Join our team as a the Director of Facilities! 

 

Home to more than 1600 students, the Pelham School District is comprised of three schools serving Pre-K through 12^th grade students. In Pelham we provide a supportive learning environment, a wide variety of extracurricular clubs, activities and sports. Our students and teams are #pelhamproud!  Supported by Administrative and professional teams, successful candidates will help support our District goals which are to make Pelham one of the best places to work and having an excellent culture and belonging within our workplace.

 

 

About the Position:

As a member of the Districts Leadership team, the Director of Facilities will develop and implement the District's facility maintence plan. This position will supervise and manage the overall maintence and operation of all buildings and grounds including (but not limited to) mechanical, electrical and safety systems. The Director will establish standards and policies for installation, modification testing, operating procedures, maintenance schedules, inspections, pollution control, maintenance of equipment and school buildings and reporting major maintenance needs and requirements when necessary to the Business Administrator and/or Superintendent. 

 

Additional job duties and responsibilities include: 

1. Supervise all custodial and maintenance staff including: interview and recommended hiring decisions, training and evaluation, supervision and when necessary disciplinary actions;
2. Prepare work schedules for custodial and maintenance staff and make daily work assignments;
3. Establish and supervise summer cleaning/maintenance programs and schedules;
4. Monitor timecards of all custodial/maintenance employees in the district and certifies them for payment;
5. Ensure compliance with the district’s facilities preventive maintenance schedule;
6. Participates as a member of the District-Wide Leadership team;
7. Assist in the development of the facilities operating budget, and monitors monthly spending against budget;
8. Assist in the development of the Capital Plan;
9. Select the custodial/maintenance supplies and equipment to be used and maintain an appropriate inventory and maintain equipment and supplies;
10. Schedule and retain outside services and personnel when necessary to satisfy maintenance needs. Supervise and inspect work performed by outside contractors and verify that the contracts have been fulfilled;
11. Manage facilities vendor relations and ensure that all vendors have acknowledged the district’s safety plan; Support the Business Administrator in the preparation of all bid packages.
12. Ensure the safety of the students, staff, and facilities by maintaining fire alarms, door/window locks, etc.;
13. Assist professionals in the repair or maintenance of school district buildings and equipment;
14. Schedule all necessary inspections by local, state, and federal agencies related to buildings and equipment;
15. Monitor fuel and utility use and ensures adequate supplies are available;
16. Provide environmental management and maintain proper records on environmental issues;
17. Ensure compliance with the record retention requirements for legal records of all inspections, tests, repairs and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and with all laws and regulations as they apply to facilities;
18. Inspect buildings, and confers with principals regarding custodial/maintenance work;
19. Oversee all construction projects in all buildings;
20. Maintain records including inspections, tests and repairs as are required;
21. Coordinate snow removal and anti-skid application for all schools;
22. Respond to emergencies, or additional work, as required;
23. Evaluate methods and procedures to improve efficiency and economy in all operations;
24. Serve on and/or provide information for district-level committees involving school facilities;
25. Attend workshops and training sessions to remain current on best practices and regulations pertinent to BOCA and health safety codes as well as custodial, maintenance, electrical and HVAC issues;
26. Maintain effective relations with building staff, students, local officials, and the public;
27. Refer children to the school administration when disciplinary action may be required and confer with Human Resources on staff related concerns;
28. Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Business Administrator and/or Superintendent. 

 

Required Minimum Qualifications: 

 

Minimum of 3-years experience in facility management, preferably within a school district. 

Ability to demonstrate managerial, supervisory and leadership skills. 

Comprehensive knowledge of building operating systems and regulatory codes.

Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, HVAC (inc computer controls) and facilities.

General understanding of cleaning/sanitizing chemicals and the necessary practicies. 

Valid drivers license with ability to operate a snow plow and oerpate District trucks. 

Ability to perform the physical demands of the position. 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with multiple stakeholders.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to work outside of normal working hours as needed/required. 

Experience working with various vendors, architects, engineers and contractors. 

 

What We Offer: 

Our full-time team members are offered a comprehensive employment package that includes competitive pay, sick and vacation leave, 2 health plans including a 100% District paid plan, dental coverage, District paid LTD/Life/AD&D coverage, 403b plan, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more!!

 

Selection Process: 

Our interview process is designed for you to learn about our District and why Pelham is a great place to work! Our selection process typically includes an initial interview, followed by an in-person interview with our search committee and the Superintendent of Schools. The final step in the hiring process is nomination by the School Board.