AIA Helps Spearhead the Search for the Next Architect of the Capitol

{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["b"],["a",["href","https:\/\/www.reffettassociates.com\/"]],["a",["href","https:\/\/content.aia.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2023-05\/AOC_PD.pdf"]],["a",["href","mailto:marshall@reffettassociates.com"]],["u"]],"sections":[[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"\n \n \n \n"],[0,[0],1,"WASHINGTON \u2013\nMay 23, 2023 - "],[0,[],0,"The Architect\nof the Capitol (AOC) search process is now officially underway, and AIA is working\nto support a licensed architect as the next candidate for the AOC position. AIA\nrepresentatives are working closely with key congressional offices and the "],[0,[1],1,"executive\nsearch firm"],[0,[],0," hired by\nCongress to manage the recruitment for this position. AIA is also promoting the\nopportunity to AIA Members to directly express their interest in the position. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"\u0022The\nArchitect of the Capitol serves a crucial role in preserving both the history\nand the functionality of the Capitol complex,\u201d said AIA Executive Vice President and CEO "],[0,[0],1,"Lakisha Ann Woods"],[0,[],0,", CAE. \u0022We are proud to have an active advisory\nrole in the selection of an experienced licensed architect for this critical position.\nOur goal is to help find the best candidate who possesses the skills and\nattributes to successfully execute this prestigious role.\u0022"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The AOC position is responsible for the maintenance,\noperation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol Complex. The\nAOC is appointed to a 10-year term by the President of the United States,\nconfirmed by the United States Senate, and is accountable to the President of\nthe U.S and Congress. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"AIA is proud to help\nspearhead this important initiative. The role of the Architect of the Capitol is\na prestigious and vital position that wields influence over the Capitol campus\noperations and design. The AOC is responsible for leading and managing a vast portfolio,\nwith over 2,000 employees and 18.4 million square feet of facility space, along\nwith 570 acres of grounds and many works of treasured art. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],1,"Visit here"],[0,[],0," to learn more about the ideal candidate qualifications\nfor the Architect of the Capitol position. Qualified AIA members are encouraged\nto review the AOC job description and express their interest in the role by\nsharing their information directly through "],[0,[3],1,"Reffett\n\u0026 Associates"],[0,[],0,". "]]],[1,"h3",[[0,[0,4],2,"About\nAIA:"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Founded in 1857, AIA consistently works to create more\nvaluable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings, neighborhoods, and\ncommunities. Through more than 200 international, state, and local chapters,\nAIA advocates for public policies that promote economic vitality and public\nwellbeing."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"AIA provides members with tools and\nresources to assist them in their careers and business as well as engaging\ncivic and government leaders and the public to find solutions to pressing\nissues facing our communities, institutions, nation, and world. Members adhere\nto a code of ethics and conduct to ensure the highest professional standards."]]]]}