Facilities Director

Facilities Director

Jackson Campus

General Job Summary: Coordinate, plan, and supervise the construction, maintenance, food services, security, cleaning, waste disposal, parking and ground keeping functions of the Methodist Children’s Homes “MCH”.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and implement a facility management plan to include preventative maintenance, life-cycle requirements and cost reduction initiatives
• Coordinate and supervise the maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment and facility renovations checking completed work by contractors and vendors
• Confer with subordinates on methods and procedures of work and supply, solve operational problems and conflicts and implement best practice processes to increase efficiency
• Determine by inspections and/or review of reports and requests, the need for fleet management, buildings, and grounds maintenance and repair
• Estimate costs of jobs, obtain quotes and tenders from venders and suppliers and compare costs for goods and services to maximize cost-effectiveness, negotiate contracts to optimize delivery and cost savings, manage contractor and vendor relationships and coordinate activities of contract suppliers and check initial cost estimates with actual costs on completed projects
• Conduct and document facility inspections, ensure facility needs are being met and identify needs and indicate priority of work to be done
• Hire, train and ensure efficient utilization of maintenance staff
• Prepare the departmental budget; approve requisitions, verify payments and invoices, monitor expenses and payments; recommend maintenance and construction material to be purchased
• Oversee campus security and respond to facility and equipment alarms and system failures
• Responsible for facility risk management and quality control by inspecting for and recommending removal of fire, safety and health hazards and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes
• Plan, organize, coordinate and supervise the work of maintenance, grounds maintenance personnel, food services and volunteers
• Coordinate intra-office moves
• Advise on and monitor energy efficiency
• Conduct in-service training programs; ensure compliance with building code and safety requirements; maintain records and prepare reports; facilitate modernization and improvements to MCH.
• Participate in maintenance of proper administrative procedures for the department in accordance with institutional policy
• Participate in programs and administrative activities of MCH
• All other job duties as assigned

Knowledge & Experience

Must be twenty-one (21) years of age

Minimum of a High School Diploma is required w/ five (5) years’ experience in facilities management; two (2) years of supervisory experience. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Or a combination of equivalent education and experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and effective problem-solving skills

Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills

Commitment to the mission and vision of the Methodist Children’s Homes

Skills/Working Conditions:

Must maintain valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record

Must be insurable by Methodist Children’s Homes insurance carrier

Must be able to work flexible schedule and shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays and extended periods of time.

First Aid, CPR, Universal Precautions, and medication administration.

Must be able to work in a fast paced, high pressure, high stress environment.

Physical Requirements:

Must provide a negative drug screen result prior to employment.

Must pass a pre-employment physical and TB test and on-going physical assessments as required

Have the ability to demonstrate organizational, management, and leadership skills.

Have the ability to generate multiple solutions to meet the changing needs of clients, staff, and communities

Have the ability to communicate professionally, in both verbal and written formats, with consumers, including, but not limited to parents, supervisees, colleagues, and community service providers.