Facilities Director

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of St. Louis is hiring a Facilities Director to provide strategic and operational leadership for facilities, maintenance, safety, and capital projects across ministry services.

The director will oversee building operations, life safety and regulatory compliance, vendor management, budgets, and insurance administration, and support a safe, cost-effective environment for coworkers, residents/clients, programs, and visitors.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive facilities management or leadership experience.
• CFM, CHFM, or similar certifications preferred.
• Familiarity with faith-based or health/human services environments beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation, and evaluation of facilities services and safety standards.
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and construction activities with prioritization and resources.
• Advise leadership on lifecycle strategies, risk mitigation, and long-term planning.
• Coordinate vendor selection, contracting, and performance management.
• Supervise facilities staff and coordinate cross-functional work.

Skills

Facilities leadership

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting & cost control

Safety leadership

Job description

Catholic Charities of St. Louis is hiring a Facilities Director to provide strategic and operational leadership for all facilities, maintenance, environmental safety, and capital projects for various service lines ministry-wide. The director will oversee building operations, life safety and regulatory compliance, vendor and contract management, budgets and purchasing, fleet and insurance administration, and coworker development. The Facilities Director serves as the ministry’s Safety Officer (as applicable), ensuring OSHA, Joint Commission Environment of Care (EOC)/Life Safety, and other regulatory standards are met, while supporting a safe, reliable, and cost-effective environment for coworkers, residents/clients, programs, and visitors.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation, and evaluation of facilities services, programs, and operational policies, including maintenance, construction, and safety standards.
• Direct preventive maintenance, repairs, and construction activities, ensuring appropriate prioritization and resource allocation.
• Advise leadership on facility lifecycle strategies, risk mitigation, and long‑term planning; coordinate schedules and readiness for programs and events.
• Oversee all maintenance and construction operations across properties, including central plant/mechanical systems and automated controls.
• Conduct or oversee inspections of buildings, grounds, life‑safety systems, and major equipment; ensure timely, compliant repairs.
• Manage major maintenance and special projects and participate in on‑call and emergency‑response operations.
• Lead environmental health, safety, and security programs, including OSHA and other regulatory compliance.
• Track, document, and close out corrective actions from inspections, audits, and surveys to maintain ongoing readiness.
• Secure bids, prepare RFPs, and manage vendor selection, contracting, and performance.
• Oversee contractor and vendor work to ensure quality, safety, timeliness, and value.
• Coordinate project scopes, timelines, and logistics with Housing Directors, Building Administrators, and program leaders.
• Support budget development and monitor spending for facilities, maintenance, and capital projects.
• Review and approve invoices related to utilities, repairs, services, and materials.
• Maintain purchasing, inventory, and expense records; prepare operational and compliance reports.
• Maintain lifecycle inventories of equipment, tools, supplies, and appliances.
• Coordinate building and vehicle insurance issues, including claims and required documentation.
• Partner with IT to support facility‑related systems, network needs, and asset tracking.
• Ensure alignment between facilities, IT, and security functions for safe and reliable operations.
• Supervise facilities staff, assign workloads, and coordinate scheduling and coverage.
• Coordinate with Housing Directors, Building Administrators, and cross‑functional departments to align facility needs and service delivery.
• Support organizational needs through on‑call participation, emergency response, and other assigned duties.

Job Requirements

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 5 - 7 years of progressive experience in facilities management, building operations, or plant/maintenance leadership; 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• CFM, CHFM, or similar certifications preferred.
• Familiarity with faith-based or health/human services environments (e.g., Archdiocese Risk Management processes, Joint Commission standards).

Catholic Charities of St. Louis does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. Catholic Charities of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.