Specialist, Facility Evaluation and Systems Improvement

Specialist, Facility Evaluation and Systems Improvement District of Columbia Public Schools•3.5 Washington, DC Job Details $87,024•$98,195 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description Office:

Office of Operations Date Posted:

6/13/2026

Salary Range:

1-5 / $87,024•$98,195

NTE Date:

N/A Position Overview The Office of Operations (OoO) is comprised of the Strategic School Operations, Food and Nutrition Services, School Security, and Facilities Planning and Design divisions. OoO is responsible for guiding the operations and functions for all 117 schools within the District. Our mission is to ensure DCPS Stakeholders•principals, teachers, students, and central services teams•have the operational systems, facilities, and support to be excellent.

Divisions/Teams:

The Operations Strategy team manages major initiatives across all OoO teams and oversees the DCPS Operations Center, the central operations hub which receives, triages, dispatches, monitors, and analyzes both emergency and non-emergency issues related to all operations functions across all 117 DCPS Schools, central services office, warehouse, satellite sites, and related properties. The Operations Strategy team directly supports the Chief Operating Officer to ensure all schools and DCPS divisions are supported and to operationalize OoO's mission and vision. The team manages office-wide initiatives including budget oversight, procurement support, fleet management, and strategic planning. The Facilities division is comprised of two main teams: Modernizations and Small Capital Projects. The Manager supports the overall Facilities Planning and Design approach for both teams. Modernizations (formerly called FPD) team is one of two teams within the Facilities Planning and Design Division under the Office of Operations. Together, we oversee all modernization, addition and expansion projects, plan for and identify project needs for the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and collaborate with schools, contractors, and DGS to ensure DCPS facilities are safe, functional, and ready for learning. Small Capital Projects (SCP) team is one of two teams within the Facilities Division under the Office of Operations. Together, we oversee all small capital projects, plan for and identify project needs for the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and collaborate with schools, contractors, and DGS to ensure DCPS facilities are safe, functional, and ready for learning. The School Security division provides direct, day-to-day school safety and security related support to all DCPS schools. This division is comprised of the Contract Security and Training, DCPS Special Police, and Physical Security teams. The mission of the School Security division is to ensure the safety and security of all DCPS students, staff, buildings, public spaces, and property. A safe school promotes a healthy learning environment•where teachers can teach, Principals can lead, and students can learn and enjoy a rich academic experience. The Strategic School Operations (SSO) division provides direct, day-to-day support to all DCPS schools, students, and staff. The Division consists of the following areas of focus: day-to-day support from SSO specialists, School Strategy and Logistics program, Intra/Interagency Affairs, Emergency Preparedness and Guidance, and Warehouse logistics. The mission of the SSO division is to provide excellent customer service and operational support to school. The division has a 1:1 ratio of School Operations Specialists to each school cluster. SSO is prepared to support and liaise on behalf of schools to ensure they are equipped with and connected to appropriate operational resources. The Warehouse and Logistics team within the Strategic School Operations division provides direct operational support to all DCPS schools. The Warehouse consists of the following areas of focus: emergency supplies and equipment, textbook replacements and closed school records, mail distribution, special event support, shipping and receiving, DCPS fleet management and copier management, emergency school moves and surplus office and student furniture. The mission of the Warehouse and Logistics department is to provide DC Public Schools with the logistical support necessary to achieve its academic mission. The Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) division is recognized for its healthy and innovative school food. The Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) division is recognized for its healthy and innovative school food. The scope of the DCPS FNS' operations extends beyond school meals to include nutrition-related activities such as school gardens and farm-to-school as well as environmental sustainability and stewardship initiatives for cafeteria operations. FNS is made up of three smaller teams: Finance, Strategy and Data, Nutrition, Compliance & Partnerships, and Food Service Operations. The mission of the

DCPS FNS

is: All DC Public Schools students are engaged and have access to wholesome and delicious meals that promote long-term wellness, preparation for learning, and satisfaction with their school. The Facilities division is comprised of two main teams: Modernizations and Small Capital Projects. The Manager supports the overall Facilities Planning and Design approach for both teams. Modernizations (formerly called FPD) team is one of two teams within the Facilities Planning and Design Division under the Office of Operations. Together, we oversee all modernization, addition and expansion projects, plan for and identify project needs for the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and collaborate with schools, contractors, and DGS to ensure DCPS facilities are safe, functional, and ready for learning. Small Capital Projects (SCP) team is one of two teams within the Facilities Division under the Office of Operations. Together, we oversee all small capital projects, plan for and identify project needs for the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and collaborate with schools, contractors, and DGS to ensure DCPS facilities are safe, functional, and ready for learning. The Specialist, Facility Evaluation and Systems Improvement is responsible for the development and implementation of systems and processes to improve the work flow and communication for all teams within the Facilities division to ensure school leaders are supported. To support the $300-400M annual Capital construction program, the Specialist, Facility Evaluation and Systems Improvement will lead the pre•and post-occupancy reviews for our modernization program to evaluate the impact of the modernization program, evaluate how the facility and systems are being used, and utilize the data to help inform modernization designs and processes. The Specialist, Facility Evaluation and Systems Improvement will support the Deputy Chief to track, manage, and ensure decisions are made in a timely manner for the Capital construction program. The Specialist, Facility Evaluation and Systems Improvement will report to the Deputy Chief, Facilities Planning and Design. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned. Supports the Deputy Chief to track, manage, and ensure decisions are made in a timely manner for the Capital construction program. Leads the budget oversight and implementation for the Facilities Planning and Design division. Leads the post occupancy evaluation work to assess impact of facility modernizations on school communities and applies this data to articulate the benefits of DCPS' Capital investments. Develops and implements a system to collect data on how principals, teachers, and students are using modernized facilities and apply this information to develop best practices and inform cost-effective decision-making. Develops methods and processes for collaboration with DCPS Central Office departments impacted by the modernization program. Develops scopes of work and partners with design firms to conduct post-occupancy evaluation research to inform Capital construction projects. Supports school leaders throughout the modernization process by developing guidance and reference materials; and completes post-modernization evaluations with school leaders who have gone through a modernization to develop and refine best practices for school engagement and support. Develop and implements systems and processes. Communicates across the division to ensure all levels of the division know of internal priorities and strategies and can connect the Strategic Plan to individual work streams. Defines performance measures for internal communications and priorities and translates these measures into individual work goals and deliverables. Qualifications Bachelor's degree and three to five years of related work experience. Master's degree preferred. Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus. Experience with local government projects preferred. Experience with Capital construction projects preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a variety of audiences. DCPS Values

STUDENTS FIRST

: We recognize students as whole children and put their needs first in everything we do.

COURAGE :

We have the audacity to learn from our successes and failures, to try new things, and to lead the nation as a proof point of PK-12 success.

EQUITY :

We work proactively to eliminate opportunity gaps by interrupting institutional bias and investing in effective strategies to ensure every student succeeds.

EXCELLENCE

: We work with integrity and hold ourselves accountable for exemplary outcomes, service, and interactions.

TEAMWORK

: We recognize that our greatest asset is our collective vision and ability to work collaboratively and authentically.

JOY :

We enjoy our collective work and will enthusiastically celebrate our success and each other. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodation and/or application assistance is available upon request at all stages of the application and employment process. To request accommodation, please contact .