Facilities Director & Building Management

Bethel International; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Bethel International in Columbus, OH, seeks a part-time Facilities Director to manage custodial staff, coordinate volunteers, and partner with church leadership on daily operations and long-term facility needs. This on-site role oversees safety, cleanliness, and presentation of Bethel’s buildings and grounds, with responsibilities including vendor management, reports for Trustees, and after-hours coverage.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of building systems, the ability to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• Commitment to Bethel's inclusive mission.
• Knowledge of building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb ladders safely.
• Willingness to complete background and drug testing.
• Experience in facilities management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the custodian.
• Create reports and recommendations for staff and Trustees on facility needs.
• Recruit and organize volunteer teams for property care inside and outside the church.
• Manage custodial supply inventory and ordering.
• Oversee setup and breakdown for meetings, events, and worship.
• Ensure daily closing procedures (lights, doors, alarms) are followed.
• Oversee building and grounds safety.
• Conduct and manage inspections (fire extinguishers, alarms, kitchen equipment).
• Maintain and upgrade safety/security systems in collaboration with Trustees.
• Oversee landscaping, mowing, grounds cleanup, snow removal, and parking lot upkeep.
• Coordinate volunteers for gardening and beautification projects.
• Manage contracts for HVAC, pest control, snow removal, carpet cleaning, etc.
• Perform routine repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain equipment manuals, warranties, and schematics.
• Keep an updated list of approved contractors and vendors.
• Provide monthly maintenance reports, including costs.
• Get estimates and manage contracts for larger projects.
• Work within the approved budget and seek approval for unbudgeted expenses.

Skills

Communication skills

People skills

Job description

The Facilities Director will manage custodial staff, coordinate volunteer teams, and work closely with church leadership to maintain both day-to-day operations and long-term facility needs. This position is for on-site work, with flexibility in scheduling, but requires some evening and/or weekend hours . The Facilities Director oversees the maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and overall presentation of Bethel’s buildings and grounds.

• Takes pride in keeping spaces clean, safe, and inviting.
• Has hands-on skills in general maintenance and repair (electrical, plumbing, basic carpentry).
• Can coordinate vendors and contractors to keep projects on time and on budget.
• Enjoys both leading a team and pitching in to get the job done.
• Is proactive — spotting issues before they become problems.
• Can communicate clearly with staff, volunteers, building partners, and guests.
• Is comfortable balancing routine tasks with unexpected needs.
• Shares Bethel’s mission as an inclusive, multicultural church.

Facilities Oversight

• Supervise and direct the custodian.
• Create reports and recommendations for staff and Trustees on facility needs.
• Recruit and organize volunteer teams for property care inside and outside the church.
• Manage custodial supply inventory and ordering.
• Oversee setup and breakdown for meetings, events, and worship.
• Ensure daily closing procedures (lights, doors, alarms) are followed.

Safety & Security

• Oversee building and grounds safety.
• Conduct and manage inspections (fire extinguishers, alarms, kitchen equipment).
• Maintain and upgrade safety/security systems in collaboration with Trustees.

Grounds Maintenance

• Oversee landscaping, mowing, grounds cleanup, snow removal, and parking lot upkeep.
• Coordinate with volunteers for gardening and beautification projects.
• Manage contracts for HVAC, pest control, snow removal, carpet cleaning, etc.
• Perform routine repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain equipment manuals, warranties, and schematics.
• Keep an updated list of approved contractors and vendors.

Collaboration with Trustees

• Ensure proper insurance coverage.
• Provide monthly maintenance reports, including costs.Get estimates and manage contracts for larger projects.
• Work within the approved budget and seek approval for unbudgeted expenses.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission and vision of an inclusive, multicultural church.
• Knowledge of building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs and climb ladders safely.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Willingness to complete background and drug testing.
• Experience in facilities management preferred.

Additional Considerations

Must be able to work independently and respond promptly to facility needs.

Evening and weekend flexibility preferred.

Candidates with diverse cultural or language backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Help connect Bethel with the diverse communities of northwest Columbus, fostering relationships and creating opportunities for service and growth in this part-time role.

This part-time roll encourages the use your creativity and technical skill to make worship more engaging, beautiful, and accessible for all.