Salary : $122,747.00 - $176,260.00 Annually
Location : Various locations in La Mesa-Spring Valley, CA
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: 2627-14
Department: Maintenance & Operations, Spring Valley
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 9/1/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Job Summary & Examination Date Dual-Merged (2627-14)
An examination will be given to establish an eligibility list for the position of Director, Maintenance, Operations, and Facilities in order to fill a current vacancy. This position is full-time, 260 paid days per year. Eligibility list will be valid for six (6) months.
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, plans, organizes, controls and directs the operations of the Maintenance, Operations and Facilities departments; oversees and facilitates the maintenance, repair and alteration of District buildings and grounds; serves as the District representative in planning and developing facilities and new construction; trains, supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel.
A letter of introduction/cover letter, resume and three (3) recent (dated within the last 12 months) letters of recommendation, must be submitted with completed application online by 4:30 PM on the closing date. Incomplete applications and faxed materials will not be considered. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Completed online applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application or supplemental questions; however, applicants may submit resumes along with the completed online application.
A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Make sure your application thoroughly details your education and work experience.
Technical Oral Exam will be scheduled by appointment only, for the more-well qualified candidates.
Oral/Technical Exam: Date TBD
Final Hiring Interview: Date TBD
All offers of employment are tentative pending the following pre-employment clearances:
- Fingerprint (from the DOJ & FBI)
- Manager Physical
- Tuberculosis
Examinations will be given by appointment only. Following the conclusion of the examination process, the candidates will be ranked and notified of their scores.
All examinations will take place at La Mesa - Spring Valley School District's Education Service Center, 4750 Date Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942 (Phone: 619-668-5700) unless notified otherwise. Exam starts promptly at the scheduled time. Latecomers will not be admitted. Candidates will be required to present valid photo identification prior to sign-in.
Examples of Duties Plans, organizes, controls and directs department operations, maintenance of services and the implementation of new programs and processes including facilities and new construction.
Participates in various construction planning and development activities; reviews specifications and makes changes as needed; monitors and visits sites to inspect ongoing construction projects; supervises in house special construction projects.
Plans, organizes, reviews and prioritizes work orders and projects for maintenance, custodial, and grounds activities; meets with department staff and provide direction on assignments; inspect new construction, repair work, grounds, special projects, equipment, work orders, daily maintenance and supplies; approves inspection reports and payment requests.
Trains, supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; interviews and selects employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions.
Provides technical expertise, information and assistance to the Assistant Superintendent regarding assigned functions; assists in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs.
Plans, organizes and implements long and short-term programs and activities.
Directs the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to personnel and assigned activities.
Communicates with other administrators, personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information.
Manages construction contracts for new facilities and major alterations or modernization of existing facilities; assures work is performed in accordance with specifications, time lines and budget.
Develops and prepares the annual preliminary budget for the Maintenance, Operations and Facilities department; analyzes and reviews budgetary and financial data; controls and authorizes expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
Oversees the preparation and development of a variety of mandated plans, studies, and reports prepared internally or by retained consultants; assures compliance with regulatory actions, funding requirements, and other established policies.
Confers with site administrators regarding site maintenance needs; recommends changes or alternations; provides cost estimates and time lines; researches new products, laws, regulations, recommends purchases, contracts and planning for district-wide services.
Operates a computer and assigned software programs; operates other office equipment as assigned; drives a vehicle to conduct work as assigned.
Attends and conducts a variety of meetings as assigned; serves as a District representative on committees.
OTHER DUTIES:
Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education training, and/or experience equivalent to: bachelor's degree in urban planning, engineering, construction management, architecture, business administration, public administration or other related field and five years of experience in the administration of maintenance, operations and facilities activities including three years of increasingly responsible experience in a supervisory capacity with experience directly hiring, evaluating and disciplining, and recommending suspension and/or termination of assigned staff. Experience with developing and implementing long-term plans required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KNOWLEDGE OF:
Planning, organization and direction the operations of the Maintenance, Operations and Facilities departments.
Budget preparation and control.
Oral and written communication skills.
Building codes related to facilities, construction and renovation.
Maintenance, grounds and custodial procedures and operations.
Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in cleaning, grounds maintenance, facilities
planning, construction, maintenance and repair activities.
Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.
Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Funding sources and approval process.
Building construction planning and development.
Environmental, health and safety issues and regulations related to employees, buildings and property.
Arithmetic calculations.
ABILITY TO:
Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Participate in various construction planning and development activities.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Inspect projects for accuracy, completeness and compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures.
Estimate materials and labor costs.
Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
Develop and enforce work and safety standards.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Work independently with little direction.
Plan and organize work.
Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports.
Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports, budgets, records and files related to assigned activities.
Perform arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT: Indoor, outdoor, office and shop environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Noise from equipment operation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, assigned tools and equipment.
Seeing to evaluate needed repairs, safety issues and monitor work projects.
Walking over rough or uneven surfaces.
Standing and walking for extended periods of time to conduct inspections.
HAZARDS:
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
Exposure to potential hazards of inspecting construction sites.
Potential exposure to hazardous substances and materials.
The District provides excellent benefits for permanent employees who work 20 or more hours per week, including:*Substitute positions do not qualify for District covered benefits*
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Medical: Choice of VEBA (Kaiser or United Health Care)
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Dental: Delta Dental or Delta Care HMO (District-paid for employee only)
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Life: Life ($50,000) and Accidental Death & Dismemberment ($50,000). Also includes MEDEX Travel Assistance (for medical care situations 100 miles from home or international trips up to 90 days; with some exclusions)
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Vacation: (10+); Sick (9.50+ days per year) - vacation/sick accumulation days increase with years of service
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Employee Assistance Program: (at no cost to employee): through San Diego County EAP
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VEBA Optum Health: Employee assistance program
* Note: Benefits are subject to change.Voluntary Plans:-Dependent life insurance coverage
-Disability plans through American Fidelity
-Vision: VSP Vision Care $10.20/monthly paid by employee
-403(b) Retirement
-MetLaw prepaid legal through Hyatt Legal Plans
In addition:- Bargaining unit eligible employees may elect to become a CSEA member.
- Employees working 20 hours per week or more are enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system.
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A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Make sure your application details your education and work experience.
Did you complete the application?
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Did you attach a letter of introduction/cover letter?
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Did you attach a resume?
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Did you attach three (3) recent (within one year) letters of recommendation?
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Do you possess a bachelor's degree in urban planning, engineering, construction management, architecture, business administration, public administration or other related field? If so, please attach a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts.
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Completion of the following question is required; referencing your application or attached resume is not acceptable.Please detail your experience in the administration of maintenance, operations and facilities activities. Please state how many years of experience you have and the organizations in which the experience was obtained.
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Completion of the following question is required; referencing your application or attached resume is not acceptable.Please detail your experience working in a supervisory capacity with experience directly hiring, evaluating and disciplining, and recommending suspension and/or termination of assigned staff. Please state how many years of experience you have and the organizations in which the experience was obtained.
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Completion of the following question is required; referencing your application or attached resume is not acceptable.Please detail your experience with developing and implementing long-term plans. Please state how many years of experience you have and the organizations in which the
