Facilities and Maintenance Manager

CHILDRENS HARBOR•Norfolk, VA

About The Position

The Facility Service Director (FSD) is responsible for the repair and maintenance of the agency’s buildings, equipment, grounds and vehicles in accordance with all local, state, federal and agency policies. All facilities and equipment will be kept in a hygienic, safe and presentable condition. This director will coordinate outside service vendors and volunteers when recommended to restore facilities, equipment or grounds to proper condition. The Facilities Services Director works under the general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and coordinates all work with Program Directors (PD). The FSD holds a salaried position. The FSD is on call for emergencies, 24 hours a day.

Requirements

Minimums of 5-10 years of experience in facility management, as well as, direct supervisory experience in the field are required.
Knowledge of light construction, electrical, plumbing and heating, ventilation and air condition is needed.
Ability to transport equipment and staff to multiple locations.
Must have a valid Virginia Driver’s License or Commercial Driver’s License.
Must be willing to participate in a professional organization and to obtain ongoing training in the field of facility management.
This director must relate well to children and adults.

Nice To Haves

Two years college and/or technical school training and Class A Contractor License preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves on Facility Management Committee
Provides preventative and continuous maintenance inside/outside buildings, equipment and grounds
Provides preventative and continuous maintenance inside/outside vehicles
Establishes and maintains regular communication with PD and other administrative personnel regarding facility needs
Contracts with outside service vendors for repairs or services as appropriate and with CFO approval
Establishes long term repair, replacement and housekeeping needs
Maintains a clear and organized work area in accordance with local, state and federal health, safety, licensing and building guidelines
Recruits, screens, hires and dismisses all facility service staff according to agency personnel policy and subject to approval of the CFO
Establishes time and work schedules and follows all governmental guidelines
Evaluates staff at initial and annual anniversaries and recommends salary increases and promotions to CFO as appropriate
Provides staff with necessary training and operational supervision
Maintains all applicable compensation and expenses within budgetary guidelines, including signatory authorization on invoices and timesheets
Informs the CFO of additional facility needs not covered by the budget
Ensures building, parking lots and grounds are suitable for occupancy
Arranges in advance for supplies and services
Notifies Facility Service Staff of emergency work schedules
Other duties as assigned by CFO.