School construction liaison -- Coordination with state board

(1) The state board shall designate a school construction liaison who: (a) serves as the primary contact between the state board and the division on school construction matters; (b) coordinates on educational programming requirements that may affect construction standards; (c) participates in administrative rule development and review processes; (d) provides input on educational facility needs and trends; (e) assists with training programs for LEA officials; and (f) facilitates resolution of construction-related issues affecting educational programs. (2) The school construction liaison shall: (a) be an employee of the state board; (b) have expertise in school construction, educational facilities, or related fields; (c) participate in relevant division meetings and committees; (d) maintain regular communication with division staff; and (e) report to the state board on construction oversight activities and issues. (3) The division and state board shall establish a memorandum of understanding that: (a) defines roles and responsibilities for school construction oversight; (b) establishes communication protocols and meeting schedules; (c) addresses coordination on policy development and implementation; (d) provides for information sharing and joint training activities; and (e) includes dispute resolution procedures.