BUILDING & GROUNDS OFFICER

RI Council 94; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

RI Council 94 seeks a Building & Grounds Officer to supervise maintenance, repair, and construction programs for facilities under the Division of Facilities Management. The role oversees staff, vendors, and contractors to ensure safety, code compliance, and efficient operation.

You will approve invoices, prepare cost estimates, and assist in purchasing and contracts, with emphasis on energy management and indoor air quality.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of building services and mechanical equipment.
• Working knowledge of fire, health and safety standards and codes.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and review work for conformance to objectives and policies.
• Experience supervising staff, vendors and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and implement a comprehensive operations, maintenance, repair and construction program for facilities.
• Direct supervision of facilities personnel, including vendors and contractors.
• Inspect and ensure conformance to plans, specifications, contracts and codes.
• Oversee boilers and HVAC maintenance programs within the division.
• Prepare cost estimates, vouchers, and approvals for payments.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

HVAC systems

Contract management

Safety standards

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

## BUILDING & GROUNDS OFFICERApply: William E Powers Office Building: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 3, 2026 (9 days left to apply): JR103800# **Department**Department of Administration# **Division**Building/Grounds Maintenance# **Salary**$73,601.00 - $83,096.00# **Job Profile**JC-02545500-62 - Building & Grounds Officer (Association of RI State Supervisors)# **Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours****Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM.** **Position is within the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance.** **Standard 35.0 hours.** **Restricted/Limited to the leave of the prior incumbent.** # **Job Requisition Number**JR103800 BUILDING & GROUNDS OFFICER (Open)# **Pay Grade**C00828 A# **Classification**Building & Grounds Officer# **Class Definition****GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:** To be responsible for supervising and implementing a comprehensive operations, maintenance, repair and construction program, which encompasses assigned facilities under the jurisdiction of the Division of Facilities Management; and to do related work as required.**SUPERVISION RECEIVED:** Works under the general supervision of a superior with some latitude for the exercise of independent judgment; work is reviewed to ensure compliance with instructions and conformance to standards and procedures.**SUPERVISION EXERCISED:** Organizes, coordinates, directs, supervises and reviews the work of the assistant, building heads and internal maintenance staff vendors.**ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:*** To be responsible for supervising and implementing a comprehensive operations, maintenance, repair and construction program, which encompasses assigned facilities under the jurisdiction of the Division of Facilities Management* To be responsible for the overall direction and direct supervision of facilities personnel engaged in the operation, maintenance and construction repair of assigned buildings under the jurisdiction of the division.* To supervise and inspect vendors’ and contractors’ work to insure conformance to plans and specifications, contracts and codes.* To be responsible for the supervision of a comprehensive maintenance program on boilers and HVAC systems in the assigned buildings, under the division’s jurisdiction.* To oversee facilities project conformance with the Division of Purchases procedures.* To supervise and review the work of a maintenance staff.* To assist in formulating building service contracts and Master Price Agreements.* To formulate vouchers, work orders, requisitions and purchase orders and to review and approve invoices for payment.* To assist appropriate divisional personnel in preparing a Capitol Development Program in regard to renovations, construction and maintenance repairs.* To prepare cost estimates for repairs and maintenance projects.* To monitor building compliance with various certification and inspection requirements including fire alarm, fire extinguisher, elevator, boiler, etc.* To monitor indoor air quality and undertake proper corrective and preventative measures.* To monitor building security and maintain security systems and procedures as required.* To implement and monitor energy management and conservation programs.* To prepare a yearly work program and assist in formulating agency policies and programs.* To do related work as required**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:****KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES:** A thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, materials and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of building services and mechanical equipment, and the ability to apply such knowledge to a group of state-operated facilities; a working knowledge of appropriate fire, health and safety standards and codes; the ability to review construction plans, specifications and cost estimates; the ability to plan, coordinate and review the work of others for conformance to prescribed objectives and policies; the ability to deal effectively with superiors, subordinates, vendors and contractors; the ability to supervise the activities of the agency, as required; the ability to prepare clear and concise oral and written reports; and related capacities and abilities.**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:****Education:** Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a senior high school; and**Experience:** Such as may have been gained through: employment in a position involving the inspection of building construction with some supervisory responsibility in the field of building operation and maintenance including the maintenance of related fiscal and clerical records.**Or,** any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.**SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:**1. At the time of appointment, must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate; and2. Must possess and maintain a valid Rhode Island driver’s license as a condition of employment.# **Supplemental Information**In addition to the duties established under the Building and Grounds Officer classification, this position will provide dedicated administrative and operational support to the Chief Property Manager and Deputy Chief Property Manager in the coordination and management of purchasing, contracts, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) compliance, requisitions, purchase orders, and vendor invoicing associated with facility operations, maintenance, repairs, and projects. The position will serve as a primary coordination point between Property Management staff, DCAMM administrative personnel, the Division of Purchases, MBE/DEDI Compliance, vendors, contractors, and other appropriate parties to ensure procurement and payment activities are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with State requirements. The primary purpose of these supplemental duties is to establish one accountable point of coordination for Property Management's procurement and contract administration workflow. The position is intended to reduce administrative delays, improve visibility of outstanding actions, ensure required documentation is complete, and allow the Chief Property Manager and Deputy Chief to concentrate on operational and management responsibilities while maintaining direct oversight of purchasing and contractual activities. The position would coordinate and administer the process rather than replace the approval authority of the Chief Property Manager, Deputy Chief, Division of Purchases, MBE/DEDI, fiscal staff, or other authorized officials.