Under general direction, is responsible for administrative, managerial level work, planning and directing the department's maintenance and property control operations, including central supply and building services. Responsibilities include the development of procedures and systems to manage and maintain department buildings, equipment, supply inventories, and security personnel. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
Central Library - 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX (78205)
Work Hours
This position requires a flexible schedule, including availability for evenings and weekends.
- Prepares and monitors the division's annual budget.
- Performs frequent site inspections of buildings and facilities, which includes sitting, kneeling, and reaching to detect the need for changes and improvements.
- Develops and maintains inventory control and monitoring procedures.
- Controls the acquisition and allocation of space in assigned facilities.
- Coordinates security operations for all assigned facilities.
- Coordinates the implementation of departmental capital improvements.
- Prepares all purchase requisitions.
- Consults with Chiefs and Division Heads to resolve supply, equipment, and maintenance problems.
- Prepares reviews and presents reports to Department management.
- Develops plans, drawings, and/or schematics for new construction and renovation projects.
- Coordinates activities with other divisions and outside agencies.
- Reviews architectural drawings and plans for building improvements and repairs.
- Manages the receipt and distribution of equipment and supplies to all facilities and operations.
- Manages the maintenance and cleaning of department buildings and grounds.
- Develops work schedules and assignments for staff members.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in facility operations management or supervisory responsibility in a large, decentralized system.
Preferred Qualifications
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License OR valid driver's license from another state with the ability to obtain a valid Texas Driver's License within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Use of your own personal vehicle may at times be required and proof of Liability Insurance will be required.
- Experience with facilities operations planning, standard development, and resource allocation.
- Experience with custodial services, equipment, and cleaning procedures.
- Familiarity with building maintenance, repair, and security operations.
- Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
- Knowledge of general inventory and stock control procedures
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical standards required by the Infection Control Committee (depending on assigned department).
- Knowledge of real estate transactions and current market evaluation procedures.
- Knowledge of project management techniques and procedures.
- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures in the workplace.
- Skill in utilizing basic office equipment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
- Ability to develop, interpret, and execute contractual agreements.
- Ability to develop plans, procedures, and work schedules.
- Ability to analyze and project long-range equipment and facility needs.
- Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
- Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment with occasional visits to outdoor construction sites including exposure to hazardous materials, flammable liquids, dust, unfavorable fumes, high noise levels, temperature extremes, and damp/wet surfaces.