Assistant Project Engineer Jobs in Manhattan, KS

Assistant COO

Purpose Statement
To provide leadership for the district's operational programs in alignment with the mission of providing high quality
educational services. The Assistant Chief Operating Officer ensures that district resources are
managed efficiently, facilities and services operate safely, and all operational systems support teaching
and learning.
 

This job reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
 

Essential Functions
Develop, administer, and oversee programs for bidding, purchasing, and procurement of district supplies and
equipment.
Administer the operation, maintenance, and construction of district facilities.
Assist with supervision of transportation operations, ensuring safe and efficient student transportation services.
Assist with oversight of district emergency management, safety, and security planning and execution.
Assist with contractual oversight of all operational contracts including but not limited to grounds, custodial,
maintenance, food service, transportation, CMAR, architects, engineers, etc.
Assist with nutrition services to ensure delivery of healthy and cost-effective meals for students.
Manage district real estate, insurance programs, and asset inventory.
Synchronize all operational efforts related to: operations, safety/security, technology, transportation, and nutrition
services.
Coordinate operational partnerships with outside agencies (city, county, state, federal, Fort Riley, and private
organizations).
Implement and advise on the District's Master Plan related to facilities, athletic fields, career and technical
education equipment, musical instruments, vehicles, kitchen equipment, and other support equipment.
Lead the district's energy conservation and sustainability efforts.
Provide analysis, reports, and recommendations to the COO, Superintendent, and Board of Education.
Perform other duties as assigned by the COO.
 

Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the
work unit.
 

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
 

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet
changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of
the job include operating standard office equipment including using a variety of software applications; planning
and managing projects; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
 

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and
ratios; review and interpret technical information; prepare written reports and recommendations; and analyze
situations to define issues, evaluate options, and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies
required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include principles of public-sector operations and
management; budgeting, cost analysis, purchasing, procurement, and contract administration; facility
operations, maintenance, construction, and capital planning; transportation, nutrition services, safety and
security, emergency management, and risk management practices; applicable federal, state, and local laws,
codes, policies, and regulations; personnel processes and standard business practices; program planning,
project management, data analysis, and continuous improvement; and effective written and verbal
communication practices.
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ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or
classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide
variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using
standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with
data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem
solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent
interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based
competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include adapting to changing work
priorities; communicating effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups and individuals; organize
resources to meet goals and deadlines; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of
a team; and working with detailed information/data.
 

Responsibility
Responsibilities include working independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve unit
objectives; managing a department; directing the use of budgeted funds within a work unit. Utilization of
significant resources from other work units is routinely required to perform the job's functions. There is a
continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.
 

Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and some fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80%
sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
 

Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.
 

Education: Bachelor's degree in job-related area.

Grant Funded: Position is based on grant availiblitly.

Required Testing                                                                              Certificates and Licenses
 

Continuing Educ. / Training                                                                      Clearances
                                                                                                          Criminal Background Clearance

FLSA Status                                    Approval Date                                  Salary Grade
Exempt                                                                                        Grant Funded: Position is based on grant availability.
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in
its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475
Director of Human Resources, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For
questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Director of Exceptional Student
Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000