Director of Facilities

Job Description

Job Description

Scheck Hillel Community School, a large Orthodox Jewish community school located in sunny North Miami Beach, Florida is currently accepting resumes for an experienced full time Director of Facilities.
Scheck Hillel is a nationally recognized college preparatory and Jewish community school located in North Miami Beach, Florida. Our well-rounded, rigorous, dual curriculum program serves over 1,300 students in PKT through 12th grade. As a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, we attract and retain a diverse faculty who demonstrate professional excellence with an unwavering commitment to delivering an education of unsurpassed quality, As a community school, we understand that our school isn't just about education, it's about the whole child. 

Position Overview  
The Director of facilities is to oversee all aspects of facility management, maintenance, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing standard operating procedures (SOPs) while leading the facilities team to ensure a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for our students and staff.

Key Responsibilities  

• Oversee the planning and implementation of all facility-related projects, including renovations, expansions, and improvements to optimize the learning environment.
• Collaborate with school leadership to assess facility needs and align them with academic and operational priorities, ensuring the infrastructure supports instructional programs.
• Owns the execution and development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to facilities management, ensuring all processes align with the school's objectives and goals.
• Supervises the Maintenance Manager to ensure effective operations and high-quality performance in facility maintenance tasks.
• Creates and develops comprehensive preventative maintenance (PM) schedules to enhance the longevity and efficiency of school facilities.
• Develops and implements service level agreements (SLAs) to set clear expectations for maintenance and facility services.
• Creates, develops, and manages professional development (PD) programs for the Maintenance Lead Manager and team to enhance skills and performance.
• Coverage planning, shift scheduling, on-call rotation
• Ensures all deficiencies in facilities are properly logged and ticketed for timely resolution.
• Maintains accurate PM records and compliance documentation to ensure adherence to safety regulations and standards.
• Conducts weekly walkthroughs with the Maintenance Manager and monthly walkthroughs with the COO to assess facility conditions and address any concerns.
• Utilizes data surrounding tickets and work orders to develop strategic plans for the facility team that increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage vendor relationships, including invoices, payments, and contract negotiations for facilities-related services and supplies.
• Owns life-safety compliance program, inspections, corrective actions, and maintains readiness for audits/inspections
• Develops and manages facilities budget, forecasts spend, leads bid processes, and drives cost-saving initiatives.
• Oversee facility/maintenance projects from start to finish and assigns duties as needed 
• Own the work-order/CMMS program, including intake/triage, prioritization, closeout standards, backlog management, and KPI reporting.
• Other duties may be assigned by supervisor or designee.

Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience in facilities management with a minimum of 10 years in relevant roles, including supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance and facilities management practices, with the ability to create and implement relevant policies and procedures.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make strategic decisions based on findings.
• Google Workspace / Excel proficiency
• Ability to build dashboards/trackers
• Strong Proficiency with CMMS/work order systems
• Experience leading facilities operations in a multi-building or campus environment (K–12 or similar highly regulated setting preferred).
• Demonstrated budget ownership (OPEX/CAPEX), vendor contracting, and project management experience.

Working Conditions

• This position may require periodic evening or weekend work to address urgent facilities issues.
• Prolonged walking in the heat or rain.
• Ability to climb buildings via ladders/stairs, access rooftops/mechanical spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs 

We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive salary, benefits, professional development, opportunity for growth and more. For further consideration, email resumes or visit our website at for more information about Scheck Hillel. Scheck Hillel is an equal opportunity employer.

 

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