STATEHOUSE NEWS
Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board Hires Deputy Director to Oversee Capitol Square Buildings and Grounds
January 17, 2012
James Shea has joined the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) senior staff as the Deputy Director, Buildings and Grounds. Shea comes to CSRAB with a strong background in the facilities and construction industry. Mr. Shea most recently served as the Director of Construction Management for Huntington National Bank. While at Huntington, Shea was responsible for the management of the facilities department and the management of 650 properties throughout Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana and West Virginia.
Prior to his work with Huntington National Bank, James Shea served as senior director for facilities planning for the Mount Carmel Health System.
Shea fills the Deputy Director vacancy left by Dave Wycuff, who is retiring on February 29 after serving the state of Ohio for 30 years. As Deputy Director for Buildings and Grounds, Shea will provide leadership and management to the facilities operation of the Capitol Square complex.
Shea is a resident of Grove City.
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