Director of Operations and Maintenance

Position Type:
Administration/Director of Operations and Maintenance

Date Posted:
8/27/2024

Location:
District-WideQUALIFICATIONS

• High School Graduate or equivalent. College Graduate Preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the basic principles of construction and building operations and maintenance, including commercial HVAC, plumbing and electrical.
• At least three (3) years' experience in a supervisory capacity in either business, industry or a governmental agency.
• At least three (3) years' experience in planning and maintaining physical facilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and staff.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's license.

JOB GOAL

The Director of Operations and Maintenance is responsible for utilizing the personnel and resources available to maintain the physical school facilities in a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness and safety so that full educational use of them may be made at all times.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans, directs, communicates and supervises the short and long term maintenance, custodial, energy management and grounds programs for the school district.
• Directs/selects recruitment and employment of custodial, maintenance and grounds personnel (full and part-time).
• Initiates and supervises in-service training programs for all custodial, maintenance and grounds employees.
• Supervises, communicates with and evaluates custodial, maintenance and grounds employees.
• Establishes and maintains a preventive maintenance program throughout the school district.
• Assists in the development of the budget for maintenance, custodial and grounds services and recommends for purchase necessary equipment and supplies.
• Assists with preparation of bid specifications and maintains inventory controls for custodial, maintenance and grounds supplies and equipment.
• Creates an annual department budget, as well as long-term budgetary planning in collaboration with the Business Office for district wide capital project needs.
• Serves as a member of the District's Administrative team, supporting the management, development and implementation of the District-wide plans, policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains files for all buildings, including blueprints, plans, specifications, contracts, bids and other pertinent information relative to building construction, maintenance and operation.
• Oversees building security measures through proper documentation and distribution of external keys, electronic access systems, and other technology-related internal and external security systems in partnership with the Technology Department.
• Supervises and inspects work performed by outside contractors and verifies that the contract terms have been fulfilled.
• Establishes safety standards and procedures to comply with federal, state and local regulations, including on-going safety-related training.
• Attend School Board meetings as needed, to professionally address the Board regarding facilities, maintenance and operations activities for the District.
• Actively participates in Facility Committee meetings through the Board of Directors.
• Approves and submits payroll and other vouchers to the appropriate department for processing.
• Enforces and follows policies, rules and procedures of the school district.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPETENCIES

• Highly Organized
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Project Management
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Leadership
• Thoroughness
• Time Management

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• 12 month non-certified position
• Compensation as per the District's Act 93 Administrative Compensation Plan

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent in accordance with District guidelines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Yes