Facilities & Operations Director — Hybrid Role

The Rome Group; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Nine PBS in St. Louis seeks a Director of Facilities to oversee building operations during an extensive renovation through September 2027 and beyond.

You will lead maintenance, safety, security, and vendor management while ensuring the facility serves the community and mission. The ideal candidate brings eight+ years of facilities leadership, strong project management, and hands-on knowledge of building systems, with a collaborative, service-focused mindset to work with staff, volunteers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, business administration, or related field.
• Eight years of progressively responsible facilities oversight and leadership experience.
• Knowledge of architectural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, building automation and security systems.
• Ability to work with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage building and grounds maintenance programs.
• Prepare and monitor facilities budgets.
• Perform and coordinate maintenance of building and grounds.
• Anticipate facility needs during events and support staff.
• Oversee vendors and contracted staff.
• Coordinate inspections, maintenance, and repairs for building and grounds.
• Daily walkthroughs to identify needs and track costs.
• Serve as facilities liaison with stakeholders.
• Manage contracts, schedules, budgets, and operations.
• Develop and maintain security policies and emergency plans.
• Train staff on facilities policies and safety.
• Maintain relationships with Grand Center Arts District organizations.
• Partner on security systems and network infrastructure.
• Ensure renovated building supports events and community activities.
• Oversee management of company vehicles.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Resourcefulness

Multi-project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team motivation

Professionalism

OSHA 10-Hour Training preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Building automation software

Video security software

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Monday.com

Job description

Nine PBS in St. Louis seeks a Director of Facilities to oversee building operations during an extensive renovation through September 2027 and beyond.

You will lead maintenance, safety, security, and vendor management while ensuring the facility serves the community and mission. The ideal candidate brings eight+ years of facilities leadership, strong project management, and hands-on knowledge of building systems, with a collaborative, service-focused mindset to work with staff, volunteers, and