ASSISTANT FACILITIES MANAGER

Assistant Facilities Manager Requisition ID 00139141 Organization Forest Preserve District of Cook County Work Locations 2199 S. 1st Avenue Job Posting Posted: Jun 22, 2026, 3:34:53 PM | Closing: Jul 13, 2026, 4:59:00 AM Salary: $89,099 / Annually Job Summary Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Assistant Facilities Manager assists in recommending annual and long‑range planning for maintenance operations, safety, and the overall quality of Forest Preserves of Cook County (FPCC) facilities. This position assists with overseeing the day‑to‑day operations and staff assigned to the Facilities division, helping to plan, direct, supervise, and evaluate the work and effectiveness of facilities maintenance operations. Typical Duties Assist with providing direct and indirect supervision over employees. Assist in managing, supervising, and expediting the progress of skilled union trades personnel engaged in installation, maintenance, and repair of facilities throughout the FPCC. Encourage and motivate employees supervised to perform at a consistently high level. Monitors staff to ensure work log records are maintained manually and within the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Receive reports from field personnel regarding breakdown, failure, or damage of facilities and assist in determining urgency and type of repair needed. Meet and confer with District personnel, outside contractors, vendors, and various State and local agency representatives on department related matters. Assist with staffing recommendations including hiring, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions. Help ensure the maintenance, safety, and overall quality of FPCC facilities. Assist in delegating work orders for HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Painting, Heavy Equipment and work with vendors on fuel orders and fueling locations and fire protection systems throughout the District. Assist with managing service contracts and vendors to ensure facility management needs are met. Respond to facility and equipment alarms and system failures when necessary, regardless of time of day, day of the week, or inclement weather conditions. Assist with supervising construction and rehabilitation of buildings, structures, equipment, and landscapes. Help manage inventory of equipment required for facility maintenance. Assist with reviewing documents and work orders to determine the most feasible repair or replacement options. Support oversight of fuel storage and dispensing systems and related software programs. Support compliance with green energy and environmental initiatives. Assist with waste, pest control, and pollution abatement programs. Support special emphasis programs such as the Green Initiative Program, Recycling Program, and Hazardous Waste Materials Program. Assist with recommending disposal of equipment through trade in or salvage. Confere with utility companies regarding energy conservation measures when required. Assist with coordinating Environmental Conservation, Safety, and Sign Programs. Help prepare budget estimates and scheduling standards for maintenance and repair work. Assist with preparing Requests for Quotations (RFQ), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and Requests for Information (RFI). Assist with preparing status reports of progress and targeted goals. Participate in preventative maintenance planning and compliance monitoring. Review work progress to evaluate timeliness, cost effectiveness, and quality. Assist with estimating materials needed for repairs and facility rehabilitation. Support contract execution including budget monitoring and work schedule tracking. Work with managers and contractors to ensure responsible implementation of work orders. Minimum Qualifications Must possess a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Facilities Management, Facilities Engineering, Business Management, Property Management or a substantially similar area AND at least 3 years of full‑time work experience in general maintenance and repair such as carpentry, electrical, masonry, painting and plumbing work OR a high school diploma or GED AND at least 5 years of full‑time work experience in general maintenance and repair such as carpentry, electrical, masonry, painting and plumbing work. Must possess at least 3 years of full‑time work experience in a supervisory capacity. Must possess a valid Driver’s License. Preferred Qualifications Possession of at least 1 season of work experience with the FPCC; OR at least 1 season of work experience as a Conservation Corps Crew member; OR at least 1 season of work experience on property of FPCC with partners such as the Chicago Zoological Society, Chicago Botanic Garden, Greencorps Chicago; OR at least 1 season of work experience with other partners such as Friends of the Forest Preserves or the Student Conservation Association. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Operational knowledge of heavy equipment e.g., backhoes, wheel loaders, forklifts, excavators, etc. Experience interacting with contractors and labor unions. Detailed knowledge of repair, maintenance, operational practices, and regulations related to FPCC facilities. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Facilities Management systems, as well as other reporting and analytics tools. Up-to-date knowledge of environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations. Ability to assist directing a full range of maintenance operations on a variety of equipment and vehicles. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings. Ability to assist with the prioritization, assignment, supervision, and evaluation of the work assigned to personnel to achieve goals and objectives. Knowledge of disciplinary policies and procedures and the ability to assist with enforce when necessary. Ability to maintain a high level of efficiency and morale while supervising and cooperating with employees. Skill in communicating effectively and tactfully with others both verbally and in writing. Ability to explain services and operations or provide general directions and information to callers and visitors. Ability to respond effectively during emergency situations. The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work. Benefits Package Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Basic Term Life Insurance Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) General District Employment Requirements Proof of education, certifications and licenses will be required. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Forest Preserve District of Cook County is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. We value our employees and the different talents, expertise, and viewpoints that each brings to the table. We believe a robust exchange of ideas results in better decision‑making and we commit to providing a constructive, safe, and positive work atmosphere that promotes mutual respect and empowers individuals to thrive in their jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr