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Buildings and Grounds Director

Buildings and Grounds Director

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TYPE OF POSITION:
260-day contract
Exempt position
Hours may vary based on program/building needs

REPORTS TO:
Executive Director of Operations

SUPERVISION:
Custodial and Health/Safety Staff

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required

Bachelor’s degree in business, management or related field
5 years job related experience
Valid MN Driver’s License
Education or training in HVAC, facility management, construction or related area
Preferred

Chief Engineer License
Staff and project management experience

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Operations, the Director of Buildings and Grounds is responsible for the overall budget, management, operations and programs of all District Buildings and Grounds and the supervision of the Health and Safety Department.  The Director of Buildings and Grounds will provide leadership and work with the district administration, building principals, and other school employees to ensure a well-maintained, safe, and secure environment for students and staff.

SALARY: Competitive salary and benefit package based on education and experience

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Online application, www.isd742.org; attach documentation supporting degree

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Directs activities of all district building and grounds and warehouse personnel
Plans and coordinates the activities for new construction and land development within the district
Plans and oversees the implementation of remodeling projects, renovations or major repair projects
Oversees purchasing and maintains accurate records and documentation
Responsible for the oversight, tracking and distribution of warehouse inventory district-wide
Monitors and supervises the approved budget for Building and Grounds
Determines staffing needs and requirements
Meets with district administrators to assess needs, projects and priorities within each building
Develops recommendations for capital outlay needs and requirements
Determines work priorities, plans and organizational structure and functions within positions of Buildings and Grounds
Initiates recruitment, screens, interviews, and recommends department personnel
Initiates all personnel actions for department personnel including evaluation, transfer, promotion, demotion, discipline and dismissal decisions of department staff
Secures and oversees the recruitment and selection of seasonal department personnel
Oversees staff development activities and training sessions
Obtains necessary quotes and bids for purchasing equipment, materials, supplies and professional services in compliance with state statute, School District policy and ethical guidelines
Conducts staff meetings with department personnel
Project Management

Assists contractors, consultants, and architects in the design of buildings and facilities
Assists contractors, consultants, and architects in the diagnosis and remedies of problems during and after the construction of facilities
Plans and oversees the implementation of new construction, remodeling projects, renovations or major repairs
Monitors and serves as a liaison between the District and contractors, consultants, and architects
Supervises Health and Safety Department

Oversees Environmental Health and Safety programs
Supervises and directs Health and Safety staff
Ensure the safety, health and comfort of students, staff and public while on district grounds and facilities
Ensures monitoring and oversight of all material abatement and/or air quality testing, removal or improvement activities
Ensures compliance with OSHA and other local, state, and federal safety mandates
Plans and implements strategies and programs to accomplish department objectives

Formulates and establishes procedures and preventive maintenance schedules/programs
Monitors and serves as a liaison between the district and contractors, consultants and architects
Determines and monitors district-wide maintenance needs, requirements and priorities
Inspects all school buildings and grounds on a regular basis to determine needs, custodial/maintenance requirements, and security requirements
Implements security improvements and staff responsibilities; responds to building alarms
Oversees the preparation of playing fields and their care
Coordinates the plowing of snow and maintenance activities of all district property
Oversees the servicing, repair and replacement of grounds equipment
Participates on the district safety committee
Oversees and monitors mechanical systems throughout the district

Monitors department logs and records of service, repair and maintenance
Monitors building energy usage
Visually inspects building mechanical equipment
Communication and Customer Relations

Establishes and operates a continuous improvement system based on District goals, and direction from School Board and District administration
Maintains effective and proactive communication with the School Board, public, employees, and parents
Answer questions, resolve complaints, and distribute necessary information to staff and community
Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL FACTORS:

Frequent:  walking, standing, sitting, hearing, talking, and seeing

All Employees of Saint Cloud School District 742 are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment.  Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement.  Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependable and accountable in the performance of their work.

It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District.

 

Student Supervisor/Basic Skills Para

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Student Supervisor/Basic Skills Paraprofessional
Temporary
Pioneer Ridge Middle School
For specific information contact Dana Miller @ [email protected]

Pioneer Ridge Middle School is a 6-8 learning environment with about 700 learners.  We have a growing population of diverse learners which we support through exceptional, personalized learning.  We believe in providing a safe, welcoming environment for all learners to acquire the tools and skills necessary to confidently engage in a global community.  We are passionate and committed to closing the achievement gap and raising the bar for all students.
Preferred Candidates will have prior successful experience working with students in a diverse, multicultural education setting and/or experience working towards equity in education.

Position Dates: ASAP – June 6, 2019 (Opportunity to extend past this schol year)
Days/Hours:  Student contact days; 8:00am – 4:00pm

Banded/Graded:  B-2-1
Salary:  Tier 5 – $19.59/hour
Responsible To:  Building Principal
Position Purpose:  To supervise students in the middle school, monitor halls, support student safety and security; build student relationships to support learning; assist teachers and students with instruction and learning.

Major Job Functions/Specific Tasks/Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:  Experience working with youth preferred; Minimally HS Diploma some post secondary preferred.  See website.

Benefits of Employment as of July 1, 2018:  Eligible for benefits as negotiated between Student Support Staff (MSEA Association) and District 112.  This position is eligible for overtime and comp time.

Background check will be conducted.

If you are changing positions or the number of hours you work, your benefits may change.  Please make sure to check the eligibility of benefits as listed in the above agreement.

If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required.

Application Procedure:  Please apply online at:  http://www.district112.org  (only online applications will be accepted).

Director of Human Resources

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Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Human Resources (HR) is responsible for overseeing, planning and providing district wide leadership and guidance for the human resource function and its staff.  The Director of HR formulates, develops, and recommends policies and procedures impacting HR operations and district-wide strategic plans and objectives and provides management support in the planning and implementation of district initiatives or programs from the HR perspective. The Director of HR oversees the functions and activities for contract negotiations; employee relations; benefits administration; leadership in monitoring and overseeing compliance with HR laws, rules, regulations or guidelines, leadership in developing and implementing HR strategic plan.

2019-20 Principal Eligiblity Pool

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CURRENTLY RECRUITING for the 2019-20 Academic Year

Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is one of Minnesota’s largest school districts with more than 37,000 students. Highly trained and deeply dedicated staff, cutting-edge academic programs, and strong community support are among the district’s hallmarks. Our student population is diverse, with students who speak more than 125 languages and dialects.

Our Mission: Inspire students to think critically, pursue their dreams and change the world.

Our Guiding Values:

ACHIEVEMENT: Fostering academic success by taking action to increase student achievement through challenging and collaborative learning.
COMMUNICATION: Engaging with sincerity and honesty by using language that can be understood by all.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Pursuing excellence by identifying and strengthening what is working well and being flexible to change what is not.
COLLABORATION: Working together in a respectful manner that values and honors families, staff, students and the community.
ACCOUNTABILITY: Holding ourselves to high standards for the outcomes of student achievement and operational, instructional and fiscal performance.
INCLUSIVE CULTURE: Embracing each individual’s culture, race, ethnicity, ability and identity.

SPPS is accepting applications for its Principal Eligibility Pool for the 2019-2020 academic year. The Human Resource Department will review your qualifications and may contact you for an interview. Applicants interviewed and recommended as an eligibility pool candidate may be considered for vacancies throughout the district for the 2019-20 school year. This pool is in effect through August 31, 2019.

Position Summary:  The principal serves as the instructional leader of the school and leads school staff, students, and school communities in creating an environment that supports an outstanding education for all students.

Reporting Relationship:  Report to Assistant Superintendent (for designated building level).

This posting will close at the end of the day on Friday, February 8, 2019.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

Strategic Leadership

Create a culturally competent environment at the school where diversity is valued and all students and adults thrive and achieve at the highest levels by developing staff through related training; providing support for diverse groups in the school; initiating direct conversations about culture and diversity; and integrating learning opportunities that come from a diverse community into the school’s educational opportunities.
Develop a shared vision for the school by effectively engaging the school community in identifying factors critical to student achievement; ensure that all stakeholders are aware of the school’s goals for instruction and achievement.
Facilitate shared leadership and strategic empowerment; cultivate leaders from within and create opportunities for staff to lead; build a leadership team and teacher leaders to participate in the analysis of school operations and strategic planning.
Plan and manage a fiscally responsible budget that supports student achievement; ensure the strategic allocation and equitable use of financial and human capital resources to meet instructional goals and support staff needs; evaluate the success of funding and programming
Utilize systems thinking in problem-solving and to align school vision and goals to district strategic plan.
Instructional & Learning Leadership

Serve as the instructional leader for the building by establishing a school culture that allows for high student academic and social and emotional learning outcomes; setting clear goals; managing the delivery of curriculum; allocating resources to instruction; ensuring that teachers get the training, direction and support they need to deliver quality instruction to every student; evaluating teachers and related activities.
Build and maintain a focus on ambitious school achievement for students; create structures that enable students to generate activities and ideas that link school to future aspirations and to college and career experiences.
Lead the utilization of the multiple forms of student-level data and student work available to increase student achievement and identify student interventions including utilizing data to identify areas for instructional improvement, to refine and adapt instructional practices, and to determine appropriate strategies across all grades and content areas.
Communications Leadership

Design a system of open, clear and effective communication for the school; ensure that teaching staff communicate to families about student progress and specific ways to support their children’s learning; utilize feedback from school staff, parents, students and community groups to improve school-wide processes; adapt modes and styles of communication that make materials meaningful and engaging to staff, parents, students and community groups;
Lead efforts to develop, or design, opportunities for family and community involvement at the school; create a school-wide culture that makes school feel accessible to families and the community.
Management Leadership

Establish processes and systems to ensure a high-quality, high-performing staff including those for recruiting and hiring new staff, staff training and mentoring of staff, staff recognition and performance management; ensure that leadership and professional development growth opportunities are available for staff; analyze staff evaluations and utilize the results to direct professional development activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:  Master’s degree and must hold a proper and valid administrative licensure from the Minnesota Department of Education.

Preferred Qualifications:  Building or district administrative leadership experience. At least 3 years of teaching experience in a K-12 setting. Experience working effectively with urban schools, students and families, and outside partners with demonstrated exemplary results.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge, and practical understanding of, instructional methods, learning theories and their implementation, the principles of educational administration and school-based shared decision-making.
A well-developed personal philosophy of education and educational administration consistent with the objectives of the Board of Education and the Superintendent.
Thorough knowledge of the theories and practices of cultural competency as it relates to an inclusive educational environment and student learning.
Thorough knowledge of multicultural, gender, and disability fair curriculum and instruction.
Considerable knowledge of strategic planning and organizational goal setting.
Considerable skill in team development, leadership, and as a systems thinker.
Considerable ability to interact effectively with students, parents, community members, school staff, district administration and other district staff.
Highly proficient communication skills.