operating budget.
• Oversees allocation of funds dedicated to Deferred Maintenance projects.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position works in a variety of environments indoors and outdoors.

This is a General Services Department Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
 
EXPERIENCE
Seven years of progressively more complex/responsible administrative experience are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity.

A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the work being performed may be substituted for two years of experience.

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
None; however, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.
 
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION        Yes         
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
 
SALARY INFORMATION                     
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.  
 
Pay Grade 30   
 
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.  

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm. For application status inquiries please contact (832) 393-6027.

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (832) 393-6027. TTY 7-1-1.

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
 
EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer 
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.