Facilities Manager

The role of a facilities manager is to provide planning, direction, management oversight and evaluation of facility maintenance programs and operations as well as employees for a region (multiple zones) assigned to the Facilities Management Department Operations and Maintenance Division. Plans, coordinates, directs, and monitors the implementation of all property and equipment preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance, repairs, and operations, including staff management, for critical commercial building infrastructure (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil, life safety, conveying, building envelope, locksmith, building finishes, and small projects) across a large and complex portfolio of various building types (low, mid, and high rise) and building and structure uses (public safety, courts, detention, health and human services, labs, data centers, warehouses, office, training, etc.) in compliance with all department and county requirements and policies as well as local, state and national codes and regulations. Coordinates and partners with other internal and external agencies such as the Police Department, Fire and Rescue Department, Sheriff Department, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Neighborhood and Community Services, Libraries, Department of Vehicle Services, Office for Environment and Energy Conservation, Department of Emergency Management and Security, Equity Office, etc., and performs related work as required. Performs various tasks to ensure the agency’s productivity and efficiency, including implementing operational strategies, evaluating Operations and Maintenance performances, and supervising employees. This position works under the general direction and supervision of the Division Director of Operations and Maintenance and the Deputy Director of FMD Operations. Note: Incumbent is considered emergency essential. Flexible working schedule is required as well as overtime, call-back, and on call. The position location and work schedule can be changed at any given time due to business necessity and operational needs. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in planning, architecture, engineering, public or business administration or a closely related field. Plus five years of experience in performing building maintenance, repair and/or construction, or in managing residential or facilities development projects, including three years of experience in supervisory capacity. Certificates and Licenses Required Valid driver's license Necessary Special Requirements The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer. Preferred Qualifications Possess Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facility Management Professional (FMP) certification Experience managing facilities operations for large, complex facilities, including multi-site operations and implementing innovative solutions to improve facility operations, efficiency and lower costs. 5+ years of experience supervising a team of 5-10 staff members, including maintenance teams. Experience planning and managing preventative maintenance schedules for 100+ pieces of equipment. Experience with facility management software, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Strong understanding of building systems. Experience managing operating and maintenance budgets for over 400,000 sq feet of commercial buildings to include requesting and approving purchases as well as overall budget accountability with the ability to manage budgets, timelines, and resources efficiently. Strong leadership skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with various stakeholders, including senior management, staff, and external vendors. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities. Physical Requirements Mobility of employee is required for county facility and base building subsystem and equipment inspections. Must be able to climb up 12 ft step ladders and extension ladders, fixed wall and roof mount ladders, and cage ladders up to 45 ft as well as climb stairs and scaffolding for low-rise, mid-rise, and high-rise buildings of various heights and distances as determined by the tallest building in FMD inventory/portfolio. Must be able to effectively work for extended periods to perform indoor or outdoor work during varying, extreme, and other adverse weather and temperature conditions. Must be able to wear and physically complete necessary tasks while wearing OSHA approved and required Personal Protective Equipment to include but not limited to safety shoes, safety gloves, hardhat, safety clothing, respirator. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Selection Procedure Panel interview and may include exercise. Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others). We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY View phone number on click.appcast.io. View email address on click.appcast.io EEO/AA/TTY. #J-18808-Ljbffr