Director 1 - Facilities Operations

Sodexo; Tonganoxie, Northern (KS, KY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision care

Wellness programs

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a high-impact Facilities Operations Leader in Kansas to oversee all aspects of site facilities, ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency across systems. You will lead skilled teams, set direction, manage resources, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive performance and compliance.

You'll drive maintenance planning, emergency response, and system upgrades, mentor staff, and manage budgets and service contracts, contributing to a safe, client-focused environment and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities operations, including maintenance planning and systems oversight.
• Leadership background with the skillset to manage, develop, and engage both frontline and management-level staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Solid financial acumen and technical expertise to manage budgets, resources, and service contracts.
• Demonstrated skills to lead and coordinate projects, from upgrades to minor construction initiatives, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end facilities operations with strategic oversight for safety and efficiency.
• Manage and mentor a skilled team while shaping a workplace culture built on safety, service, and results.
• Oversee maintenance planning, emergency response, and system upgrades.
• Contribute to minor construction and improvement projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive innovation and contract success.
• Drive performance, compliance, and operational excellence.

Skills

Facilities operations leadership

Maintenance planning

Budget management

Staff development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

About the job

In this high-impact leadership role, you'll oversee the full spectrum of facilities operations at a single site, ensuring efficient maintenance, safety, and reliability across all systems. You'll guide skilled teams, manage key service areas, and collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive performance, compliance, and operational excellence.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range

$74290 - $96140

Incentive Eligibility

Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

What’s in it for you

• Lead end-to-end facilities operations where your strategic oversight keeps buildings running safely and efficiently.
• Manage and mentor a skilled team while shaping a workplace culture built on safety, service, and results.
• Play a central role in maintenance planning, emergency response, and system upgrades.
• Contribute to minor construction and improvement projects that enhance the built environment.
• Gain valuable exposure to core business operations, logistics, and integrated service delivery.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive innovation and ensure contract success.
• Be part of a purpose-driven organization that values leadership, continuous improvement, and operational impact.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience in facilities operations, including maintenance planning and systems oversight.
• Leadership background with the skillset to manage, develop, and engage both frontline and management-level staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Solid financial acumen and technical expertise to manage budgets, resources, and service contracts.
• Demonstrated skills to lead and coordinate projects, from upgrades to minor construction initiatives, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 5 years
• Related Experience: 5 years

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.