Advises School District Superintendents on all facility matters. Coordinates and administers state facilities planning activities related to new school construction, renovation of existing schools, relocating classrooms and other support activities and administers the various programs of state financial participation in support of local academic facilities. Responsible for ensuring the district’s facility plan is fully developed and updated on a regular and timely basis. Evaluates architectural plans to ensure they meet state standards for school facilities. Manages the state facility project programs for Arkansas school districts. Prepares recommendations to the Arkansas Commission on Academic Facilities. Prepares and reports to combined Arkansas Legislators on facility matters. Assists school districts in master planning and operations regarding facilities and transportation. Responds to disaster situations/duty when needed. Oversees contract management, bid development, evaluation processes, and purchasing functions. Provides effective planning of facility construction and maintenance services to minimize disruption to educational programs. Oversees the management of bus transportation services including safety guidelines, bus specifications, bus inspections, and driver training. Serves as state point of coordination to coordinate district’s response to emergencies and issue emergency declarations. Makes recommendations to superintendents on school closures and facilities operational measures. Performs other duties as assigned.