Posting number: FPC 080326 ERG
Department: Division of Administration
Division: Facility Planning and Control
Job classification: FPC ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Posting type: Open
Categories: Engineering, Project Management, Architecture
The Division of Administration/Facility Planning and Control has a vacancy. This job title has an assigned pay grade of TS-321.
The Office of Facility Planning and Control is responsible for administration of the state's capital outlay budget process, which includes preparation of a preliminary state construction plan. The document outlines state and local projects for possible funding using a mixture of state general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, state and federal cash and often fees and self-generated funds. The proposed construction budget is contained in House Bill 2 which is introduced at regular legislative sessions. The proposed construction budget is sometimes altered during the legislative sessions by lawmakers before becoming law. FPC also administers the state and non-state projects that are ultimately funded and oversees the contracts from planning through construction and project completion.
The Division of Administration is the state government’s management arm and the hub of its financial operations. Division offices perform a wide variety of activities including the following:
Job Duties:
This position requires strong leadership, technical, legal, and policy expertise to manage complex capital and disaster recovery projects across multiple state and federal systems.
The FPC Assistant Director oversees the design, construction, and disaster recovery of capital outlay projects, managing a revolving program of approximately $2 billion and supervising a staff of up to 15 employees, including senior managers.
Capital Outlay Management
Manages architectural and engineering staff reviewing state-funded construction projects across various state agencies (e.g., Higher Education, Health, Veterans Affairs, etc.).
Administers engineering and architectural programs and provides technical assistance to leadership.
Handles funding allocations, cash flows, and project approvals (contracts, bids, change orders, etc.).
Represents the office in legal and legislative matters.
Develops and oversees policies and procedures for managing Capital Outlay projects statewide.
Disaster Project Oversight
Guides staff in managing emergency and non-traditional construction projects post-disaster.
Ensures compliance with federal laws and guidelines (e.g., Davis-Bacon Act, HUD, FEMA).
Coordinates preliminary damage assessments and manages external consultants.
Disaster Recovery Coordination
Coordinates with agencies on disaster response priorities (repairs, demolitions, replacements).
Communicates state recovery policies and ensures agency alignment during emergencies.
Federal Coordination & Compliance
Interfaces with FEMA, HUD, and other federal entities during disasters.
Prepares project worksheets (PWs), audits, and ensures proper use and tracking of federal funds.
Drafts and implements disaster recovery rules and regulations.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This vacancy will be filled by new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee.
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How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
A criminal history check may be conducted on all new hires as well as employees changing positions including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify system.
For further information about this posting, please contact:
Erica R. Gay
HR Specialist
Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources
Email:Erica.Gay@la.gov
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