Director of Facilities

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Director of Facilities is responsible for the overall maintenance, operations, preservation, and security of the Cathedral Basilica campus, including all buildings, grounds, mechanical systems, and associated properties. This role ensures that the Cathedral remains a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for worship, ministry, cultural events, and visitors. The Director serves as a key steward of the Cathedral's historic architecture and works collaboratively with clergy, staff, contractors, and volunteers to support the mission of the Church through excellent facility management.

Job Description

• Oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of all Cathedral Basilica facilities, grounds, and related properties.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for building systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Manage facility projects, including renovations, repairs, capital improvements, and historic preservation efforts.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, vendors, and service providers to ensure quality work and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Monitor and maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, fire safety, and other building systems.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, diocesan, and safety regulations.
• Develop, administer, and monitor facility budgets, including maintenance, operating, and capital expenditures.
• Establish and maintain emergency preparedness and security procedures for the Cathedral campus.
• Recruit, supervise, train, and evaluate facilities staff and volunteers as assigned.
• Coordinate facility support for liturgies, parish events, concerts, cultural programs, and special events.
• Maintain accurate records related to maintenance activities, inspections, warranties, and facility assets.
• Work closely with the Rector, clergy, parish staff, and committees to identify and address facility needs.
• Promote a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for parishioners, visitors, staff, and volunteers.
• Support the preservation and stewardship of the Cathedral Basilica's historic buildings, artwork, and grounds.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in facilities management, operations, building maintenance, or a related field.
• Experience managing large or historic facilities preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, and security systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, contractors, and facility projects.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with clergy, staff, contractors, and volunteers.
• Ability to respond to facility emergencies outside of regular business hours as needed.
• Proficiency with computer systems and facility management software.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of the Catholic Church.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.


Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.


Our Mission

We are a unique community-diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Benefits

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better-and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That's why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you'll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we're working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews-we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.