District Facilities Director

Merrimack Valley YMCA; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional nonprofit organization is looking for a Facilities Manager in Lawrence, MA, to oversee facility operations and maintenance for multiple YMCA locations. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in facility management, excellent budget management skills, and a commitment to community service. This role requires flexible scheduling and offers the opportunity to contribute to community strength and wellbeing.

Benefits

Commitment to community service

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in facility operations management.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage budgets.
• Considerable knowledge of maintenance and repair methods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities for Lawrence and Methuen YMCAs.
• Supervise maintenance staff and coordinate onsite projects.
• Manage capital plans and budgets.

Skills

Facility operations management

Budget management

Building maintenance knowledge

Emergency response

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Computer

Pool maintenance equipment

Job description

Position Summary
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The incumbent oversees all activities for Lawrence and Methuen YMCAs contracted services, procurement, building maintenance best practice, repair and oversight of renovations and/or construction of YMCA facilities.

Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. All employees are mandated reporters and will adhere to the requirements outlined in the Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Procedures. Per our commitment to a safe environment and youth protection, you must attend required CAP and Safety/Risk Management Trainings each year

Essential Functions

• Serve as the primary resource for all facilities and property management for the Lawrence and Methuen YMCAs.
• Supervise internal maintenance staff and coordinate and oversee all onsite projects at the Lawrence and Methuen YMCAs.
• Works with Executive Directors to develop and provide oversight to annual facility operating budgets.
• In conjunction with the Chief Operating Officer, responsible for development of short term and long range capital plans and the implementation of annual capital plan. Manages projects, including budget, bids, contracts, planning, designing and construction. Providing supervision of staff and contracted labor to ensure that projects are completed on time, on budget and that they adhere to the specifications of the design.
• Responsible for maintenance, repair, safety checks, policy compliance of all association vehicles.
• Oversees the maintenance and upkeep of the grounds of the Lawrence and Methuen YMCA, including trash removal, snow removal, and landscaping.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive annual inspection process for property. Establishes and enforces best practices to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, consistency, and longevity of all of our facilities.
• Supports pool maintenance operations at the Lawrence YMCA.
• Develops and oversees a preventative maintenance schedule for all systems.
• Inventories all equipment and systems on an annual basis.
• Ensures codes and regulations are adhered to at all times at YMCA facility on an ongoing basis.
• Evaluate YMCAs legal, regulatory, and internal safety standards, including hazardous materials usage, lock out / tag out, safety data sheets, etc. and implement consistent standards.
• Effectively manage emergency maintenance issues.
• Monitor energy efficiency of facilities and comply with association environmental and sustainability policies.
• Represents Facilities on Association Safety Committee.
• Serves as a member of Y management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA.
• Performs projects and assists in Association wide events as necessary as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader)
Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.
Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.
Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change, models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of demonstrated successful professional experience, knowledge and proficiency in regional/multi-site facility operations management / construction and planning, coordinating and directing the work of employees. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage budgets.
• Thorough knowledge of acceptable maintenance and repair in all phases of building maintenance.
• Considerable knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in maintenance of buildings and camps.
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, water systems, and other related codes as required by law and pertaining to YMCAs.
• Skill estimating cost and amount of materials needed for repair and maintenance of building structures and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. This position is on call 24 hours a day seven days a week.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
• Valid Driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
• Certified Pool Operator, boiler certifications, and CPR/AED required within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency procedures.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. Due to the nature of this position the employee may also be required to stand, walk on uneven surfaces, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.