Facilities Operations Lead for Schools

University Prep Schools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University Prep Schools in Detroit seeks an Assistant Facilities Manager to support the Facilities Director in maintaining safe, clean, and conducive learning environments. You will oversee custodial staff, budgets, safety programs and vendor relationships to ensure reliable operations across district facilities.

The role emphasizes coordination, policy implementation, and proactive maintenance planning in a school setting with emphasis on compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in facilities or maintenance management is expected.
• Project management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates custodial scheduling to cover facility hours, including weekends and emergencies.
• Hires and trains custodial staff and supervises payroll and evaluations.
• Interfaces with building partners and landlord to resolve issues.
• Develops and enforces facility policies and safety procedures.
• Maintains campus cleaning/maintenance schedules and budgets.
• Oversees vendors, issues bids, and tracks project progress.

Skills

Facility management

Staff supervision

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Project planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

University Prep Schools in Detroit seeks an Assistant Facilities Manager to support the Facilities Director in maintaining safe, clean, and conducive learning environments. You will oversee custodial staff, budgets, safety programs and vendor relationships to ensure reliable operations across district facilities.

The role emphasizes coordination, policy implementation, and proactive maintenance planning in a school setting with emphasis on compliance.