Dranesville Facilities Planning Advisory Council Vacancy

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 05/14/2021 04:14 PM EDT

Dranesville Member Vacancy on the Facilities Planning Advisory Council (FPAC)

Please apply for the Dranesville District seat on the Facilities Planning Advisory Council (FPAC). This appointment is for 2 years to end June 30, 2023, with the opportunity to be re-appointed for a full three-year term. See below for details around FPAC's work, member responsibilities, ideal experience, and the application process. For more information about the Facilities Planning Advisory Council, click here for their website.

The deadline to apply is Sunday, May 23rd, 11:59 pm.

Elaine

RESPONSIBILITIES

FPAC advises and informs FCPS staff and the School Board in the development of strategic, comprehensive, and long-term plans for FCPS facilities.

Issues and matters of consideration by FPAC will include the following:

  • school enrollment and projections
  • transportation and operating efficiencies
  • school program capacity and support
  • setting priorities for the Capital Improvement Program
  • creative financing and construction strategies
  • scope of renovations
  • school closures and new schools
  • student accommodation planning (building additions/modular relocations/ review of school boundaries)

DETAILS RELATED TO FPAC

  • 13 members, one from each Fairfax County magisterial district, three at-large representatives, and one representative from the City of Fairfax

  • Three-year, staggered appointments

  • Twice monthly evening meetings during the school year
    • The time commitment is up to 2, 2-hour meetings per month
    • Minimum of 2-3 additional hours of research, writing, and possible site visits per month.
  • Non-FCPS employees may apply

The appointment to the upcoming vacancy for the Dranesville District representative will end June 30, 2023, with the opportunity to be re-appointed for a full three-year term.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Interested candidates should have experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • construction
  • engineering
  • architecture
  • land use planning and development
  • demographics
  • government operations
  • financing

APPLICATION

  • Submit a Facilities Planning Advisory Council Application.
  • Written responses are required for the 5 questions listed below:
  1. Have you ever been appointed to a Fairfax County/City School Board/FCPS Committee or Council before? If so, please explain your previous committee/council work.
  2. Please indicate why you are interested in FPAC and the appointment.
  3. Below, please indicate where appropriate, certain areas of your experience and knowledge.
  4. Please further explain your experience(s), including any leadership skills, education, and experiences.
  5. How did you hear about the Facilities Planning Advisory Council and the opportunity to apply for appointment?

You may also submit a resume or any other pertinent information appropriate to apply for this appointment.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Applications will be accepted until Sunday, May 23, 11:59 pm.

  • To get more information and to submit an application, click here.

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