Facilities Director, Schools – Buildings & Grounds

Hazel Crest School District 152.5; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life, health, and dental insurance

Job summary

Hazel Crest School District 152.5 seeks a Director of Buildings and Grounds to lead facilities operations, safety, and long-term stewardship of all district buildings, grounds, and mechanical systems. This senior role oversees construction, maintenance, budgeting, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance to support a high-quality learning environment.

The position requires flexibility, on-call readiness for emergencies, and the ability to manage complex projects with architects, contractors,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; college coursework preferred.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in building construction management.
• Minimum 3 years planning or managing physical facilities.
• Experience leading high-performing teams in facilities or construction environments.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical manuals.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead custodial and maintenance staff to high performance.
• Oversee all construction, renovation, and capital projects.
• Direct districtwide buildings and grounds operations.
• Develop and manage long-term maintenance schedules.
• Manage budget and vendor relations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Provide in-service training and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Facility management

Reading blueprints

Facilities safety

Budgeting

Contractor coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Advanced coursework in Buildings and Grounds

Tools

Blueprints

HVAC knowledge

Facilities management software

Job description

Hazel Crest School District 152.5 seeks a Director of Buildings and Grounds to lead facilities operations, safety, and long-term stewardship of all district buildings, grounds, and mechanical systems. This senior role oversees construction, maintenance, budgeting, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance to support a high-quality learning environment.

The position requires flexibility, on-call readiness for emergencies, and the ability to manage complex projects with architects, contractors,