Salary Minimum $105,000

POSITION: DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

FTE: 1.0

REPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENT or DESIGNEE

DATE: 4/23/2026

SUMMARY: The Director of Facilities is responsible for the overall planning, operation, and maintenance of all district buildings and grounds to ensure safe, efficient, and well-functioning learning environments. This role oversees all facility maintenance, custodial services, construction and renovation projects, and long-term capital planning. The Director ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to safety, environmental standards, and school operations. They also manage budgets, supervise facilities staff and contractors, and coordinate responses to emergencies or urgent repair needs.

The Director of Facilities collaborates with district leadership to align facility improvements with educational goals, supports sustainability initiatives, and develops preventative maintenance plans to extend the life of district assets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct and oversee the maintenance, repair, and operation of all district buildings, grounds, and facilities under the general direction of the Superintendent, and in accordance with Board objectives and policies.
Supervise custodial, maintenance, and grounds staff; establish work schedules, expectations, and performance standards.
Develop and implement a comprehensive preventative maintenance program to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.
Plan, coordinate, and manage construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects from design through completion.
Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations related to safety, environmental standards, and school facilities.
Conduct regular facility inspections and safety audits; address deficiencies in a timely manner.
Prepare and manage departmental budgets, including forecasting, cost control, and resource allocation.
Oversee vendor contracts and service agreements; select, negotiate, and evaluate contractors and service providers.
Coordinate emergency response efforts related to facility issues (e.g., weather events, mechanical failures, safety concerns).
Collaborates with building administrators and district leadership to coordinate custodial and maintenance services for all activities and to align facility planning and improvements with instructional and operational priorities.
Develop and maintain long-range facility and capital improvement plans.
Implement and support sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
Develops and maintains a comprehensive technical library of facility documentation, including plans, specifications, shop drawings, and manufacturer’s literature for all district buildings and equipment.
Respond to facility-related concerns from staff, students, and community members in a timely and professional manner.
Ensure facilities are clean, safe, and conducive to a positive learning environment.
Oversee daily operations of the Lincoln Athletic Building and Performing Arts Center, including memberships, rentals, facility use, and customer service.
Review and approve all district facility requests, ensuring appropriate staffing and support.
Provide oversight at major district events to ensure safe operations, including evenings and weekends.
Collaborate with staff and community users to support programming and effective use of LAB and PAC facilities.
Manage relationships with renters, including coordination of maintenance, upgrades, and ongoing facility improvements.
Responsible for attending Administrative Council and Board of Education meetings.
Keep in confidence all personal, student or personnel records and information.
Participates in district and school initiatives, adheres to building and district school improvement plans. Interprets and implements all district policies, administrative guidelines and procedures.
Conducts behavior to demonstrate collegiality and professionalism.
Mandated Reporter for Child Abuse and Neglect.
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent/Designee.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Position includes supervisory responsibilities over contracted custodial and maintenance staff and facilities department employees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the Board of Education may be considered. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, operations, or maintenance, preferably in a school district or public sector environment.
Demonstrated experience supervising staff and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to manage and oversee a large-scale school district facilities budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources, cost control, and alignment with operational and capital improvement priorities
Experience with construction management, capital planning, and preventative maintenance programs.
Experience in planning, overseeing, and executing school bond initiatives, including stakeholder communication, budget management, compliance, and successful delivery of capital improvement projects.
Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), safety standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Experience working with contractors, vendors, and service providers, including contract negotiation and oversight.
Familiarity with public bidding processes, school facility funding, and applicable state regulations preferred.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
Applicants must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check as defined by the State of Michigan

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to explain and demonstrate appropriate leadership techniques.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret periodicals and professional journals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all stakeholders.
Ability to express self clearly, both orally and in writing.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret information.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

The ability to integrate technology into the everyday work flow is necessary.
Ability to utilize District technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the District.
Ability to use computer technology for research, data management, communications and other instruction.
Ability to use a personal computer (PC) or MAC in a networked environment to utilize the Internet and other electronic communications mechanisms.
Knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software) is required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply the concepts of basic math, algebra and geometry consistent with the duties of this position.

REASONING ABILITY:

Highly proficient in subject areas of: reasoning, problem solving, organizational dynamics and emotional intelligence.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Exhibit a high level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information, use good judgment, plan and handle complex projects and maintain a flexible attitude.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Ability to build rapport with others and to serve diverse publics.
Ability to take initiative; work well with others as a collaborative team member and exhibit good communication skills.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other departments, agencies and individuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds such as books and material. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to travel to other buildings is required. The position requires the individual to sometimes work irregular or extended work hours and meet multiple demands from several people.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students. The employee is exposed to infections at a greater risk than the average person. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a long period of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

TERMS:

The contract, salary and other employment conditions will be established by the Superintendent. Further, the applicant must agree to fully participate in all relevant training inclusive of or unique to the department assigned and the District.

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and ability as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. Lincoln Consolidated Schools retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment.

This position description is not a contract for employment.

Lincoln Consolidated Schools is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Lincoln Consolidated Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, genetic information or any legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

"The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District."

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