Executive Director, Property & Facilities Operations

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC); Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO / volunteer hours

Childcare discounts

Public transit passes

Tuition reimbursement

Free uniforms

Job summary

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is seeking a Director of Property Services to lead Property Services, Horticulture, Fleet and Laundry, guiding strategy and governance to ensure 24/7 safe, efficient operations in support of Tribal Operations and Gaming Enterprises.

You will oversee a team of about 100 full-time staff plus seasonal workers, manage budgets and major contracts, mentor leaders, and partner with Public Works to maintain infrastructure and safety programs in alignment with

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and governance capabilities.
• Experience directing large facilities/public works operations.
• Budgeting, capital planning, and policy implementation.

Responsibilities

• Proposes and implements long-term vision, strategy, and performance expectations for Property Services; aligns with SMSC priorities.
• Provides executive oversight of performance, safety, service quality and risk management.
• Manages departmental budgets, capital plans, and policy changes; ensures regulatory compliance.
• Owns key vendor relationships and approves major contracts; aligns vendor strategies with enterprise goals.
• Provides leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Property Services leaders and supports culture and engagement.
• Collaborates with Public Works to ensure continuity of service and leads safety and testing programs.
• Participates in internal and external work groups as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Budgeting

Vendor management

Safety programs

Strategic direction

Education

Post-secondary education in Public Works, Engineering or Facilities Management

10+ years progressive experience; 4+ years management in large-scale Facilities/Public Works

5+ years leadership of teams >50 employees

Job description

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is seeking a Director of Property Services to lead Property Services, Horticulture, Fleet and Laundry, guiding strategy and governance to ensure 24/7 safe, efficient operations in support of Tribal Operations and Gaming Enterprises.

You will oversee a team of about 100 full-time staff plus seasonal workers, manage budgets and major contracts, mentor leaders, and partner with Public Works to maintain infrastructure and safety programs in alignment with