Properties Director

Crossroads YMCA•Gary, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring facilities are safe, functional, and well-maintained to support a high-quality member and program experience. The Properties Director oversees daily maintenance operations, facility systems, staff, and vendor relationships across assigned locations, while also contributing to overall branch operations. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that requires balancing technical expertise with leadership and operational oversight. The job involves a blend of leadership responsibilities and hands-on maintenance work, with frequent shifting priorities and real-time problem-solving. Work occurs in indoor, outdoor, and mechanical environments, requiring physical demands including lifting, climbing, and confined spaces. The role involves managing multiple projects, timelines, and expectations, with a continuous focus on safety for staff, members, and facilities.

Requirements

Hands-on leader with strong maintenance and operations experience
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Experience supervising staff and/or vendors
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Effective communicator across diverse teams and communities
Self-directed with the ability to work independently
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and accountability
3–5 years of maintenance or facilities experience
Ability to obtain Certified Pool Operator certification within 90 days
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Reliable transportation and ability to travel between locations
Basic computer and systems proficiency
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Adept computer skills
Ability to respond to safety and emergencies