Deputy Director of Facilities Project Execution
SALARY DETAILS
$195,000.00 - $243,000.00 Yearly
APPLICATION FILING DATES
March 23, 2026 to April 6, 2026
INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD
We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
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DEPARTMENT OR SCHOOL SITE
The Project Execution Branch of the Facilities Services Division is responsible for the construction of new schools and repair and modernization of existing schools as part of a multi-year bond funded capital improvement program. The branch is dedicated to ensuring that existing campuses are modernized and repaired in support of the education and safety of our students and staff utilizing cost efficient and sustainable materials.
BENEFITS
Insurance: District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.
Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
Vacation: 24 days each year.
Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The Deputy Director of Facilities Project Execution assists in the management of the Project Execution Branch in planning, budgeting, scheduling, funding applications, project cost controls, project reporting, and interdepartmental and interagency coordination of all new construction and existing facility modernization activities. Typical duties include:
- Providing general direction for project execution management staff in the Facilities Services Division.
- Developing overall procedures and methods to ensure the best value for the District and delivering school construction projects on schedule and within budget.
- Directing and reviewing construction claims and liaising with legal counsel on claims resolution.
- Reviewing and revising estimation procedures for the development of project budgets.
- Coordinating the development of project budgets with the actual funding provided by State and local funds.
To learn more about the duties and responsibilities of the position, please review the class description.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
PROMOTIONAL STATUS IS REQUIRED: You must be a current or retired employee of LAUSD with 130 paid days in regular status in the Classified Service or permanent status in the Certificated Service or have been laid-off within the past 39 months from a regular, permanent LAUSD position in which you passed probation. Laid-off employees' eligibility as a promotional candidate expires at the end of their 39 month period; as such, laid-off employees applying for promotional career opportunities may not be eligible to complete the assessment process or may be removed from the employment eligibility list once their eligibility as a promotional candidate expires.
EDUCATION: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in architecture, engineering, planning, facilities management, or construction management. Courses in business administration, public administration, construction contract law, public relations, accounting, school finance, personnel management, and communications are preferable. A graduate degree in any subject is preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Eight years of management experience with responsibility for commercial, and/or public, and/ or educational facilities construction programs or projects in construction value of $500 million and above.
The following work experience is preferable:
- Experience with Design Build and/or Progressive Design Build Delivery Methods
- Experience with public agency construction and Public Contracting Code
- Experience with DSA construction/design processes
- Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
SPECIAL:
Any of the following is preferable:
- A valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer by the California State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, or;
- A valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI), or;
- A valid Certification of Project Management Professionals (PMPs) or Program Management Professionals (PgMPs) by the Project Management Institute, or;
- A valid Certificate of Registration as a licensed architect by the California Architects Board.
AND
A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the state of California and the use of a motor vehicle.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled professional in bond program implementation, project financing, and financial forecasting, with the ability to support executive leadership in delivering complex capital programs. They will be a collaborative leader who thrives in a team-oriented environment and can effectively translate organizational goals into actionable plans and results. They will promote accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement by mentoring staff and strengthening cross-functional coordination. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships across departments and with external stakeholders, demonstrating sound judgment and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to facilities and construction challenges.
With a proven record supporting large-scale project delivery, the candidate will be knowledgeable in modern practices of facilities administration, including educational facility planning, school utilization, and architectural and engineering processes. They will understand the requirements for successfully executing construction and modernization projects in compliance with design standards and regulations. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be fiscally responsible and detail-oriented, with experience in budget oversight, cost control, and financial reporting. They will be an effective communicator and negotiator, with public sector or public project experience and a strong background in construction or program management.
The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity, dependability, and high ethical standards while supporting leadership in achieving capital program goals.
EMPLOYMENT SELECTION PROCESS
We anticipate receiving a number of well qualified applicants for this position; therefore, there will be a competitive process.
We encourage you to visit our website, LAUSD Careers Page periodically to check for other opportunities. For more information about the LAUSD employment assessment process, visit the hiring process section of our website at LAUSD Careers Page .
APPLICATION PROCESS
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ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION
The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct, or bullying. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct or bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart disease), medical condition (cancer related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.
For inquiries or complaints contact our Equal Opportunity Section, (213) 241-7685.
Selection and promotion are based on a competitive employment assessment process. Candidates who pass all parts of the assessment process are placed on a hiring (eligibility) list based on their assessment score. Hiring departments may make job offers to candidates in the top three ranks of the hiring list. The eligibility list resulting from this assessment process will last for 6 months, and may be used to fill open positions in related job classifications.
Please submit your application as soon as possible as recruitment may close without notice. For questions and concerns regarding this recruitment, please contact Marcella Huerta-Ortiz at m.huertaortiz@lausd.net.
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