High School: Facilities Manager - Lynn, MA

Our Mission

Together with our families and communities, we create joyful and identity-affirming schools where students achieve excellent and equitable academic outcomes. We believe doing this ensures that our students are prepared to pursue any path they choose — college, career, and beyond — so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our program is based on:

• A focus on high-quality instruction supported by rigorous professional development to ensure that our students develop the academic skills necessary to pursue the life they choose.
• A high regard for character development to ensure that our students and staff celebrate and develop their character and identity strengths.
• An emphasis on family engagement, because we believe that our students are most likely to be able to maximize their potential when we work in partnership with our students and their families.
• A focus on college readiness for all students so that all students can make choices about their post-secondary education and future.

What We Do

We seek to provide a world-class education for students from educationally underserved communities in Lynn and Boston. Our student demographics mirror those of neighborhood schools in terms of race, socioeconomic status, Multilingual Learners (MLL), and students who receive special education services.

Our promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop the zest for learning and grit necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in Lynn and Boston.

Who We Are

KIPP Massachusetts began enrolling students in 2004. We currently hold two charters, operating two “districts.” Our first district, KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School, is based in Lynn, MA. Our second district, KIPP Academy Boston Charter School, is based in Mattapan, MA. Each district is housed on one or more “campuses,” which we use to refer to different grade spans, for example, elementary grades, middle school grades, or high school grades.

In Lynn, KIPP Academy Lynn Elementary (serving grades K-4), KIPP Academy Lynn Middle (serving grades 5-8), and KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate (serving grades 9-12), are all under our Lynn charter. Admission to any grade in the Lynn district is admission to all remaining grades in the Lynn district K-12. 74% of our students in Lynn are Hispanic, 15% are Black, 3% are multiracial, 5% White, and 4% Asian. 

In Boston, KIPP Academy Boston (serving grades K-8) is under our Boston charter. Admission to any grade in the Boston district is admission to all remaining grades in the Boston district K-8. 36% of our students in Boston are Hispanic, 59% are Black, 3% are multiracial, 1% are White, and 1% are American Indian or Alaskan Native.

Across both districts, we serve over 2,200 students. KIPP MA has a Regional Office, with teams such as Teaching and Learning, Talent and Operations, which supports both districts.

KIPP Foundation

KIPP Massachusetts partners with the KIPP Foundation, which is a non-profit national network of college-preparatory public charter schools serving elementary, middle and high school students. The KIPP Network has a 30+ year track record of preparing our students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life.

The KIPP Public Schools Network is made up of 278 K-12 schools, 28 regional support organizations, and the nonprofit KIPP Foundation. We are a national network with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Together, we continually raise the bar for teaching and learning, then ensure success in one classroom travels across our network to hundreds more. We believe that excellent academic, safe and structured schools, empowered teachers, an emphasis on character development and support through college and career are the foundation for student success, and we strive to provide this for every student.

All KIPP schools, whether they are in Massachusetts or in other states, are part of the free public school system in their respective states and enrollment is open to all students. KIPP public charter schools are given more academic and budgetary flexibility than traditional public schools, and in exchange commit to deliver high-quality academic results for students.

Job Description

Facilities Manager at KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School

KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School’s Facilities Manager manages the daily facility maintenance and custodial services at an assigned property or properties. This role reports directly to the Director of School Operations (DSO) to ensure that KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School students have access to clean and safe facilities, which provides an environment supportive of learning and growth. This role will also assist with the long-term facilities management plan and budget for the assigned properties in the region. 

This role requires consistent and reliable demonstration of the following essential job functions and key responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordination and Execution of Facilities and Maintenance Responsibilities

• Ensure the full upkeep and high-functionality of assigned building 

• Responsible for ensuring preventive maintenance and repairs on campus

• Planning and execution of major projects and annual summer work including painting, floor care, deep cleaning, and furniture needs for the assigned properties

• Responsible for facility related compliance

• Ensure all required permits are maintained and in place for each facility

• Coordinate and oversee snow removal and landscaping in coordination with the DSO at assigned campus 

• Coordinate and oversee the security of systems in all facilities through contracts with heating, ventilation, and electrical vendors

• Remotely monitor building systems using web-based tools

• Coordinate and oversee all furniture delivery and installation along with supply ordering and distribution (as needed)

• In coordination with the DSOoversee the implementation of fire safety plans, including contracts for the monitoring and maintenance of fire alarm and fire suppression systems; liaise with local police and fire departments as needed

• Transport all necessary materials and supplies between facilities

Management and Leadership Responsibilities

• Schedule daily maintenance and custodial work for on-time completion with high standards/quality via a work order system

• In collaboration with the DSO partner with custodial and maintenance teams on campus, including KIPP MA employees and outsourced cleaning services

• On-call emergency resource during working hours and ensuring proper coverage for response after hours

• Manage preventative maintenance programs, custodial supply orders, and key management for the assigned campus

• Partner with the DSO to obtain multiple quotes for significant purchases 

• Review and forward any invoices to the DSO for payment approval.

• Collaborate with Information Technology department on jointly-managed systems (security, surveillance, access control)

• Manage electronic facilities/help request system and ensure prompt replies to facilities requests

• Maintain inventory of keys

General Requirements and Responsibilities

• Embody KIPP MA’s Code of Conduct by acting with integrity, leading with humanity, centering self-awareness and critical consciousness, taking personal responsibility, and engaging productively

• Participate and engage in regional professional development and community events as required

KIPP MA staff are supported in their demanding work by experienced and dedicated leadership and staff who have themselves proven successful in their role. Our KIPP MA Executive Leadership Teams maintain consistent systems and procedures designed to permit staff to do their best work. 

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, there will occasionally be other duties as assigned that staff will engage in to help promote a positive and safe learning environment and culture.

WORK AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to stand frequently

• Ability to lift 25-50 pounds

• Ability to bend, twist, and perform repetitive hand and arm motions

• Access to reliable transportation

Qualifications

• Deep alignment with KIPP MA’s mission and values, including the unwavering belief in the high potential of all students

• Minimum 3-5 years’ work experience including experience managing a team; facilities related experience preferred

• Proven ability in utilizing data to drive change, identify and solve problems, and inform decision making 

• Exhibit leadership ability and strong customer service skills

• Ability to identify problems and proactively find solutions

• Extreme flexibility, with a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate a high level of responsibility and multiple, changing priorities

• Strong written and verbal communications skills; interpersonal skills required to maintain positive relations and obtain cooperation with a broad group of stakeholders at all levels with different needs and interest

• Ability to stay highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and prioritize assigned work to meet deadlines

• Must have reliable transportation 

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

• Computer literacy and baseline familiarity with Google Suite

• Experience with a facilities work order system is preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

• Pass Criminal Background Checks

KIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in building a vibrant and welcoming school community that advances our mission of ensuring that all KIPP students graduate with the skills and confidence to lead fulfilling lives. This includes a commitment to attracting and developing individuals who understand the experiences of the students and communities we serve. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Additional Information

What We Offer

The minimum base salary range for this non-exempt position is $55,000 to $70,000 (per 1.0 FTE/45 hours per week) with a $1,000 signing bonus—and an annual $2,000 retention bonus in subsequent years, as well as other bonuses, when eligible. This role follows our 12 Month calendar. For more about what we offer, how to apply and more about KIPP MA, please visit this link HERE.