Director of Buildings and Operations
Apply NowCompany: Brookfield-LaGrange Park School District 95
Location: La Grange Park, IL 60526
Description:
Position Type:
Administration
Date Posted:
11/15/2024
Location:
Brookfield LaGrange Park School District 95
Date Available:
07/01/2025
Closing Date:
12/31/2024Brookfield-LaGrange Park School District 95 seeks to fill the position of Buildings and Operations Director. Located in the communities of Brookfield and LaGrange Park, you will join a community that values the work of school staff; invests in its students and facilities; and is viewed as a "Great Place to Work". The facilities in District 95 are diverse in age but well maintained. They comprise three buildings: Brook Park Elementary, S.E. Gross Middle School, and a district office building. Each building has undergone extensive renovations recently, with two thirds of Brook Park being new construction. You will work with a team of experienced technicians in the maintenance department who work collaboratively and have extensive trade and construction knowledge. Daily custodian teams are established and work diligently to meet the needs of each school. Nightly cleaning is done through contracted services. You will join a team of administrators who have an established track record of getting things done and supporting the district's goals. Being a smaller district, your opinions and recommendations will have an immediate impact. Daily, you will know you have done great things for students and staff. Welcome to District 95!
Job description
Position Type:
Director of Buildings and Operations
Date Posted: 10/15/24
Location:
Brookfield LaGrange Park School District 95
Date Available:
No later than 07/01/2025, with a potential earlier start date available.
Determined in consultation with the candidate and the Board of Education
QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of five years of experience in construction management, administration, trades supervision or facility management with emphasis in facility management.
Direct supervisory experience preferred.
Highly collaborative, detail-oriented, articulate, and able to build strong relationships with all levels of staff and external audiences.
Experience with project management/work order systems, managing multiple trades, and ability to effectively manage and measure workflow and quality.
Strong planning, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities required.
Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills required.
Knowledgable in construction means and methods.
Knowledge of construction contracts and scopes of work.
Computer literate with skills in MS Office, Google, Scheduling Systems, and Building Automation Systems.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
A twelve-month employee with a regionally competitive salary to be established by the Board of Education based on experience and qualifications.
EVALUATION:
The Superintendent will serve as the evaluator with the evaluation incorporating performance goals.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Department Leadership:
To plan, direct and manage all physical operations of the school district with a emphasis on safety and security.
Management of capital construction projects and major renovations, systematic maintenance and improvement of all buildings, grounds, infrastructure, and facilities.
Develop and execute short- and long-range objectives as well as comprehensive cost control systems, monitor application of resources, project and service evaluation.
Personnel Management:
Coordinates and supervises the maintenance, grounds and custodial work of the District schools and related facilities.
Responsible for department personnel selection and efficiency management within established personnel policies and budgetary resources.
Recruits, screens, recommends for hiring, assigns, and supervises all grounds and maintenance staff workers.
Maintains a training program for all staff members of the Department.
Supervises and evaluates all maintenance personnel.
Recommends the hiring of contractors to perform maintenance and/or repair services.
Monitors the work of the custodians and communicates expectations.
Purchasing and Budget Management:
Manages division budget and oversees capital construction program including; concept development, detailed design, budget development and cost estimating, construction specifications and inspection, coordination of bid process, cost and project management, and quality control.
Monitors and manages any identified or potential Life/Safety Work for the District.
Obtains bids and makes recommendations for the purchase of supplies and services necessary for the operation of the district.
Estimates cost of repair projects in terms of labor, materials, and overhead. Performs cost analysis for repair vs. replacement.
Project, Maintenance and Repair Management:
Managing preventive and routine maintenance
Maintains the physical school facilities in a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness, and safety.
Have a functional knowledge of HVAC systems.
Establishes and administers schedules and procedures for the regular ongoing maintenance care of all district schools and office facilities.
Inspects and maintains fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers and security systems on a regularly scheduled basis.
Establishes and recommends priorities on repair projects in consultation with the Assistant Superintendent for Business.
Supervises the maintenance and repair of all District owned vehicles and equipment
Works with the Superintendent in establishing, recommending, and controlling the budget for operations and building purposes.
Maintains schedule of work for each individual building, distributes necessary supplies, and inspects each building regularly.
All other tasks to support a successful and safe environment for all staff and students.
Administration
Date Posted:
11/15/2024
Location:
Brookfield LaGrange Park School District 95
Date Available:
07/01/2025
Closing Date:
12/31/2024Brookfield-LaGrange Park School District 95 seeks to fill the position of Buildings and Operations Director. Located in the communities of Brookfield and LaGrange Park, you will join a community that values the work of school staff; invests in its students and facilities; and is viewed as a "Great Place to Work". The facilities in District 95 are diverse in age but well maintained. They comprise three buildings: Brook Park Elementary, S.E. Gross Middle School, and a district office building. Each building has undergone extensive renovations recently, with two thirds of Brook Park being new construction. You will work with a team of experienced technicians in the maintenance department who work collaboratively and have extensive trade and construction knowledge. Daily custodian teams are established and work diligently to meet the needs of each school. Nightly cleaning is done through contracted services. You will join a team of administrators who have an established track record of getting things done and supporting the district's goals. Being a smaller district, your opinions and recommendations will have an immediate impact. Daily, you will know you have done great things for students and staff. Welcome to District 95!
Job description
Position Type:
Director of Buildings and Operations
Date Posted: 10/15/24
Location:
Brookfield LaGrange Park School District 95
Date Available:
No later than 07/01/2025, with a potential earlier start date available.
Determined in consultation with the candidate and the Board of Education
QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of five years of experience in construction management, administration, trades supervision or facility management with emphasis in facility management.
Direct supervisory experience preferred.
Highly collaborative, detail-oriented, articulate, and able to build strong relationships with all levels of staff and external audiences.
Experience with project management/work order systems, managing multiple trades, and ability to effectively manage and measure workflow and quality.
Strong planning, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities required.
Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills required.
Knowledgable in construction means and methods.
Knowledge of construction contracts and scopes of work.
Computer literate with skills in MS Office, Google, Scheduling Systems, and Building Automation Systems.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
A twelve-month employee with a regionally competitive salary to be established by the Board of Education based on experience and qualifications.
EVALUATION:
The Superintendent will serve as the evaluator with the evaluation incorporating performance goals.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Department Leadership:
To plan, direct and manage all physical operations of the school district with a emphasis on safety and security.
Management of capital construction projects and major renovations, systematic maintenance and improvement of all buildings, grounds, infrastructure, and facilities.
Develop and execute short- and long-range objectives as well as comprehensive cost control systems, monitor application of resources, project and service evaluation.
Personnel Management:
Coordinates and supervises the maintenance, grounds and custodial work of the District schools and related facilities.
Responsible for department personnel selection and efficiency management within established personnel policies and budgetary resources.
Recruits, screens, recommends for hiring, assigns, and supervises all grounds and maintenance staff workers.
Maintains a training program for all staff members of the Department.
Supervises and evaluates all maintenance personnel.
Recommends the hiring of contractors to perform maintenance and/or repair services.
Monitors the work of the custodians and communicates expectations.
Purchasing and Budget Management:
Manages division budget and oversees capital construction program including; concept development, detailed design, budget development and cost estimating, construction specifications and inspection, coordination of bid process, cost and project management, and quality control.
Monitors and manages any identified or potential Life/Safety Work for the District.
Obtains bids and makes recommendations for the purchase of supplies and services necessary for the operation of the district.
Estimates cost of repair projects in terms of labor, materials, and overhead. Performs cost analysis for repair vs. replacement.
Project, Maintenance and Repair Management:
Managing preventive and routine maintenance
Maintains the physical school facilities in a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness, and safety.
Have a functional knowledge of HVAC systems.
Establishes and administers schedules and procedures for the regular ongoing maintenance care of all district schools and office facilities.
Inspects and maintains fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers and security systems on a regularly scheduled basis.
Establishes and recommends priorities on repair projects in consultation with the Assistant Superintendent for Business.
Supervises the maintenance and repair of all District owned vehicles and equipment
Works with the Superintendent in establishing, recommending, and controlling the budget for operations and building purposes.
Maintains schedule of work for each individual building, distributes necessary supplies, and inspects each building regularly.
All other tasks to support a successful and safe environment for all staff and students.