Director Facilities Sample Job Description
A facilities director is a job role that is responsible for making sure that buildings and their services meet the needs of the people that work in them.
Summary
The Director manages and provides leadership in all aspects of the physical plant including capital planning and construction, owned and leased facilities, grounds, and utilities in accordance with the Agency’s strategic plan. Ensures that all facilities are maintained in accordance with all Federal, State, local and safety requirements. Manages the useful life and maintenance of all furniture, fixtures and equipment, and supports development initiatives by coordinating capital and maintenance projects as needed. The Director of Facilities will be responsible for the development and administration of capital and operating budgets in accordance with Agency policies and OPWDD regulations.
Job Results, Essential Functions & Measures of Success
Short and Long-Term Facilities Plans |
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Budgets that Support Agency Objectives |
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Legal & Regulatory Standards Met |
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Properaties Effectively Minimize Barriers to Program Delivery |
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Measures of Success
Supervisor’s observation that Director:
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Structure & Talent that Effectively & Efficiently Executes Strategic & Operational Priorities |
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Measures of Success
COO agrees that Director is effective in:
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Position Qualifications
Minimum Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Facilities Planning, Engineering or related field. A minimum of eight (8) years progressive facilities management and planning experience, property management or related area in a multi-building company, educational institution, hospital or other facility where regulatory/funder standards for programs were in effect. Experience with construction management through outside contractors; five years management experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
Other Skills/Knowledge/Experience
• Demonstrated ability in preparing and analyzing budgets and fiscal reports.
• Proficiency in planning, gathering, analyzing and presenting financial and management information to senior management.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and knowledge of local, state and Federal building codes.
• Excellent project planning and management skills. Proven experience supervising large projects and overseeing projects from conception to completion. Experience with budget-based project management.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills in a diverse environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for interface with individuals of differing knowledge levels (i.e. Company management, outside building owners, city government officials, vendors, contractors, etc.). Must have strong negotiation skills and presentation skills.
• Ability to write bid specifications, manage contractors and contract services; and ability to read blueprints, schematics, and construction specifications.
• Ability to build effective and productive relationships with program managers, appropriate administrators and staff at all levels regarding compliance with The Arc of Monroe County policies & procedures, building codes/permits, Agency approval processes, architectural reviews, state & federal guidelines, legal requirements and other administrative functions.
• Ability to challenge established methods and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of operations and systems while ensuring organizational culture, processes and legal requirements are not compromised.
• Ability to translate strategic direction into tactical planning with time, action, and proposed outcomes.