Assistant Director of Facility Management

Chicago Park District • Chicago, IL

95d • $110,000 - $135,000

About The Position

Under direction, assists the Director and provides overall direction and management in the areas of repairs, maintenance, in-house capital projects, and the work order system. Oversees the internal administrative support services within the Department of Facility Management. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Engineering, Construction Management, Facility Management, Public Administration; or a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in facility operations or capital project management, preferably in a public sector agency.
• At least one year of supervisory experience coordinating skilled trades employees and contractors.
• A Master’s Degree in one of the above fields may substitute for two years of the required experience.
• In the absence of a Bachelor’s Degree, candidates may qualify with seven years of progressively responsible experience in facility operations or capital project management, including at least two years of supervisory experience coordinating skilled trades employees and contractors.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of facility maintenance and construction.
• Budgeting, scheduling, and administrative skills.
• Strong oral, written communication, and public presentation skills.
• Management and team building skills.
• Ability to identify problems and formulate practical, workable solutions.
• Ability to effectively manage diverse functions.
• Ability to supervise and direct professional and paraprofessional subordinate staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervises maintenance, in-house capital improvement projects, and general administrative services, including the work of subordinate staff.
• Supervises and coordinates the work of skilled trades employees and contractors on repair, maintenance, and capital projects.
• Establishes budget estimates and standards to plan, monitor and document repair and maintenance work as well as in-house capital programs and projects.
• Supports the Director and Deputy Director in the development of operating programs, assisting in the management of departmental budgets, and ensuring that day-to-day business runs smoothly.
• Oversees the operations of the internal administrative support services.
• Functions as liaison with other departments to resolve administrative support problems, improve services, and develop cost efficiencies.
• Keeps the Director and Deputy Director abreast of general operations and new developments.
• Participates in budget preparation and management.
• Completes special projects as assigned by the Director or Deputy Director.

Benefits

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• 13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days in first year of employment).
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
• 4 paid personal days per year.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility).
• Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
• Optional pre-tax programs – Transit.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
• Free Admission to most Chicago museums.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree