DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES

Apis Services Inc•Reading, PA

3d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Children’s Home of Reading (CHOR Youth & Family Services) is seeking an experienced, hands-on Facilities Director to lead the teams and operations responsible for keeping their programs safe, secure, clean, functional, and ready to serve children, youth, and families. This leadership position has a broad scope, overseeing maintenance, housekeeping/laundry, security, and food service. The role involves managing facility operations, preventative maintenance, construction and renovation projects, budgets, vendors, inspections, vehicles, grounds, and emergency response. The Facilities Director will balance long-term facility planning with the everyday needs of a busy human services organization, handling tasks ranging from strategic planning and budget review to responding to urgent facility issues. The ideal candidate is an organized, practical leader skilled in managing people, projects, vendors, budgets, and competing priorities, with a commitment to creating safe and welcoming environments.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with related vocational training and/or a variety of maintenance or facilities-related experience.
Supervisory experience.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
Good driving record.
Ability to meet applicable Pennsylvania Child Protective Services requirements.
Ability to meet employment eligibility requirements.
Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing facilities operations across multiple buildings or locations.
Experience supervising maintenance, housekeeping, security, food service, or other operational teams.
Experience managing facilities-related budgets.
Experience working with contractors, vendors, and outside service providers.
Experience with construction, renovations, building acquisitions, or capital improvement projects.
Experience managing preventative maintenance programs.
Experience working in a regulated environment such as human services, healthcare, education, residential services, or similar settings.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for the facilities operations of The Children’s Home of Reading, including Maintenance, Housekeeping/Laundry, Security, and Food Service.
Lead, supervise, and support Maintenance, Housekeeping/Laundry, Security, and Food Service staff.
Oversee the daily planning, assignment, direction, evaluation, training, and general supervision of department employees.
Participate in hiring, employment decisions, performance evaluations, orientation, and staff development.
Establish clear expectations and ensure staff follow organizational policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Support teams in responding to changing facility priorities and operational needs.
Ensure appropriate staffing coverage and coordinate after-hours response to facility emergencies.
Oversee the day-to-day maintenance and operation of CHOR facilities and buildings.
Ensure buildings remain safe, clean, functional, and in good repair.
Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs.
Oversee repairs, equipment maintenance, furniture and equipment moves, and general building needs.
Monitor heating, ventilation, and other building systems to help maintain appropriate environments.
Oversee security-related equipment, including cameras, monitors, motion detectors, and delayed egress equipment.
Coordinate telephone, cellular, pager, network equipment, and other facility-related technology needs.
Supervise the upkeep of lawns, landscaping, trees, grounds, parking areas, walkways, and roadways.
Coordinate snow and ice removal and other seasonal facility needs.
Manage and coordinate facility construction, renovation, and improvement projects.
Participate in the design and planning process for new building acquisitions, purchases, and leases.
Coordinate with contractors and outside service providers.
Evaluate contractor work for quality, cost, and overall value.
Help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable requirements.
Participate in on-site inspections with Labor & Industry, environmental, insurance, regulatory, licensing, and other inspectors.
Help ensure facilities comply with applicable safety, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
Participate in required staff trainings and meetings.
Maintain awareness of applicable safety practices and procedures.
Support organizational requirements related to confidentiality, security, emergency preparedness, and workplace safety.
Develop and manage budgets for Maintenance, Housekeeping/Laundry, Security, and Food Service.
Manage facility and utility portions of established program budgets.
Monitor facility-related expenses and approve invoices as appropriate.
Ensure purchases and expenditures follow established budget and purchase order procedures.
Evaluate cost/value factors when selecting vendors, contractors, equipment, and services.
Coordinate the maintenance and service of organizational vehicles.
Schedule maintenance vehicles for routine service and inspections.
Coordinate motor pool operations.
Maintain appropriate inventory and distribution of facility supplies.
Coordinate the purchase and distribution of supplies to various departments.
Assist with coordinating donation pickups and other facility-related transportation needs.
Coordinate maintenance staff availability to respond to facility emergencies outside of normal business hours.
Adjust maintenance and facility priorities as operational needs change.
Coordinate facility needs for special events, including setup, cleanup, and rental items.
Work collaboratively with program and administrative leadership to address urgent and ongoing facility needs.
Serve as a liaison to the Property Committee of the Board.
Collaborate with leadership and other departments to identify facility needs and opportunities for improvement.
Support and demonstrate proficiency in the CHOR Model of Care and Sanctuary Model.
Participate in organizational initiatives that promote safety, teamwork, communication, accountability, and continuous improvement.