BENCH FACILITIES DIRECTOR

Compass Group

1d•$70,000 - $82,000

About The Position

SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors. SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world. This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected]. Job SummaryAre you passionate about creating a safe environment where students can excel? If so, we invite you to apply for our Facilities Director position where you can make a difference in the lives of students. As the Facilities Director, you will lead the smooth operation of custodial and maintenance of campus facilities ensuring they operate efficiently, safely, and in alignment with our education client's expectations while encouraging an environment conducive to learn and grow. This Bench position will provide management support to new and existing SSC accounts in K-12 or higher education settings. Travel is required and can be significant to include overnights. Ideal candidates will be open to relocation to other areas outside of the listed location.

Requirements

Five+ years of management experience in maintenance/facilities management or other service-related field with high customer/client contact required
Budgeting, forecasting experience is preferred
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
Exhibits initiative, responsibility and leadership
Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Strong leadership skills
Proven track record of working effectively in an unstructured and fast-paced environment
Valid driver's license and clean driving record, ensuring safe operation of company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and conditions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to our dedicated team of facilities professionals.
Cultivate an environment of excellence, safety, and continuous improvement through effective training and development initiatives.
Inspect completed projects for accuracy and compliance with established requirements and specifications. Assure that related functions follow all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Assist with the preparation and submission of various statistical and narrative reports, including the long-range facility plan, five-year construction plan, and scheduled maintenance program.
Provide effective supervision, evaluation, and coordination of assigned personnel, encouraging a collaborative and cohesive team.
Play a key role in the recruitment process, conducting screenings, interviews, and making recommendations for staffing decisions.
Establish and maintain systems to train staff to meet performance and safety standards.
Develop and maintain annual departmental budgets. Review, monitor, and evaluate budgets and financial data. Control and authorize expenditures in accordance with authorized parameters.
Maintain blueprints, specifications, and systems plans and drawings.
Serve on assigned committees.