Director of Facilities – Uxbridge Public Schools

Uxbridge School District; Uxbridge (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Uxbridge Public Schools seeks a Director of Facilities to oversee maintenance, operations, construction and security across all school facilities, and to guide planning and implementation of capital improvements.

The role includes budgeting, policy compliance, vendor management, and leading a small team; start date November 2026; onboarding will ensure alignment with district goals and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Project management across maintenance and capital projects.
• Procurement and contract management for vendors and services.
• Budgeting and financial oversight for operating and capital budgets.
• Energy usage tracking and efficiency initiatives.
• Oversight of maintenance and custodial care of facilities.
• Ensure safety protocols and emergency readiness.
• Vendor performance management and compliance with contracts.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Procurement

Contract management

Energy tracking

Maintenance oversight

Safety protocols

Emergency response

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Facilities is responsible for maintenance, operations, construction and physical security of all school facilities as well as the planning and implementation of capital improvements to these facilities. The Director prepares annual operating and capital budgets, advocates for their approval and leads the Department with such established budgets. The incumbent ensures the facility needs of school principals and department leaders are met and they are treated as valued customers. Uxbridge Public Schools has (1) high school building, (1) intermediate school and (1) elementary school.

The duties of the Director of Facilities include project management, procurement and contract management, budgeting, energy tracking, oversight of maintenance and custodial care of facilities, safety protocols, and emergency response. The Director of Facilities supervises (3) UPS Maintenance FTE employees, (1) part-time administrative assistant, (1) part-time grounds employee, and seasonal personnel. Additionally, the Director of Facilities is responsible for the performance of all vendor/s contracted to complete maintenance, custodial and grounds work. The Director must set the example for the department and is expected to communicate expectations while leading the implementation of department and individual goals. The Director is accountable for ensuring that school facilities meet federal, state, and local regulations and that school and related activities are conducted in a safe, healthy, and clean environment.

Start date November 2026 (exact date to be determined).

Contact information:
Melissa Paquette, Human Resource Director
9 North Main Street
Uxbridge, Massachusetts 01569
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]