Director of Facilities and Construction

Shenandoah County Public Schools; Woodstock (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Virginia is seeking a Coordinator of School & Community Relations. This role involves managing facilities maintenance, overseeing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in maintenance or construction, with a preference for those holding a degree in engineering or a related field. The position is full-time, requiring strong supervisory expertise.

Qualifications

• Five to ten years experience in the maintenance and/or construction field with supervision and management experience required.
• Successful experience in construction supervision and multi-craft knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage preventive maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
• Develop budgets for all operations and maintenance of school facilities.
• Oversee a portfolio of capital projects in excess of $5 million annually.
• Assure compliance with regulations regarding building and facility operation.
• Supervise and evaluate performance of maintenance personnel.

Skills

Experience in maintenance and construction

Supervision and management

Inventory control

Cost accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction or project management

Job description

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Coordinator of School & Community Relations at Shenandoah County Public Schools

Overview

This position entails administrative work involving long range planning, contract and construction management, the development of physical facilities, and the management and coordination of the maintenance of buildings (approximately 1 million square feet) and grounds of all school owned properties. The incumbent acts as the administrative liaison to senior leadership for all items related to the maintenance of school board facilities and any related construction. The incumbent should demonstrate knowledge of practical, theoretical, regulatory, and operational aspects that govern construction, facilities maintenance, and custodial operations.

Responsibilities

• Directs personnel in providing a program of preventive maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment, including work orders, work order priorities, and inspection of work completed;
• Assists the Division Superintendent in developing budgets for all operations and maintenance of school facilities, including capital improvements;
• Manages the execution of an annual operating budget and oversees a portfolio of capital projects in excess of $5 million annually;
• Develops specifications, solicits bids, and analyzes submissions for operations and services department which include reroofing, custodial supplies, pest control, equipment, paving, fuel, oil, etc.;
• Secures and supervises all maintenance services performed by outside organizations;
• Inspects schools and works with building administrators in areas of maintenance and operation of school facilities;
• Establishes work order priorities in school operation and maintenance;
• Supervises work and evaluates performance of maintenance personnel;
• Assists the Division Superintendent to formulate and recommend policies, procedures, and standards and practices to be followed in maintenance and operation of facilities;
• Assures school division compliance with AHERA and other state and federal regulations regarding building and facility operation, including ADA, VDH, NFC, and applicable codes;
• Assumes responsibility for reviewing applications, interviewing, and making recommendations for staffing of maintenance workers;
• Assists building administrators in the joint supervision of school custodial staff;
• Attends School Board Meetings and prepares reports as requested by the Division Superintendent;
• Takes precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies;
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and Operations in accordance with school/system policies and practices;
• Other duties as assigned by the division superintendent.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of all maintenance workers.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Five to ten years experience in the maintenance and/or construction field with supervision and management experience required.

Experience or responsibilities in the following areas is preferred: inventory control, cost accounting, budgeting, and record keeping.

Education and/or Experience

Graduate of an accredited college or university with bachelor’s degree preferred; preferably in engineering, construction or project management. Candidate must demonstrate successful experience in the area of construction supervision and evidence of multi-craft knowledge and proficiency in a variety of the building construction trades.

Terms of Employment

Administrative salary scale-Grade 1, 260 days per year. On call as needed by the Superintendent.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Primary and Secondary Education

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