Director, Capital Planning and Development

The Ohio Department of Higher Education is a Cabinet-Level agency for the Governor of the State of Ohio that oversees higher education for the state. The agency's main responsibilities include authorizing and approving new degree programs, managing state-funded financial aid programs, and developing and advocating policies to maximize higher education's contributions to the state and its citizens.

About Capital Planning & Development

Capital Planning & Development assists state-supported institutions of higher education by coordinating releases of state appropriations for facility improvements with the state Controlling Board. Capital Planning also provides the following support:

• Advocates, monitors, and evaluates budget policies and makes assessments of state need regarding higher education capital funding.
• Reviews and assesses funding requests to renovate, construct or acquire new capital facilites and necessary equipment used in the conduct of general education, research, and technological development.
• Communicates capital planning and budget guidelines.
• Administers various budget appropriations.
• Initiates requests to the state Controlling Board on behalf of the Ohio Department of Higher Education.

Director, Capital Planning and Development - Administrative Staff and unclassified pursuant to §124.11 (A) (30) and §3333.03 of the Revised Code. Serves at the pleasure of the Chancellor and in a fiduciary capacity to the Ohio Department of Higher Education. Reports to the Vice Chancellor of Finance.

• Supervises institutional and agency capital efforts including the capital planning team.
• Coordinates the development of the biennial capital budget recommendations for ODHE and public institutions of higher education.
• Leads the process for collecting and reviewing six-year capital plans and other capital planning exercises for ODHE and public institutions of higher education.
• Oversees the review and approval process for capital-related Controlling Board requests on behalf of ODHE.
• Serves as a higher education liaison to OBM, LSC, and the House and Senate Controlling Board members and staff.
• Oversees the review and approval process for Joint Use Agreement (JUA) and Action Fund requests, which includes making improvements to tools that track such requests.
• Provides technical assistance and training to institutions of higher education regarding their Controlling Board, JUA, and Action Fund requests as well as other Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) rules and construction questions (i.e., bidding rules, considerations on which construction process to use, etc.).
• Oversees development and updating of training tools and materials that would be available on ODHE’s website to assist institutions.
• Oversees the Strategic Square Footage Reduction program (i.e., lead on developing rules, establishing criteria, application reviews and awards, etc.).
• Collaborates with higher education financial oversight analyst regarding savings and efficiencies that might be achieved through capital planning and a space analyses of institutions in fiscal distress.
• Provides input and assists with fee pledge requests from institutions.
• Coordinates and assists with policy development for capital planning and construction.
• Reviews and provides feedback on proposed capital legislation that impacts ODHE and public institutions of higher education.
• Reviews and analyze data submitted by higher ed institutions to ensure accuracy and provides input on the development of metrics for a dashboard.
• Leads development of ODHE’s capital strategic plan and keeps it updated, as needed.
• Communicates allowable capital expenditure guidelines and Ohio Revised Code limitations to agency stakeholders.
• Oversees the team’s processes for reviewing vendor information and threshold amounts; monitoring institutions to ensure they have demonstrated evidence of continuous insurance on property; processing of capital requisitions and vouchers authorized for payment; and customer support processes.
• Represents ODHE with OFCC on issues, updating rules, and ensuring compliance with all regulations.
• Develops and manages programs to support implementation of campus energy efficiency projects.
• Represents and presents at meetings with state agencies, colleges and universities, and other stakeholders on matters related to capital planning and construction.
• Assists in completion of surveys related to Ohio’s capital funds.
• Supports and potentially leads the Ohio Higher Education Facility Commission on behalf of ODHE.

Other Duties:

• Acts on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, Finance and Data Management when necessary.
• Represents the agency at external meetings when necessary. 
• Completes performance evaluations, reviews leave requests, and works with Human Resources on sensitive and confidential matters including professional development, training, and discipline of assigned staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, capital planning, construction, or related fields.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of word-processing, database, and spreadsheet software. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in finance, capital planning, construction, or related field.
• Capital planning experience at an institution of higher education.
• Knowledge of the Higher Education Information system or similar state data systems.
• Knowledge and experience in state policy.
• Knowledge of and experience in state government purchasing rules, regulations, and procedures.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.