ARCHITECT II8254B1 Pay Grade: 28 31 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is professional architectural work encompassing the design, review and/or modification of large, complex and/or specialized buildings and facilities and the construction systems of large projects and may have final sign-off authority. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - Level D: "Under general direction…" Employees at this level are usually in charge of a large and important organizational unit. They plan and carry out assignments with little supervision. They report regularly to a superior, usually by means of occasional conferences, to discuss work progress or new problems which require advice from above. This designation will pertain to classes with a high order of independence. Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable… Duties which require a high degree of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and weighed before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require planning, developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large groups of people fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL D: Work is of a diversified nature that usually involves multiple unrelated steps. Analytical thought is necessary for dealing with complex data and situations. Work often involves a variety of unrelated processes and may require planning or carrying out a sequence of actions or both. Several alternatives usually exist at this level for approaching problems or situations. Workers at this level exercise a considerable amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by occasional review and by reporting to or consultation with supervisors or superiors. When guidelines exist at this level, they are usually broadly defined or technical requiring careful analysis and interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL D: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are significant as the work may be rarely if ever reviewed, making errors difficult to detect. Errors may cause major program failure or a high degree of confusion. Injuries to others due to errors are serious or incapacitating or both and costs due to errors are substantial. Contacts - LEVEL D: The purpose of the contact is to justify, defend, negotiate, persuade or interrogate to settle matters, maintain good will, gain cooperation or reach compromises when the information is controversial or the individuals or groups have strong differences of opinions or diverse viewpoints. Extensive use of communication techniques and well developed communication skills are required for dealing with others. Physical Demands - LEVEL C: The work requires moderate physical exertion. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL C: Typically involves limited supervisory responsibility which entails performing as a "first line supervisor" for a small number of employees. Supervision is not the primary responsibility of the job. Responsibility includes training, instructing, scheduling, and reviewing work and recommending hiring and disciplinary actions to a higher level of authority. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Architect I class which is non-supervisory and the beginning level of architectural work as a licensed professional architect. Differs from the Architect III class which is responsible for a major program. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Consults with state agencies and assists with needs assessment and the preparation of building space programs including accurate budget estimates used as a basis for appropriating funds. Prepares and directs the preparation of final drawings, specifications, estimates and other construction documents which provide the information used in obtaining bids and directing the building construction process. Conducts on-site studies and measurements of existing conditions in and around state institutions and buildings for proposed repairs, replacements, or new installations of a complex nature and serves as consultant on such projects in order to obtain the desired result for the institution and within the scope of sound professional practice. Provides professional advice and direction to state agencies and personnel in the construction and maintenance of a wide variety of building systems and equipment. Reviews preliminary and final plans and specifications for complex building projects in order to determine compliance with professional practices and established standards, codes, and regulations and makes recommendations as to acceptance or revision. Supervises professional subordinates engaged in the review of preliminary plans submitted by project architects and engineers in order to ensure correctness and conformity with contract requirements or designing portions of major projects. Reviews pay voucher submittals, writes change orders, maintains project correspondence files, checks shop drawings, accomplishes necessary field inspections and resolves field problems. Participates and assists in the training of unlicensed staff in the required processes in becoming licensed architects. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS Knowledge *Knowledge of the principles and practices of building design and construction. Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision. Abilities *Ability to develop construction drawings, specifications and cost estimates for relatively simple buildings and modifications. *Ability to coordinate work of professional staff. *Ability to conduct field studies and surveys, take measurements and gather data required for drafting plans and specifications. *Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and contractors. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Professional architecture license recognized by the Kansas Board of Technical Professions and three years of experience as a licensed architect. NC: 06/93 |