Facilities Management Director

Facilities Management Director

The Town of Mansfield, Connecticut, and the Mansfield Public Schools are seeking an experienced leader to serve as their next Facilities Management Director. The ideal candidate will have extensive professional experience in the areas of capital budgeting, capital project administration, and leadership of staff. Additionally, candidates must be adept at establishing collaborative working relationships with Town and School Departments, staff members, and partner agencies. The selected applicant will be capable of creating a vision for the Facilities Management Department and skilled at communicating and implementing it effectively.

The Facilities Management Director is responsible for establishing a vision and planning Departmental activities; coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Department; budgeting and grant administration; capital project planning and administration; developing, implementing, and evaluating departmental services and programs; and developing and administering departmental policies and procedures. The Director is also responsible for coaching, supervising, and evaluating departmental personnel in accordance with collective bargaining provisions and other applicable HR policies.

The Facilities Management Director reports directly to the Chief of Shared Services and Administration, who oversees Human Resources, Shared Finance, Information Technology, and Facilities Management. In this important leadership position, the Facilities Management Director works closely with, and receives regular direction from, the Town Manager and Superintendent of Mansfield Public Schools. The Facilities Management Director works directly with the Superintendent and the Mansfield Public Schools Director of Human Resources and Talent Management on Facilities' personnel matters.

A member of the Town's senior management team, the Facilities Management Director actively collaborates with colleagues spanning numerous functional areas, including: general government, education, public safety, public works, parks and recreation, library services, social services, finance, human resources, and information technology.

The Facilities Management Department is part of a shared services model, providing shared custodial and maintenance services to the Town of Mansfield, Mansfield Board of Education, Eastern Highlands Health District (main office), Downtown Partnership, and Mansfield Discovery Depot (a non-profit daycare). The Department provides capital projects management for Town and School buildings and facilities related infrastructure.

Mansfield, with a population of approximately 26,000, is located in beautiful northeastern Connecticut. Home to the University of Connecticut and located less than an hour from Hartford and Providence, Mansfield offers a unique blend of urban (Downtown Storrs), suburban, and rural living in a vibrant university setting. Mansfield has a variety of cultural and educational offerings, numerous food and entertainment venues, as well as an abundance of natural resources ideal for activities such as hiking, cycling, and kayaking. Mansfield operates under a Council-Manager form of government, with the Town Manager serving as the Chief Executive Officer responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Town.

This is a full-time position scheduled at 40 hours per week. This is an exempt position eligible to earn compensatory time for hours worked in excess of 40 per week. The selected candidate will normally work five consecutive days, Mondays-Fridays. This position will occasionally perform evening, weekend, and holiday work to meet operational needs of the Department, Town, and Mansfield Public Schools. The primary office for this position is located at the Audrey Beck Municipal Building, 4 South Eagleville Road, Mansfield.

Compensation: The salary range is $107,991 - $151,108/yr. The hiring rate of pay will depend upon the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. The Town of Mansfield provides an extremely competitive benefits package.

Training and Experience: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in construction management, architecture/design, engineering, public administration or a related field. Candidates should also have at least five years of progressively responsible experience in the management of a facilities department/agency/organization, including at least two years of supervisory and managerial experience. A Master's degree in a related field, or other pertinent graduate level education may serve as a substitute for some of the required professional experience. Experience in a municipal or school setting is highly desired. Consideration may be given to equivalent experience and training. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license.

The position is open until filled. Candidates may apply at: The preferred candidate will be subject to a comprehensive background and motor vehicle check and pre-employment medical exam. The Town of Mansfield is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider with a deep commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and welcoming in its workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Town when necessary.