District Facilities Operations Manager

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a Facilities Operations leader to manage building operations for about 30 locations. The role oversees HR processes, labor relations, compliance with federal and state laws, and performance of quality assurance activities.

You will coordinate budgets, vendor relations, training, and emergency response, driving strategic facility plans and ensuring district goals align with equity and student success.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) or more years of related experience to include managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead direct report personnel including hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, corrective actions, investigations, terminations, and unemployment hearings according to HR guidelines.
• Enforce labor agreements and department procedures; respond to level one grievances; participate in labor negotiations and arbitration hearings.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Workers Compensation, HIPAA) and Board policies.
• Assist in Quality Assurance and Quality Control practices; provide status reports on building conditions and QA results.
• Develop and implement short and long term goals; set strategic direction for district building operations; plan improvements in facilities.
• Serve as liaison for school leaders on facility issues; support DPS Facility Use Agreement and Shared Campus Plan.
• Work with vendors to evaluate and procure products and equipment; manage budget and financial reports.
• Instruct training courses; develop staff leadership potential; respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis.
• Perform other duties or special projects as required.

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking a Facilities Operations leader to manage building operations for about 30 locations. The role oversees HR processes, labor relations, compliance with federal and state laws, and performance of quality assurance activities.

You will coordinate budgets, vendor relations, training, and emergency response, driving strategic facility plans and ensuring district goals align with equity and student success.