Job Description

About Us

The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 25 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville. The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.

Location

Trinity-Washington Building - 270 Washington Street, SW, Atlanta, GA 30334

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Vice Chancellor for Real Estate and Facilities, serves as the specialist to ensure Board of Regents goals and objectives are met on all alternatively financed capital projects (referred to as "real estate ventures") Serves as the principal liaison on real estate ventures design, construction, operations, and maintenance issues among the 25 USG institutions, affiliated foundations, and the various divisions of the University System Office. Provides a critical communication link between the Real Estate and Facilities function and the Finance team within Fiscal Affairs.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the optimal management of all real estate ventures for the University System based on a system-wide perspective and driven by strategic planning, academic planning and facilities master planning. Responsibility for providing broad-based technical and analytical assessment for planning, evaluating, implementation and expediting real estate ventures of the University System in compliance with applicable state law. Serves as the principal liaison on real estate venture facility issues among the USG Institutions.

Provides guidance and assistance regarding new construction and renovation projects including:

• general and specific questions regarding facilities development, including design, construction, and management;

• project tracking and reporting and prioritization recommendations;

• professional consultant selections and contract negotiations;

• development of project budgets and schedules;

• review of design and construction documents;

• 
  resolution of design and construction issues (including value engineering and buildability)

• establishment of design criteria and standards for venture development; and

• preparation of Board agenda items.

Provides guidance and assistance regarding capital repairs and operations & maintenance regarding existing privatized facilities, including:

• general and specific questions regarding activities and programs required to improve or maintain the condition of the physical asset

• confirm the adequacy of O&M and preventative maintenance programs

• ensure that sufficient funds are available and properly applied to the upkeep of the facilities

• inspection of facilities to ensure that they are safe, clean, and well-maintained

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree or better in a relevant field such as real estate, finance or law; extensive commercial real estate transactional experience for a large public university, related foundation or real estate development firm; and excellent leadership skills.

• Knowledge and experience with facility condition assessments and APPA reports.

• Knowledge of tax-exempt revenue bond financing, major facility design and associated legal contracts.

• Thorough knowledge of computer applications including databases and spreadsheets is also required. Appropriate registrations, licenses and memberships are preferred.

• Ability to travel, as required, within the State of Georgia

• Or an equivalent combination of required qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or professional degree preferred.

• Professional registrations and certifications, as applicable to background architecture, engineering, construction, program management, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work independently, self-starter, excellent people skills

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, and circumference.

• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and apply Georgia Code, Board Policy, regulatory agency directives, governmental regulations, industry standards, general business periodicals, professional journals and technical procedures.

• Ability to effectively write reports, correspondence and speeches using original or innovative techniques or style.

• Ability to speak effectively.

• Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics before the Board of Regents, elected officials, other State agencies, University System institutions, groups of employees, top management, clients, customers and the general public.

• Knowledge of Board of Regents organization, policies and procedures

• Knowledge of and familiarity with student life issues

• Knowledge of student housing operations, management, and budgets

• Knowledge of real estate operations and budgets

• Skill in collaborating with multiple constituents

• Skill to lead and work with teams, problem solve, consensus-building techniques

• Skill in portfolio and project management execution

• Skill in reading, analyzing and interpreting financial reports and procedures manuals.

• Skill in managing legal documents including contracts and concessionaire agreements

• Skill in decision-making and problem solving.

• Skill in oral, written communication and presentations

• Skill with Microsoft Office: Excel/PowerPoint/Word, graphics software, project

• Skill in learning new software applications

• Skill with PeopleSoft and Banner

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). These Bylaws and Policies are available for inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the University System Office Human Resources at 404.962.3242. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

• Ability to travel, as required, within the State of Georgia.

Background Check

Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification.

Based on the duties and responsibilities associated with this position, a motor vehicle report (MVR) review is required.
The University System Office holds the sole discretion in assessing eligibility for employment.

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