Director Of Facilities

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in engineering, public administration, or related field, preferably in an academic setting;
• 10 years of building maintenance experience, of which five years shall have been full-time experience in a supervisory capacity over facilities maintenance and custodial personnel. 5 years of progressive construction management, engineering layout and design with experience in educational facilities planning;
• Or, any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
• Maintains a valid driver's license.

• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficient with technology, including relevant software applications.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records.

• Principles and practices of facility and property management and administration.
• Principles and practices of strategic planning.
• Principles and practices of purchasing, district budgeting and fiscal management.
• Applicable state, federal, and local laws, rules and regulations, as well as school board policies.
• Principles and practices of risk management.
• Construction codes and health and safety regulations.
• Working knowledge of mechanics of school equipment, such as boilers, electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems.

• Adapting to changing work priorities.
• Communicating with diverse groups and individuals.
• Understanding detailed information and data.
• Collaborating and working as part of a team.

• Develop and implement a district-wide strategy and schedule to manage and maintain buildings and grounds of all district-owned facilities and grounds, including athletic fields.
• Oversee and coordinate facility systems including HVAC, lighting, door access, fire alarm, manage keys and locks in conjunction with building principals.
• Develop and implement administrative procedures to guide operations relating to facilities management.
• Develop, in coordination with building administrators, strategic building-level maintenance plans in all district buildings, and support in emergency management planning.
• Develop and maintain good public relations with Town and State departments and officials.
• Ensure hired contractors honor building codes and follow district policies and procedures.
• Work cooperatively with maintenance and custodial staff, building administrators, and other staff members in the various buildings to assure the cleanliness and safety of school facilities and to meet custodial and maintenance needs.
• Manage rentals/use of school facilities in coordination with building principals. Ensure coverage for events and school functions.
• Prepare scope of work and bid documents and follow processes according to District policy; review bids thoroughly and provide recommendations to administration.
• Institute and maintain an ongoing Capital Improvement Plan for all District owned facilities, making recommendations to the Business Administrator and Facilities Committee.
• Ensure that all school facilities comply with fire, safety and building codes, and promptly report any code related needs to the Business Administrator.
• Inspect all District buildings and grounds on a regular basis to ensure that high standards of cleanliness, safety and security are maintained.
• Continually evaluate methods and procedures to improve efficiency and economy in operations.
• Coordinate the response to buildings and grounds related emergency calls and weather.
• Serve as an administrative representative to the Facilities Committee and Joint Loss Management Committee, and provide support to other committees as needed.

• Supervise and evaluate buildings and grounds staff, working a flexible schedule to oversee staff.
• Define responsibilities and assign staff to areas to which they are accountable.
• Coordinate all in-service training for maintenance and custodial staff on safe and efficient use of supplies, equipment and hazardous materials, including blood borne pathogens and asbestos awareness. Ensure staff maintain current certifications and licenses.
• Provide positive leadership to create a safe and secure environment for students, staff and the community.
• Review and approve departmental payroll and leave requests to ensure accuracy and that proper procedures are followed.

• Draft facilities operational budget in collaboration with the Business Administrator; and provide estimates to the Facilities Committee for consideration for warrant articles in accordance with the District's Capital Improvement Plan.
• Administer and monitor approved Buildings and Grounds budget including special projects and site improvements with strategy in mind.
• Regularly obtain estimates and quotes for goods and services to ensure the district is getting the best products, services and cost.
• Ensure custodial and maintenance materials and supplies are ordered as needed throughout the District, following purchasing procedures and obtaining pricing/quotes and/or bids as appropriate.
• Enter and/or approve requisitions for goods and services, monitor purchase orders, review and approve invoices.

• Develop and maintain equipment inventory, including district-owned vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with AHERA and SDS record requirements at all district buildings.
• Establish and maintain necessary files and records.

• Moderate amount(s) of:   lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling
• Moderate amount(s) of:  fine finger dexterity, repetitive motion(s), walking, bending/squatting, kneeling, crawling, and/or climbing
• Significant amount(s) of:   mental attention/focus, speaking, listening

Our VisionOur vision is to be a model of leadership and collaboration, committing to serve our community of learners through:Active Stewardship of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth & well-beingUnfailing Integrity that encourages positive communication, respectful relationships, and moral courage in a diverse environmentPerpetual Innovation by continuously reviewing and updating our programs, technologies, and instructional practices to inspire complex thinking and creative problem-solvingOur Goals and ObjectivesTowards Active Stewardship, in the area of Student Growth:We will foster the belief that learning, participating, and contributing to the community is critical to the social, emotional, physical and intellectual development and overall well being of each child and the community as a whole.Towards Unfailing Integrity, in the area of Communication:We will improve external communication systems with the specific goal of creating open communication between the school district and the community.We will improve internal communication systems with the specific goal of creating open communication between the school district and it's staff and students.Towards Perpetual Innovation, in the area of Opportunities:We will support the local community by providing rigorous, relevant and effective learning experiences by embracing and promoting a wide variety of opportunities and credit-earning pathways for all students.