Facilities Management Director

Town of Mansfield; Mansfield (CT); On-site; USD 108,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Mansfield invites applications for the Facilities Management Director role. This exempt, full-time position leads the facilities department, oversees capital budgeting and capital projects, and builds collaboration with Town and School Departments and partner agencies.

Ideal candidates will craft a vision for facilities services and communicate it effectively, directing staff and operations in a municipal setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture/design, engineering, public administration or related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible facilities management experience, including supervisory work.
• Master's degree may substitute some of the required experience.
• Municipal or school setting experience highly desired.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the facilities department and capital project management.
• Develop and implement a clear vision for facilities operations and services.
• Collaborate with Town and School Departments and partner agencies.
• Oversee budgeting, staffing, maintenance programs, and compliance.

Skills

Capital budgeting

Staff leadership

Capital project administration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management / architecture / engineering / public administration

Master's degree preferred or substitute for experience

Job description

TOWN OF MANSFIELD

Position Announcement

Facilities Management Director

The Opportunity

The Town of Mansfield, Connecticut ( www.mansfieldct.gov ) and the Mansfield Public Schools are seeking an experienced leader to serve as their next Facilities Management Director. The ideal candidate will have extensive professional experience in the areas of capital budgeting, capital project administration, and leadership of staff. Additionally, candidates must be adept at establishing collaborative working relationships with Town and School Departments, staff members, and partner agencies. The selected applicant will be capable of creating a vision for the Facilities Management Department and skilled at communicating and implementing it effectively.

About Us

The Facilities Management Departmentis part of a shared services model,providing shared custodial and maintenance services to the Town of Mansfield, Mansfield Board of Education, Eastern Highlands Health District (main office), Downtown Partnership, and Mansfield Discovery Depot (a non-profit daycare). The Department provides capital projects management for Town and School buildings and facilities related infrastructure. Learn more about our Facilities Management Department here: https://www.mansfieldct.gov/166/Facilities-Management

Mansfield, with a population of approximately 26,000, is located in beautiful northeastern Connecticut. Home to the University of Connecticut and located less than an hour from Hartford and Providence, Mansfield offers a unique blend of urban (Downtown Storrs - www.mansfieldmdp.org ), suburban, and rural living in a vibrant university setting.Mansfield has a variety of cultural and educational offerings, numerous food and entertainment venues, as well as an abundance of natural resources ideal for activities such as hiking, cycling, and kayaking. Mansfield operates under a Council-Manager form of government, with the Town Manager serving as the Chief Executive Officer responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Town.

Work Schedule & Location

This is a full-time position scheduled at 40 hours per week. This is an exempt position eligible to earn compensatory time for hours worked in excess of 40 per week. The selected candidate will normally work five consecutive days, Mondays-Fridays. This position will occasionally perform evening, weekend, and holiday work to meet operational needs of the Department, Town, and Mansfield Public Schools.

The primary office for this position is located at the Audrey Beck Municipal Building, 4 South Eagleville Road, Mansfield.

Compensation

The salary range is $107,991 - $151,108/yr. The hiring rate of pay will depend upon the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. The Town of Mansfield provides an extremely competitive benefits package. Mansfield participates in the Connecticut Municipal Retirement System (CMERS), a defined benefit pension plan, a variety of other benefits such as medical, vision, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition assistance, paid vacation and holidays.

Training and Experience

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in construction management, architecture/design, engineering, public administration or a related field. Candidates should also have at least five years of progressively responsible experience in the management of a facilities department/agency/organization, including at least two years of supervisory and managerial experience. A Master's degree in a related field, or other pertinent graduate level education may serve as a substitute for some of the required professional experience. Experience in a municipal or school setting is highly desired.Consideration may be given to equivalent experience and training. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license.

The Town of Mansfield is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider with a deep commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusionand welcoming in its workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Town when necessary.