Director of Facilities Maintenance and Parks

County of Del Norte, CA; Crescent City (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Del Norte, CA is seeking a Director of Facilities Maintenance and Parks to lead the maintenance, repair, and long-range planning of county facilities and parks. The role oversees all department operations, budget administration, safety compliance, and staff supervision to ensure safe, functional public facilities.

You will direct capital projects, coordinate with other agencies, and report to the Board of Supervisors.

Qualifications

• High school graduation required; college-level coursework or a degree in related field desirable.
• Five years of increasing responsibility in building or facility maintenance with at least three years in supervision.
• Specialized training or certifications in building systems, facility management, project management or parks maintenance desirable.
• Knowledge of codes, regulations, and safety standards relevant to public-sector facilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops, directs, and implements departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards aligned with County priorities.
• Plans, organizes, and oversees the operations of Building Facilities Maintenance and Parks, including facility maintenance, custodial services, parks maintenance and operations, groundskeeping, preventative maintenance, and long-range infrastructure and capital improvement planning.
• Directs and participates in capital improvement and construction-related activities, including project planning, design review, cost estimating, scheduling, permitting, contractor procurement and coordination, inspection, and project closeout.
• Prepares and oversees multi-year maintenance, replacement, and refurbishment plans to maintain safe, functional, and accessible County facilities and parks.
• Administers and monitors the departmental operating budget and capital project budgets where applicable, ensuring accurate forecasting, expenditure control, and identification of cost-saving opportunities.
• Negotiates, administers, and enforces contracts and service agreements related to facility repair, construction, parks maintenance, custodial services, and specialized building systems.
• In accordance with County policy, oversees procurement activities and ensures effective management of departmental assets, equipment, tools, vehicles, and supplies.
• Provides leadership, direction, training, and evaluation for departmental staff; conducts hiring processes; manages performance; and administers discipline as necessary.
• Ensures proper enforcement of safety procedures and compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards governing building systems, maintenance practices, parks operations, and workplace safety.
• Coordinates with County departments, contractors, regulatory agencies, community partners, and outside organizations to support project delivery, operational needs, and shared service objectives.
• Responds to emergency and after-hours facility issues, ensuring timely resolution of safety hazards, system failures, and critical maintenance needs.
• Ensures compliance with applicable state and federal reporting requirements, including CERS, air quality mandates, water board regulations, and other environmental or regulatory programs related to County facilities and parks.
• Prepares and presents clear and concise reports, recommendations, and agenda items for the Board of Supervisors, committees, and other governmental bodies.
• Maintains accurate records and reporting on departmental operations, maintenance activities, projects, and regulatory compliance.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Board of Supervisors consistent with the responsibilities of a department head.

Skills

Leadership & Management

Analytical Skills

Project & Operations Management

Budgeting & Fiscal Management

Written & Oral Communication

Emergency Response & Safety

Policy & Procedure Development

Interpersonal & Relationship Building

Education

Related field degree desirable (construction management / public administration / facility management / engineering / parks administration)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Director of Facilities Maintenance and Parks

Annual Salary Range DOE - $94,468- $132,926

This position serves as a department head at the discretion of the Board of Supervisors and has responsibility for the maintenance and long-range repair and planning of County facilities, as well as department level administrative responsibility and management of the Facilities Maintenance and Parks Department. Under general policy direction of the Board of Supervisors, the incumbent is responsible for accomplishing departmental goals and objectives, supervising staff and programs, administering the department budget, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the department. The incumbent plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the maintenance, repair, alteration and janitorial activities and operations associated with the care of County buildings, grounds, parks and recreational facilities to ensure safe, functional, and well-maintained public facilities.

Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list, it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Develops, directs, and implements departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards aligned with County priorities.
• Plans, organizes, and oversees the operations of Building Facilities Maintenance and Parks, including facility maintenance, custodial services, parks maintenance and operations, groundskeeping, preventative maintenance, and long-range infrastructure and capital improvement planning.
• Directs and participates in capital improvement and construction-related activities, including project planning, design review, cost estimating, scheduling, permitting, contractor procurement and coordination, inspection, and project closeout.
• Prepares and oversees multi-year maintenance, replacement, and refurbishment plans to maintain safe, functional, and accessible County facilities and parks.
• Administers and monitors the departmental operating budget and capital project budgets where applicable, ensuring accurate forecasting, expenditure control, and identification of cost‑saving opportunities.
• Negotiates, administers, and enforces contracts and service agreements related to facility repair, construction, parks maintenance, custodial services, and specialized building systems.
• In accordance with County policy, oversees procurement activities and ensures effective management of departmental assets, equipment, tools, vehicles, and supplies.
• Provides leadership, direction, training, and evaluation for departmental staff; conducts hiring processes; manages performance; and administers discipline as necessary.
• Ensures proper enforcement of safety procedures and compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards governing building systems, maintenance practices, parks operations, and workplace safety.
• Coordinates with County departments, contractors, regulatory agencies, community partners, and outside organizations to support project delivery, operational needs, and shared service objectives.
• Responds to emergency and after-hours facility issues, ensuring timely resolution of safety hazards, system failures, and critical maintenance needs.
• Ensures compliance with applicable state and federal reporting requirements, including CERS, air quality mandates, water board regulations, and other environmental or regulatory programs related to County facilities and parks.
• Prepares and presents clear and concise reports, recommendations, and agenda items for the Board of Supervisors, committees, and other governmental bodies.
• Maintains accurate records and reporting on departmental operations, maintenance activities, projects, and regulatory compliance.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Board of Supervisors consistent with the responsibilities of a department head.Supervisory responsibilities
  This position has overall administrative responsibility for the County’s Facilities Maintenance and Parks Department, including but not limited to supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all County policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, recommend for hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education & Experience

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Graduation from high school or equivalent is required; college-level coursework or a degree in construction management, public or business administration, facility management, engineering, parks administration, or a closely related field is desirable.

AND

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in building or facility maintenance, construction management, parks operations, or public works functions, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or management capacity.

Specialized training or certifications in building systems, facility management, construction inspection, project management, or parks maintenance are desirable.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

Knowledge

Work involves complex professional, administrative, and managerial responsibilities requiring independent judgment and strong analytical skills. Errors in judgment may result in facility failures, financial loss, service disruption, safety hazards, or adverse impacts to County operations and public access.

Administrative and Organizational Management: Working knowledge of strategic planning, program development, policy implementation, performance standards, and employee supervision.

Facilities and Infrastructure: Working knowledge of building systems, facility maintenance practices, construction methods, parks operations, landscaping standards, and preventative maintenance programs.

Codes and Compliance: Knowledge of codes, regulations, and industry standards related to building maintenance, construction, workplace safety, environmental requirements, and accessibility compliance.

Contract and Project Management: Knowledge of contract administration, procurement practices, project management methods, and consultant and contractor oversight.

Budget and Fiscal Management: Knowledge of budget development, fiscal management, capital planning, cost estimation, and expenditure monitoring.

Human Resources Management: Knowledge of personnel practices and policies related to hiring, training, staff development, performance evaluation, and progressive discipline.

Leadership and Management: Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership and management, including experience working within cross‑functional internal and external teams.

Regulatory Framework: Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations relevant to the work performed and to public‑sector operations.

Current Trends: Awareness of current literature, trends, and developments in management, facilities administration, and major departmental issues.

Budgeting Principles: Knowledge of the principles and practices of budget preparation, administration, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Skills & Abilities

Analytical Skills: Skill in analyzing complex administrative, technical, and operational issues; evaluating alternatives; and recommending effective, data‑supported solutions.

Project and Operations Management: Skill in planning, coordinating, and managing multiple projects and departmental functions with competing deadlines and limited resources.

Supervision and Team Leadership: Skill in supervising, motivating, and developing staff and fostering a positive, accountable, and safety‑oriented organizational culture.

Policy and Procedure Development: Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls to ensure efficient and compliant operations.

Written Communication: Skill in preparing clear, concise reports, correspondence, Board agenda items, budget documents, and project‑related materials.

Oral Communication: Ability to communicate effectively in group and individual settings, including delivering presentations to the Board of Supervisors, committees, and community groups.

Proposal and Grant Writing: Skill in responding to requests for proposals and grants with clear, concise, and persuasive written communication.

Interpersonal Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, architects, contractors, developers, business leaders, supervisors, employees, and the general public.

Relationship Building: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, other public agencies and tribal governments, private organizations, media outlets, and the general public.

Judgment and Adaptability: Ability to exercise independent judgment within broad policy guidelines and adapt to changing priorities, emergencies, and resource constraints.

Emergency Response: Ability to respond promptly and effectively to urgent or emergency situations related to County facilities outside normal business hours.

Technical Proficiency: Skill in using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and email platforms for document creation, data management, presentations, and communication.

Confidentiality: Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information to uphold organizational integrity and trust.