Director of Facilities - San Diego Zoo Safari Park
About The Position
The Director of Facilities provides leadership to the team and is responsible for construction, remodeling, repair, maintenance, and cleanliness of facilities, and equipment fleet at assigned location. This position reports to the Deputy Director at assigned location. Responsibilities include oversight of all Facilities operations including: buildings, grounds, exhibits, transportation systems, vehicles and equipment, wastewater treatment plant, roads, and electrical, plumbing, mechanical, drainage, and environmental compliance. Oversees and provides leadership to the Facilities team including, but not limited to: hiring, training and development, and performance management. Inspects and evaluates facilities' condition and plans corrective actions in coordination with other departments ensuring a high level of fiscal accountability. Creates, implements, and maintains a highly efficient preventative maintenance program. Ensures contract compliance and quality on projects and regulatory requirements. Exercises a high level of fiscal responsibility for organizational department budget. Monitors the planning, development, and construction of new projects and major remodels and provides guidance to outside contractors.
Requirements
- 7 or more years of experience in the construction or facilities maintenance industry required
- 7 or more years of supervisory and project coordination experience required
- Bachelor's Degree in business administration, management, or a related field preferred
- California Driver License required
- Strong working knowledge of Building trades, tools, equipment, and materials.
- Strong working knowledge of facilities maintenance requirements and practices.
- Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Able to operate moderately complex computer software programs.
- Demonstrated ability to lead highly effective, diverse teams.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects with competing deadlines.
- Strong working knowledge of construction industry, facilities maintenance and industry best practices and safety regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with represented labor preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversight of all Facilities operations including: buildings, grounds, exhibits, transportation systems, vehicles and equipment, wastewater treatment plant, roads, and electrical, plumbing, mechanical, drainage, and environmental compliance.
- Oversees and provides leadership to the Facilities team including, but not limited to: hiring, training and development, and performance management.
- Inspects and evaluates facilities' condition and plans corrective actions in coordination with other departments ensuring a high level of fiscal accountability.
- Creates, implements, and maintains a highly efficient preventative maintenance program.
- Ensures contract compliance and quality on projects and regulatory requirements.
- Exercises a high level of fiscal responsibility for organizational department budget.
- Monitors the planning, development, and construction of new projects and major remodels and provides guidance to outside contractors.
Benefits
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Local and In-House Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
