Assistant Director of Support Services-Administration Building

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Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership and Administration Serves as a member of the Library Executive Leadership Team and participates in strategic planning and organizational decision-making.

Develops and implements operational strategies that support the library system’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.

Provides leadership, coaching, and supervision to managers and staff within assigned departments.

Establishes performance expectations and evaluates staff performance.

Develops and implements policies, procedures, and operational standards.

Leads change initiatives and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.

Operational Support Services Oversees support service functions including facilities operations, maintenance coordination, fleet operations, safety and security, procurement, logistics, and administrative support services.

Coordinates and monitors maintenance and repair activities for library facilities and infrastructure.

Ensures facilities meet safety, accessibility, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Oversees system-wide operational contracts and vendor relationships.

Coordinates emergency preparedness and business continuity planning efforts.

Develops and monitors operational service standards and performance measures.

Capital Planning and Projects Assists in planning, development, renovation, and construction projects for library facilities.

Collaborates with county departments, architects, contractors, and consultants on capital improvement initiatives.

Monitors project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

Supports long-range facilities planning and growth initiatives.

Financial Management Develops and administers departmental budgets.

Monitors expenditures and ensures responsible fiscal management.

Participates in procurement processes and contract negotiations.

Identifies opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Collaboration and Community Relations Works collaboratively with library leadership and county departments.

Represents the library at county meetings, committees, and community events.

Establishes productive relationships with vendors, contractors, and external partners.

Responds to operational concerns and service issues as needed.

Data, Assessment, and Continuous Improvement Uses operational metrics and performance data to evaluate services and identify areas for improvement.

Prepares reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership and governing bodies.

Implements best practices and innovative approaches to improve operational effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications Education Master 's degree required in business administration, Public Administration, Library Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.

Experience Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in operations, administration, facilities, support services, or related areas.

Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.

Experience managing multiple projects, budgets, and teams in a complex organization preferred.

Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in public administration, Business Administration, Library Science, or related field preferred.

Experience in public libraries, local government, or multi-site organizations strongly preferred.

Experience overseeing facilities or capital projects preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities.

Knowledge of operational management principles and best practices.

Knowledge of facilities management, project management, and…