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Job Purpose
Under limited supervision, conducts site visits to NM Public Schools in assigned districts to audit facility and system conditions, collect, verify and record findings; including on-site/field work and interaction with districts, PSFA...

Job Purpose
Under limited supervision, conducts site visits to NM Public Schools in assigned districts to audit facility and system conditions, collect, verify and record findings; including on-site/field work and interaction with districts, PSFA Regional Managers, and various associated resources. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
•	Timely observation, accurate documentation and timely filing of reports. 
•	Photographs and documents existing conditions related to 6.27.30 NMAC.
•	Completes Facilities Maintenance Assessment Report (FMAR), and Facilities Assessment Database (FAD) reports.
•	Collaborates with PSFA Maintenance Staff, Facilities Staff and assigned Regional Manager to provide constructive feedback to school districts.
•	Effective utilization of production strategies that include time management, communication, flexibility, and accountability. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
•	General knowledge of Facility Management, Maintenance and Construction and associated building systems and components.
•	General knowledge of the International Building Code and New Mexico Building Code.
•	Ability to read and understand blueprints. 
•	Ability to measure, record, deduce, substantiate and confirm square footages using a multiple of methodologies.
•	Computer skills to include use of the MS Office Suite.
•	Self-motivated with ability to learn quickly and work independently.
•	Ability to clearly communicate (verbal/written) with associates and stakeholders.
•	Comfortable and effective in both one-on-one and group interactions.

Minimum Education and Experience
A degree in architecture, construction management, ICC certification as a Building Inspector or Plan Reviewer, Plant Management, Service Technician or related field and/or five (5) years relative experience. A combination of education and experience may be substitute for the requirement, at the discretion of the director.

Licenses/Certifications Required 
N/A

Working Conditions
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment, and in, around and on top of school facilities. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Some potential exists for exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions. 

Physical Effort
Moderate physical activity is required while performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stand; walk; and use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb (ladders), balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee is required to stand and/or walk for more than four (4) hours per day. 

Supplemental Information
Other Requirements: Extensive state travel is required. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license.
Job Type: Full Time
Base of Operations: Albuquerque, NM

Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. The description is not to be construed as an extensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employee. The agency director reserves the rights to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. This job description does not change the “at-will” employment relationship as indicated in the Policies for Governor Exempt Employees and the Exempt Position Statement. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, at any time, at the discretion of the director.

Executive Order 2021-046 requires all employees with the State of New Mexico to provide either proof of COVID-19 vaccination and eligible boosters or proof of a COVID-19 viral test every week. Links to the referenced Executive Order and Public Health Order can be found on the State Personnel Office website homepage: www.spo.state.nm.us

Job Purpose
Under limited supervision, assists the CFO in the maintenance, review, and reconciliation of financial records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting principles and standards. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
•	Monitors the...

Job Purpose
Under limited supervision, assists the CFO in the maintenance, review, and reconciliation of financial records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting principles and standards. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
•	Monitors the agency budget to ensure expenditures are within budgetary limitations and are in compliance with fiscal guidelines. 
•	Maintains fiscal records by reviewing purchase requisitions, vouchers, receipts, travel schedules, journal vouchers and other documents.
•	Enters data onto computer spread sheets, ledgers, worksheets and other forms.
•	Compares data contained in a variety of financial records in order to detect errors/discrepancies.
•	Reconciles accounts/records; and extracts and compiles information from records as required. 
•	Reconciliation of capital budgets.
•	Monitors budgets by reviewing fund balances and reporting overages and shortages to superiors.
•	Assists in budget preparation by compiling necessary information manually or by using computer based records pertaining to budgets, accounts, inventories and other financial operations.
•	Assists in preparation and submission of Operating budget  request and submission of agency Appropriation (Operating Budget) by compiling necessary information manually or by using computer based records pertaining to budgets, accounts, inventories and other financial operations.
•	Preparation and submission of Capital Budget Requests.
•	Conducting internal audit of all PSCOC-awarded projects for financial closeout.
•	Assist in the preparation of agency financial and construction project reports for management and the public.
•	Completes report forms or writes narrative reports; prepares financial information for management. 
•	Coordinates accounts payable activities with the purchasing function.
•	Reviews transactions for documentation of obligation, payment authorization, timely payment, and accurate recording.
•	Reconcile expenditures, encumbrances, cash and revenue for the agency on a monthly basis.
•	Assist Contracts Specialist in reviewing contracts for design professional services and construction, as well as related tasks.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
•	Knowledge of basic accounting principles, laws, and regulations.
•	Knowledge of governmental accounting and operating systems. 
•	Ability to make recommendations on revisions or modifications to the accounting system or process. 
•	Ability to make decisions regarding the accounting treatment of financial transactions. 
•	Problem solving skills to recommend solutions to accounting problems occurring in the agency operations. 
•	Effective communication skills both written and verbal.

Pay Range: $50k - $55k

Job Purpose

The position of Information Technology Manager is established to direct, plan, organize and manage the activities of the Information Technology (IT) Department and to ensure the effective, efficient and secure operations and...

Job Purpose

The position of Information Technology Manager is established to direct, plan, organize and manage the activities of the Information Technology (IT) Department and to ensure the effective, efficient and secure operations and maintenance of all installed systems and networks. The incumbent provides vision, leadership and cohesion to our existing and emerging IT systems and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:
•	Develop and interpret IT policies, plans, and procedures for acceptable usage, compliance, and contingencies for a State Government Agency.
•	Develops and manages computer information resources, providing for data security, control, strategic computing, and disaster recovery.
•	Reviews project plans and coordinates project delivery and activity.
•	Consults with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements using conceptual and strategic skills such as process mapping to evaluate business requirements and offer or create solutions based on those requirements.
•	Meets with staff, management, vendors, and others, to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.
•	Provides staff with technical support for installed computers and peripherals.
•	Recruit, hire, train and supervise staff, or participate in IT staffing decisions.
•	Evaluate data processing proposals to assess project feasibility and requirements.
•	Determine feasibility of development of new databases and/or enhancements or modifications to existing databases and systems.
•	Installs, configures and supports the Public School Facilities Authority's local area network, wide area network and internet system.
•	Manage multiple information and communication systems and projects including oversight of the back office computer operations and related local area networks and wide-area networks.
•	Monitors network and performs necessary maintenance to ensure network availability and reliability to all system users.
•	Programs and configures software, set up functions, enter data, or process information to support the installed computing environment.
•	Manage, guide, direct, and motivate IT staff including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
•	Design, implement, and evaluate the systems that support end users in the productive use of computer hardware and software.
•	Analyze requirements with end-users, manage and deploy new, third party or in-house systems.
•	Facilitates communication between staff, management, vendors, and other technology resources within the organization.
•	Oversees or participates in statewide programs and initiatives that require technical assistance and expertise in the use or implementation of existing or emerging technologies to improve their efficiency, effectiveness, and desired outcomes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
•    Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools. PMI Project Management
       Professional (PMP) certification a plus.
•	Experience in vendor management and related skills of budget control, performance analysis, and asset and contract management.
•	Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing including the ability to explain technical concepts in non-­ technical terms.
•	Ability to make complex operating, administrative, and procedural decisions using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches.
•	Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities for projects and staff activities.
•	Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
•	Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse state.
•	In depth and knowledge of all aspects of data processing and management including implementation and administration of Access, MySQL and MS SQL databases and document/file management systems.
•	Ability to analyze, prioritize, and solve identified problems.
•	Ability to identify measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
•	Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
•	Knowledge of and experience in administering heterogeneous computing environments, Microsoft Server 2003/2008, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 6.0 server OS implementations. RHCE or RHCSA and MCSE or MCSM certifications a plus.
•	Experience in all areas of local and wide area network management and administration including knowledge of system and network protocols, system configuration, setup, troubleshooting, planning, designing, implementation, performance tuning, and user support.
•	In depth knowledge of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software such as Microsoft Business Contact Manager or Microsoft Dynamics CRM.
•	Knowledge of and experience programming object oriented development software including C++, Java, Perl, PHP5, Python, Ruby, and Visual Basic.
•	Experience in the configuration and administration of Apache and Apache Tomcat web servers and web development including the use of HTML/HTML5, XML, CSS, PHP, and SQL.
•	Knowledge of and experience in administration of network security, cloud computing/server virtualization security, mobile device security, and security analysis/forensics.
•	Knowledge of COBIT and ITIL a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
•	Strong leadership skills.
•	Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•	Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
•	Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
•	Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•	PeopleSoft, Share a plus

Minimum Education and Experience
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and/or MIS and a minimum of 10 years work experience in an enterprise network/system management functions, including 4 years of experience managing IT staff. A combination of education and experience may be substitute for the requirement, at the discretion of the director.

Licenses/Certifications Required 
N/A

Working Conditions
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Work involves minimal exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Some potential exists for exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Minimal physical activity is required while performing the duties of this job; the employee may sit for extended periods. 

Supplemental Information
Other Requirements: State travel is required occasionally. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license.
Job Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: 85k -88k DOE
Base of Operations: PSFA Albuquerque Field Office, NM

Job Purpose

The PSFA Planning Analyst  assists the Facilities Master Planner and Programs Manager with tasks related to  school planning, applications for funding, and construction projects, including (but not limited to) PSFA master plan...

Job Purpose

The PSFA Planning Analyst  assists the Facilities Master Planner and Programs Manager with tasks related to  school planning, applications for funding, and construction projects, including (but not limited to) PSFA master plan program, school district and school campus planning, demographic/socioeconomic research and analysis, school facility space programming,  and school district funding programs. Work includes conducting research, preparing informational reports for both internal use and external use, developing presentations to varied audiences, and analysis of public school facilities issues and recommendations. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
•	Review and analysis of school district and charter school facility master plans (FMP) recommendations and data to support school planning and construction projects.
•	Assistance with management of the FMP funding program, including coordination with school district personnel, consultants, contracting, and administrative tasks.
•	Conduct demographic/socioeconomic analysis, community planning analysis, and research in support of school planning and construction projects.
•	Prepare staff reports and special planning studies related to school enrollment trends, enrollment projections, school capacity/utilization, space needs, and community development to justify and support school planning and construction projects.
•	Collaborate with PSFA staff to gather information, write reports, provide recommendations, and prepare presentation materials related to school planning, applications, and construction projects.
•	Identify and analyze school programming and space needs.
•	Represent the agency in dealings with customers, consultants, contractors, and other public and/or private agencies and organizations.
•	Prepare information, analysis, and presentation materials for the Public School Capital Outlay Council (PSCOC).
•	Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
•	Knowledge of principles and methods of community/regional/urban/facility planning and/or architecture, construction, and facility management.
•	Basic understanding of school facility sites, building systems, design and maintenance.
•	Experience with data collection utilizing a variety of sources, data analysis, and presentation of findings in oral, written, and graphic reports.
•	Knowledge of demographic/socioeconomic data collection and analysis.
•	Basic knowledge of school building utilization/capacity data.
•	Knowledge of community planning processes such as land use, zoning, comprehensive planning/mapping, and real estate development trends.
•	Ability to read and interpret site and floor plans.
•	Ability to articulate school and community planning issues to a wide variety of audiences.
•	Ability to research, evaluate, analyze, and interpret planning, educational, and public financial data.
•	Ability to express ideas, concepts, data, and information clearly and concisely orally, graphically, and in writing. 
•	Ability to prepare, comprehend and analyze state government documents. 
•	Experience with Microsoft Office products including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•	Experience with Adobe Suite of Products.
•	Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
•	Knowledge of and experience with Graphical Information Systems (ARCGIS).
•	Knowledge of population and school enrollment projections.
* On-the-job learning plays a vital role in achieving success in this position; possessing work experience in every area is not a requirement. 

Minimum Education and Experience
A bachelor's degree in architecture, community/regional/urban planning, political science, public administration or a related field from an accredited college or university and at least three years of experience in a planning-related field. Master’s degree preferred. Experience or education may be substituted for one another at the discretion of the Director.

Pay Range: $72k-$74k

Job Purpose     
Regional Projects Managers are the core of the agency, and are responsible for carrying out the objectives of the agency and the Public School Capital Outlay Council (PSCOC), managing the planning, design, construction, and...

Job Purpose     
Regional Projects Managers are the core of the agency, and are responsible for carrying out the objectives of the agency and the Public School Capital Outlay Council (PSCOC), managing the planning, design, construction, and maintenance management of assigned public school facilities within the State of New Mexico. Incumbents are charged with undertaking a wide-variety of interrelated functions, and must have experience and knowledge in all areas of the process from planning to design to construction of facilities and structures. Know-how and accountability are extensive.

Duties and Responsibilities:
•Development of the district’s initial funding applications along with guidance through the awards process
•Assists district representatives with Requests for Proposals (RFP), procurement of services, and the execution and completion of contracts
•Assists with the development of project agreements, project budgets, and project bid processes, and contractor selections
•Provide analyses and technical assistance to districts with regard to: Assessment to determine renovate or replace; space utilization; phasing, financing and cost benefit analysis
•Represents the PSCOC/PSFA/Co-Owner at project meetings during all phases of planning, design and construction
•Oversees the project design phase: periodic review and validation of scope of work, budget, schedule, value engineering, and plans and specifications; review and approval of design submittal phases: program statement, schematic design, and design development and construction documents
•Provides ongoing indirect oversight throughout the projects: participates in construction meetings, reviews contractor’s request for payment, performs system administration for the projects and project closeouts; coordinates the issuance of purchase orders, change orders, and approves vendor invoices for payment
•Utilizes the Construction Information Management System (CIMS) on each project
•Assists the assessment of the Districts Capital Outlay needs
•Assesses Facility Assessment Database (FAD) validation reports relative to assessment of schools with the greatest need
•Validates program summaries to ensure consistency with Public Schools Facility Authority adequacy standards
•Identifies deficiencies related to school districts facilities, helping identify potential funding sources and services required to remedy those deficiencies and to improve the facilities
•Review and assist Districts with the implementation of their Facility Master Plans (FMP’s)
•Other related duties as assigned.


Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or Related field. Five to seven years of experience in project management, engineering, architecture or planning and design, of which at least three years must have been in project management. 
Licenses/Certifications Preferred:
Construction Specifications Institute (CSI):
•Certified Construction Documents Technologist (CDT)
•Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA)

Working Conditions
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected on occasion. When offsite: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to ascend/descend ladders and stairs, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms to evaluate building conditions. Occasional balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling in a variety of outside and inside areas, often in close quarters, narrow aisles or passageways, crawl spaces, small enclosed rooms, and other areas that may cause claustrophobia. Occasional fieldwork may be necessary that involves minimal exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Some potential exists for exposure to hazards or physical risks, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places.

Physical Effort
The work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. However, position requires moderate physical activity, the employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stand; walk (more than 4 hours a day); and use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. To sit, climb ladders to access roofs or other high areas during field assessments, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Supplemental Information
Other Requirements: Extensive state travel is required. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license.
Job Type: Full Time
Base of Operations: Farmington, NM
Public School Facilities Authority is a state agency that offers excellent benefits, including membership in the Public Employees Retirement Association of NM.
Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,990.