Director of Operations & Facilities Leadership

Denver Botanic Gardens; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Disability insurance

EAP

Job summary

Denver Botanic Gardens is seeking a Director of Operations to lead all facilities and operational infrastructure, including budgeting, safety, and sustainability. The role requires extensive leadership experience in facilities management and capital project oversight.

The position emphasizes coordinating with the City and County of Denver, ISO compliance, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for visitors and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, construction management, engineering, business or related field.
• Ten or more years of progressively responsible supervisory or managerial experience in facilities operations.
• Experience with contract and project management, security, irrigation, budgeting, and capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Directs the planning, development, management, and oversight of Operations budgets.
• Provides leadership for Operations staffing including recruitment, training, supervision, performance management, coaching, recognition, and corrective action.
• Directs all Operations functions: HVAC, carpentry, facility and grounds maintenance, housekeeping, security, irrigation, water features, and supporting systems.
• Ensures facilities operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while delivering an exceptional visitor experience.
• Leads capital repairs and equipment replacement and CIP/CIF projects.
• Develops relationships with City and County of Denver for CIP, permitting, inspections.
• Oversees construction projects and coordinates with external agencies.
• Manages emergency responses and disaster preparedness.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Contract management

Facilities operations

ISO/EMS knowledge

Emergency preparedness

Communication

Safety compliance

MS 365 proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in facilities management or related field

Job description

Denver Botanic Gardens is seeking a Director of Operations to lead all facilities and operational infrastructure, including budgeting, safety, and sustainability. The role requires extensive leadership experience in facilities management and capital project oversight.

The position emphasizes coordinating with the City and County of Denver, ISO compliance, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for visitors and staff.