Director of Facilities & Parks Operations

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

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.