Architect (8:00am-4:30pm)

Job Description

Title Code:

Architect

JOB SUMMARY
Provides architectural services for Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) in-house projects by coordinating with the Department of Instruction and AACPS Business Divisions to establish design criteria in accordance with the approved Educational Specifications and design standards.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Emergencies
  
• Evenings/Nights
  
• Outside of normal business hours
  
• Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration for in-house design projects.
  
• Manages consultant architects and engineers on larger remodeling/renovation projects, working with the Departments of Instruction, Maintenance, Operations, and Purchasing to schedule, design and procure these projects.
  
• In coordination with Department of Instruction and AACPS business divisions, develops and maintains standard Educational Specifications. Evaluates Capital construction projects for adherence to same.
  
• Develops and maintains architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical standards to promote uniform system design in coordination with other Facilities groups. Evaluates Capital construction projects for adherence to these standards.
  
• Evaluates new products and equipment for new schools or renovation projects.
  
• Participates in project life cycle, value engineering, and constructability reviews for projects.
  
• Communicates with other districts and outside agencies to keep current on code changes and trends in the school design and construction industry.
  
• Based on assignment, coordinates with schools and offices to ensure facilities meet Maryland Accessibility Code and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) standards. Develops solutions to provide appropriate access for disabled students and staff.
  
• Based on assignment, works with AACPS Capital construction office to specify furnishings for capital construction projects. Develops and maintains furniture standards.
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

• Four (4) years progressively responsible architectural experience, preferably in school design required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Ability to review and produce construction plans and specifications.
  
• Ability to appraise the quality and rate of construction progress on projects.
  
• Understanding of agreements, conditions of the contract, Division 01, and their relationships to specifications.
  
• Understanding of how to research and source products with demonstrated advanced skills in specification and product standard development.
  
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and planning skills.
  
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of Building, Fire, and Accessibility codes governing the construction of buildings/schools.
  
• Proficiency in AutoCAD application; REVIT and Archibus proficiency desirable.
  
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for Architect License. If issued by another state; must obtain within 1 year, a Maryland Architect License issued by Maryland Board of Architects preferred.
  
• Hold or be eligible for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design - Accredited Professional (LEED-AP) Certification issued by US Green Building Council preferred; or
  
• Hold or be eligible for Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification issued by Project Management Institute (PMI) preferred; or
  
• Hold or be eligible for Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) Certification issued by Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) preferred; or
  
• Hold or be eligible for Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) Certification issued by Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) preferred.
  
• Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
  
• Proof of a good driving record required.
  
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
  
• Board Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
• Driving: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

• None:

Travel Requirements

• 10% day travel within the county

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:
6/26/2024

Established Date:
2/1/2000

Title Code:
E41646

Title:
ARCHITECT

Alternate Title:
Architect

Reports to Generic:
;Manager

Reports to Specific:
MANAGER: ARCHITECT

ORGANIZATION

Division:
Operations

Business Unit:
Facilities

Department:
Planning, Design & Construction

Negotiated Agreement:
N/A

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:
V

Days Worked:
260

FLSA Exemption Status:
Exempt

Grade:
PG07

Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 5 - Professional Staff)

Essential Job:

Months Worked:
12

Hours Worked:
8

Job Family:
Architecture and Engineering

Sub-Function:
Engineering

VR# 26140

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Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) provides a challenging and rewarding educational experience for every child. We offer a comprehensive system-wide multicultural curriculum from kindergarten through 12th grade. At every level, the focus is on success for every student. Quality instruction, combined with teacher commitment, provides excellence in our instructional programs. Explore career opportunities with a progressive school system dedicated to providing the very best services to our students, our educators, and our community.

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