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Texas Facilities Commission · 16 hours ago

FY 26-53 Executive Director

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$200K/yr - $208K/yr

4+ years exp

The Texas Facilities Commission is seeking an experienced leader for the Executive Director position in Austin, Texas. This role involves providing leadership, management, and vision to ensure operational efficiency and accountability within the agency's mission.

ConstructionFacilities Support ServicesFacility Management

No H1B

Responsibilities

At the direction of the Commissioners, and in alignment with the agency’s mission, provides the day to day management, oversight and direction of agency operations and administration

Under the direction of the Commissioners and in collaboration with the senior management team to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel in order to achieve the strategic, operational, and administrative objectives of the agency

Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all internal and external operational processes; provides timely, accurate, competent and complete reports on the operating condition of the agency

Identifies best practices and improves internal systems and operations in consideration of future needs and budget realities; initiates and oversees the development, communication, and implementation of innovative and efficient operational processes

Provides direction, guidance and input to programmatic leadership on the implementation of the agency’s operations and strategic planning process

Develops and implements an effective process for tracking and reporting on the implementation of the agency’s strategic plan and programmatic operations

Reviews results of special investigations, internal audits, research studies, forecasts, and modeling exercises to provide direction and guidance

Works closely with the internal audit function to timely identify and understand agency and operational risks, and to then act promptly and effectively in implementing corrective plans and strategies

Reviews guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; and monitors compliance

Develops, reviews, approves budgets and leads the development of the agency’s Legislative Agenda and Legislative Appropriations Request

Advises the Commissioners on significant issues and proposed actions and makes policy recommendations

Develops Commission agenda items, assuring that issues and solutions are properly defined, researched and presented in a timely manner

Plans, assigns and supervises the work of others

Performs related work as assigned

Qualification

Executive managementConstruction project managementBudget managementLegislative experienceArchitectural knowledgeEngineering knowledgeContract managementStrategic planningCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam management

Required

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The Texas Facilities Commission is seeking an experienced, established leader with a solid breadth of administrative and organizational management expertise to fill the Executive Director position located in Austin, Texas

Reporting to the Commissioners, the Executive Director provides the leadership, management, and vision necessary to ensure that the agency has the proper operational metrics, controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and systems in place to ensure operating efficiency, accountability and transparency in carrying out the mission of the agency

The Executive Director has overall supervisory responsibility for all agency operations and plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others

At the direction of the Commissioners, and in alignment with the agency's mission, provides the day to day management, oversight and direction of agency operations and administration

Provides direction, guidance and input to programmatic leadership on the implementation of the agency's operations and strategic planning process

Develops and implements an effective process for tracking and reporting on the implementation of the agency's strategic plan and programmatic operations

Reviews results of special investigations, internal audits, research studies, forecasts, and modeling exercises to provide direction and guidance

Works closely with the internal audit function to timely identify and understand agency and operational risks, and to then act promptly and effectively in implementing corrective plans and strategies

Reviews guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; and monitors compliance

Develops, reviews, approves budgets and leads the development of the agency's Legislative Agenda and Legislative Appropriations Request

Advises the Commissioners on significant issues and proposed actions and makes policy recommendations

Develops Commission agenda items, assuring that issues and solutions are properly defined, researched and presented in a timely manner

Plans, assigns and supervises the work of others

Performs related work as assigned

The Executive Director must be a highly competent and experienced professional with a demonstrated track record of successful managerial accomplishments

Qualified candidates must work well within the political environment and possess a high level of integrity and transparency

Four (4) years of experience in agency executive management, a state legislative office, or private sector management in a field related to the Texas Facilities Commission

Demonstrated experience in financial planning and budget management experience in state government setting

Experience and/or knowledge of and willingness to perform under a metrics driven evaluation of performance

Valid State of Texas Class “C” driver's license

Extensive knowledge of business operating procedures, management processes, and internal reporting techniques

Considerable knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations and policies, particularly in the public construction and facilities management areas

Working knowledge of the legislative process, which includes analysis and interpretation of legislation

Knowledge of procurement, leasing, contract management, facilities construction, physical plant operations, and relevant related management practices and procedures

Considerable skill in organizational development, personnel management, budget and resource development, and strategic planning

Considerable skill in the use of personal computers and applicable programs, applications and systems

Considerable skill in verbal and written communication

Considerable skill in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting accurate and relevant information, including law, rules, and regulations

Skill in organization presentation, and negotiation

Skill in operations analysis

Skill in managing conflict, negotiating resolutions, and resolving problems effectively

Demonstrated ability to maintain effective working relationships within and outside the agency

Demonstrated ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions

Demonstrated ability to establish goals and objectives that support the agency strategic plan, as well as the ability to develop and manage against operational success metrics

Demonstrated ability to convey complex ideas and concepts to a variety of audiences

Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and effectively handle multiple, competing priorities and deadlines

Ability to analyze and interpret complex technical information and explain in non-technical terms

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing and to interact with staff and the public in a professional and courteous manner

Preferred

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university preferably with a degree in architecture or engineering. Major course work in business administration, finance, or a related field will also be viewed favorably

Five (5) years of strong operational experience in construction project team management, management of facilities operations and planning, and/or physical plant operations. Public sector experience, especially in the design and construction services procurement experience, preferred

Five (5) years of experience in a senior management position, preferred

Licensed Architect (or Registered architect) preferred; or, Licensed Engineer, preferred