Facilities & Operations Manager

United Methodist Ministry with Children and Families, Inc.; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The United Methodist Ministry with Children and Families, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Manager to coordinate and supervise the construction, maintenance, security, and groundskeeping of the MCH facilities.

The role reports to the Chief Operations Officer and requires leadership to manage vendors, budget, and safety compliance. Responsibilities include developing a preventive maintenance plan, supervising staff, and ensuring cost-effective operations while upholding mission-driven standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required with 5 years of facilities management experience and 2 years supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent education/experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and effective problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Commitment to the mission of Methodist Children’s Homes

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a facility management plan including preventative maintenance, lifecycle requirements and cost reduction initiatives
• Coordinate and supervise the maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment and facility renovations checking completed work by contractors and vendors
• Confer with subordinates on methods and procedures of work and supply, solve operational problems and conflicts and implement best practice processes to increase efficiency
• Determine by inspections and/or review of reports the need for fleet management, buildings, and grounds maintenance and repair
• Estimate costs of jobs, obtain quotes and tenders from vendors and suppliers and compare costs for goods and services to maximize cost-effectiveness, negotiate contracts to optimize delivery and cost savings, manage contractor and vendor relationships
• Oversee campus security and respond to facility and equipment alarms and system failures
• Plan, organize, coordinate and supervise the work of maintenance, grounds maintenance personnel, food services and volunteers
• Advise on and monitor energy efficiency
• Participate in maintenance of proper administrative procedures for the department in accordance with institutional policy
• All other job duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving

Organizational and multi-tasking

Leadership and supervisory

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

The United Methodist Ministry with Children and Families, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Manager to coordinate and supervise the construction, maintenance, security, and groundskeeping of the MCH facilities.

The role reports to the Chief Operations Officer and requires leadership to manage vendors, budget, and safety compliance. Responsibilities include developing a preventive maintenance plan, supervising staff, and ensuring cost-effective operations while upholding mission-driven standards