Facilities Manager
About The Position
The Facilities Manager oversees the planning, maintenance, construction, and improvement of the Agency’s buildings, grounds, equipment, and facilities, including food services, the horse program, and the Honda program. The role ensures facilities meet applicable safety, sanitation, security, environmental, and life safety requirements and provide a safe, welcoming, and functional environment for youth, staff, and visitors. The position leads building maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, groundskeeping, facility projects, budgets, capital planning, building systems, safety activities, space planning, preventive maintenance, fleet operations, and equipment repairs. It supervises and supports facilities staff and coordinates with contractors, utility providers, regulatory agencies, staff, and leadership. The role is full-time at the Bismarck campus, Monday through Friday, with on-call availability as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence and communicate effectively with employees, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and apply problem-solving skills to facility operations.
- Proficiency with common computer applications, including spreadsheets, word processing, databases, internet-based software, and inventory management systems.
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, oversee budgets, and coordinate staff and resources effectively.
- Ability to travel throughout Agency facilities and grounds as needed.
- Ability to perform essential duties including overseeing facility operations, conducting inspections, coordinating maintenance activities, and supervising staff.
Responsibilities
- Oversee building maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and groundskeeping operations.
- Manage facility projects, renovations, construction, and equipment installations.
- Develop and oversee facility budgets, capital improvement plans, and equipment replacement schedules.
- Monitor building systems, including HVAC and lighting, and identify opportunities for energy savings and waste reduction.
- Oversee safety inspections, emergency drills, staff education, and environmental hazard management.
- Coordinate space planning, facility layouts, and building improvements.
- Supervise and support facilities staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety, sanitation, security, and environmental regulations.
- Coordinate with contractors, utility providers, and regulatory agencies.
- Oversee preventive maintenance programs, fleet operations, and equipment repairs.
- Ensure buildings, grounds, and facilities are safe, clean, secure, and properly maintained.
- Conduct facility inspections and support safety initiatives, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance.
- Develop and implement facility plans that support current and future Agency needs.
- Manage facility budgets and resources responsibly to support operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with staff and leadership to accomplish organizational goals and initiatives.
- Address facility concerns promptly and communicate important updates to staff and leadership.
- Coordinate facility needs and services to support Agency programs and special events.
- Identify opportunities to improve facility operations, energy efficiency, and resource management.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans, procedures, and schedules.
- Evaluate building systems and recommend improvements supporting safety, sustainability, and cost effectiveness.
- Stay informed about applicable safety standards, environmental regulations, and facility management practices.
- Monitor construction and installation projects to ensure work meets established specifications and expectations.
- Encourage collaboration, problem-solving, and innovative approaches to facility management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
