BENTON HARBOR AREA SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Director of Facilities

SUPERVISOR: Superintendent

LOCATION: Central Administration

JOB SUMMARY: The role of the Director of Facilities supervises the custodial and maintenance work for the district. Management of the physical plant and services in a cost-effective manner, uses best practices, and is consistent with the District's mission.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma
Three (3) years of relevant training and experience in facilities management, construction management, engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university or combination of relevant training and experience.
Three (3) years of experience supervising at least 10 employees
Five (5) years of experience working in buildings and grounds or facility-related work.
Demonstrated knowledge of building operations management and/or construction
Demonstrated experience in at least one area of building systems (carpentry, electrical wiring, HVAC systems, and/or plumbing) and a general knowledge of the other building systems
Valid driver's license with two (2) or fewer points and no DUIL or OUIL convictions within the past five years, and ability to maintain the same
Strong communication skills.
Proven ability to meet the challenges of an urban school district

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, construction management, engineering, or related discipline.
Knowledge and understanding of electrical systems, HVAC system maintenance and controls, mechanical systems, plumbing, and other facility-related disciplines
Previous School facilities management experience
MSBO Facilities Director Certification

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the custodial and maintenance budget. Review monthly budget report, and request budget transfers as appropriate
Communicate effectively with all staff
Inform the immediate supervisor of any capital needs (e.g., boilers, roofs, parking lots, etc.).
Conduct staff meetings with custodial and/or maintenance staff meetings as needed for training, morale building, communication, and/or other purposes.
Prepare and present recommendations and reports as appropriate.
Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations
Maintain and manage energy management systems.
Oversee facility use and rental requests for all buildings and grounds.
Represent the District as an administrative liaison with any outside agencies related to emergency preparedness.
Help develop emergency procedures and a crisis management plan for the District.
Coordinate hazardous waste management and disposal.
Identify and recommend capital projects to the immediate supervisor.
Develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates for capital projects.
Oversee all major facility repairs, all facility improvements, and all construction projects.
Develop, establish, and maintain a long-range equipment and maintenance repair or replacement program.
Ensure quality performance of all custodial and maintenance staff, and provide consistency in cleaning, maintenance, and building operations at each school.
Attend regional (ISD or other) facilities meetings and job-related workshops to maintain and improve one's facility management skills
Keep current on best practices and recent developments on facility maintenance topics.
Oversee the evaluation of the performance of custodial/maintenance staff with the assistance of head custodians and administration.
Develop and implement training programs for all custodial and maintenance staff.
Develop standard specifications for custodial and maintenance supplies and equipment.
Supervise the centralized inventory and the distribution of supplies, equipment, and tools.
Develop and maintain files for all buildings including "as built" documents, bids, blueprints, contracts, plans, shop drawings, specifications, and other pertinent information related to building construction, maintenance, and operation.
Maintain and monitor warranties and guarantees for departmental equipment, vehicles, and facility-related matters (e.g., roofs, boilers, etc.).
Inspect all buildings and grounds (including playgrounds) with the principal regularly (i.e., 2-3 times per school year).
Maintain an effective electronic maintenance work order system, including communication and reporting functions, and assigning and monitoring work orders.
Ensure that the building principals have input on the prioritization of maintenance requests within their buildings.
Oversee the effective planning, development, and implementation of all maintenance and custodial systems, procedures, standards, forms, and controls.
Review and approve requests for employee absences
Perform other duties assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Focus on Data-Driven Results: Pursues the improvement of central office performance and school leadership, instruction, and operations,
Innovative Problem-Solving: Approaches work with a sense of possibility and sees challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving; takes initiative to explore issues and find potential innovative solutions.
Adaptability: Excels in constantly changing environments and adapts flexibly in shifting projects or priorities to meet the needs of a dynamic transformation effort; comfortable with ambiguity and non-routine situations.
Teamwork: Increases the effectiveness of surrounding teams through collaboration, constant learning, and supporting others; sensitive to diversity in all its forms; respects and is committed to learning from others.
Communication and Customer Service Skills: Communicates clearly and compellingly with diverse stakeholders in both oral and written forms; anticipates and responds to customer needs in a high-quality and courteous manner.
Must be able to be bonded in the State of Michigan

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary based on education and experience pursuant to the Benton Harbor Area School Board policies and collective bargaining agreement for any position that falls under collective bargaining.

EVALUATION:

The performance of this job will be evaluated by the Superintendent.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts

Benton Harbor Area Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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