Facilities Manager

Sacred Heart Church; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Church seeks a Facilities Manager to oversee parish buildings, grounds, and equipment, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and reliable operation. You will report to the Business Manager and collaborate with clergy, staff, volunteers, and vendors to maintain a welcoming worship space.

Responsibilities include developing maintenance schedules, coordinating contractors, managing records, and ensuring compliance with safety codes and diocesan regulations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in facilities management.
• Ability to learn and apply new skills related to building systems.
• Respectful and ethical conduct aligned with church mission.
• Clear written and verbal English communication.
• Willingness to work with volunteers and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure physical environment for the parish.
• Maintain cleanliness, appearance, functionality of buildings and grounds.
• Develop equipment replacement and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with Business Manager on records and licenses.
• Schedule routine cleaning and coordinate contractor work.

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Facilities Manager

REPORTS TO: Pastor/Business Manager POSITION DETAIL: Full Time, Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Facilities Manager advances the parish vision by fostering safe and clean facilities that promote the mission of Sacred Heart Parish. Reporting to the Business Manager working under the direction of the Pastor and in collaboration with clergy, staff, volunteers, and vendors; this position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the campus buildings, grounds, and equipment.

EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE:

• Adhere to all policies, safety policies and procedures and the core values of the Catholic Church
• Act as a role model within and outside the organization
• Perform duties as defined, assigned and as workload necessitates
• Maintain a positive, respectful, and highly communicative attitude and approach
• Maintain a demeanor that creates a positive team atmosphere, develops good relationships, and builds community with parishioners, staff, and volunteers
• Consistently report to work prepared to perform duties of position
• Manage time well and meet organization productivity standards

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To complete this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and fulfill each responsibility satisfactorily.

• Responsible for providing a safe and secure physical environment for our parish community.
• Responsible for cleanliness, appearance, functionality and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment owned or rented by the parish.
• Responsible for development of equipment replacement and facilities upkeep schedules, and timely acquisition of approved replacements.
• Responsible for developing process improvement initiatives that enhance functions or improve financial performance of the organization.
• Works with the Business Manager to maintain accurate records of equipment purchases and facilities documents (construction documents, blueprints, site surveys, renderings, certifications, and licenses).
• Responsible for scheduling routine and special cleaning projects and equipment repairs to minimize conflicts with scheduled events.
• Responsible for direction and collaboration of volunteers and vendors on maintenance and projects.
• Assists with risk management, facilities management, budgetary expenditures, and technology infrastructure support.
• Makes the routine purchases of the organization, including maintenance and cleaning supplies avoiding shortcuts that might save dollars at the expense of safety.
• Assists in determining and recommends the use of outside contractors for operational tasks that are beyond the scope of staff expertise with a focus on safety first and meeting all codes and Diocesan regulations.
• Schedules and supervises the work of contractors onsite.
• Performs routine maintenance such as lawn care as well as janitorial and laundry duties.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

The skills and competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge and abilities required.

General

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality and productivity; applies feedback to improve performance; completes work in timely manner and meets required deadlines while managing frequent interruptions; supply ordering and record keeping; possession of professional human relations and communication skills; ability to work with minimal supervision

Job Knowledge

Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments and uses resources effectively; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how the job relates to others

Workplace Ethics

Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; maintains confidential information; supports teachings and mission of the Catholic Church.

Language and Communication

Exhibits excellent English written and verbal communication; demonstrates good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods; listens and obtains clarification; remains calm in all situations; ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Teamwork