Director of Facilities

Confidential Client seeks a dynamic, vibrant leader who can manage, motivate and ensure continued sophistication within the Facilities Department as the Director of Facilities. The Director provides strategic and operational leadership of all activities in building operations and maintenance, to provide clean, safe, efficient, environmentally healthy, and structurally sound facilities that offer students and staff the best possible atmosphere for meaningful instruction and learning.

The search is being conducted due to the continuous advancement of the institution and the desire to ensure the physical environment continues to reflect the school’s mission and vision and keep pace with the changing needs and expectations of the educational community. The ideal candidate for this role will become fully immersed in the community and the school’s mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• With a strong focus on customer service and commitment to quality, provides leadership in facilities management for school-wide operations and ensures that all school facilities and grounds are well-maintained and support the educational commitment of the school.
• Leads and manages all facilities staff, as well as externally contracted vendors. Coordinates the selection, training, development, performance evaluation, and discipline of staff within the department.
• Engages with administration in all aspects of facilities maintenance and operations.
• Develop strategic plans for building operations and building engineering standards.
• Liaise with Executive Director to oversee all facilities department budgets to ensure effective allocation and use of funds.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers.
• Maintain effective relationships with local building departments, community contacts, vendors, and other outside agencies interfacing with the school. Ensure compliance with New York City health and safety regulations and assist with clearing existing violations.
• Establishes work rules, policies, and processes and leverages technology to ensure maximum productivity and efficient delivery of services.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Oversee the work order system and workflow of the department.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Follow and maintain sanitation and safety protocols in accordance with CDC and DSNY guidelines.
• Ensure that all school departmental standards are met and that the Facilities Team is advancing the school’s mission.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• A strong leadership profile: articulate, diplomatic, excellent communications and interpersonal skills, commitment to interdisciplinary and collaborate teamwork.
• Strong client service orientation and an understanding of both the service and stewardship missions of a facilities organization.
• Knowledge of maintenance planning and schedules.
• Experience and knowledge of implementing environmentally sustainable solutions.
• Knowledge of mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of local laws, codes and reporting requirements including building safety regulations and protocols.
• Strong financial acumen, budgeting and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in office software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Google Suite – docs, sheets, google drive.
• Sound judgement and the ability to think quickly during emergencies.