Facilities & Safety Director for an Innovative School Campus

Applitrack; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Board Paid TRS

Professional dues stipend

Job summary

West Chicago Elementary School District 33 seeks a Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Safety to lead facilities operations and safety programs. This role supervises facilities, custodial and grounds staff, ensuring compliant, cost-effective operations with robust record-keeping.

The position requires a degree in business or facilities management, 5+ years in related roles, and preferred CPMM/PMP certification. 5-year commitment is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or 5+ years in operations/facilities.
• CPMM and/or PMP certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible operations/facilities experience.
• Building administrator experience preferred (principal/assistant principal/ dean).

Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities, custodial and grounds operations.
• Ensure compliance with laws, board policies and regs.
• Maintain auditable records related to facilities and safety.
• Develop and implement district facilities, operations and safety goals.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities operations

Budgeting

Policy compliance

Records management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, or related field

CPMM and/or PMP certification preferred

Minimum of five years of operations & facilities experience

Building administrator experience preferred

Commitment to 5 years in this position

Job description

West Chicago Elementary School District 33 seeks a Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Safety to lead facilities operations and safety programs. This role supervises facilities, custodial and grounds staff, ensuring compliant, cost-effective operations with robust record-keeping.

The position requires a degree in business or facilities management, 5+ years in related roles, and preferred CPMM/PMP certification. 5-year commitment is expected.