Facility Operations Manager

South Dakota AG; Redfield (SD); On-site; USD 71,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave (15 days/120 hours)

Sick leave (14 days/112 hours)

11 paid holidays

Health insurance (0 premium employee)

Job summary

The South Dakota Developmental Center seeks an experienced Facility Operations Manager to oversee safe, efficient operations in a highly regulated environment. The role emphasizes compliance auditing, life safety, and coordination with construction projects to protect the facility’s mission and residents.

Ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, strong technical knowledge of building systems, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with state agencies and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in a related field
• Supervisory experience in building maintenance, construction, or similar field preferred
• Extensive knowledge of Life Safety Code, National Electric Code, ADA Standards, ICF/IID Regulations
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with facility infrastructure management
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to review construction documents and interpret project specifications
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Responsibilities

• Oversee the efficient, economical, and safe operation of the facility
• Ensure compliance with regulatory audits and standards
• Supervise maintenance and facility staff as needed
• Coordinate with construction and renovation projects to minimize disruptions
• Review and interpret project documents and specifications
• Engage with stakeholders at state and local levels

Job description

Job ID: 37949

Agency: SD Developmental Center

Location:Redfield, SD

Salary: $70,672.54-$83,144.16 Annual Salary, depending on qualifications

Pay Grade: K

Closing Date: 10/19/26

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the SD Developmental Center. For more information on the SD Developmental Center, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en/south-dakota-developmental-center .

About SDDC

The South Dakota Developmental Center (SDDC) is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

Our Benefits Include

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
• Flexible Benefits – Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Facility Operations Manager to oversee the efficient, economical, and safe operation of South Dakota Developmental Center. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing highly regulated environments where compliance audits are frequent and critical. Supervisory experience is preferred. This position requires extensive knowledge of technology systems, as well as familiarity with Life Safety Code, National Electric Code, ADA Standards, ICF/IID Physical Environment Regulations, HVAC and electrical applications.

Licenses And Certifications

Water Distribution Class 1, Wastewater Collection Class 1, and Stabilization Pond certification (or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment).

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• supervisory experience in building maintenance, general construction, or a similar field is preferred.
• extensive knowledge of Life Safety, National Electric Code, ADA Standards, ICF/IID Physical Environment Regulations.
• strong computer skills, and familiarity with facility infrastructure management.
• excellent communication and organizational skills.
• excellent written and verbal skills.
• excellent problem-solving skills.
• ability to review construction documents and interpret project specifications.
• ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Knowledge Of

• Regulatory Compliance: Life Safety Code, National Electric Code, ADA Standards, and ICF/IID Physical Environment Regulations.
• Project Management Principles: Budgeting, scheduling, quality control, and resource allocation for construction and renovation.
• Technical Specifications: Technical writing methods for Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and construction bid packages.
• Facility Systems: Integrated building systems including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural frameworks.
• Technology Platforms: Specialized software for Building Management Systems (BMS), Computerized Maintenance Management (CMMS), access control, networked surveillance, and fleet/travel tracking.
• Document Architecture, Blueprint reading, facility mapping, schematic design, and maintenance record-keeping.

Skill To

• Supervision & Leadership: Interviewing, hiring, training, directing, and evaluating subordinate personnel.
• Performance Management: Conducting performance appraisals and executing disciplinary procedures.
• Vendor Management: Monitoring contractor performance, drafting technical specs, and auditing contract compliance.
• Financial Management: Tracking operational budgets, analyzing expenditures, and auditing purchase orders.
• Operational Planning: Designing and execution of preventative maintenance schedules for facility infrastructure.
• Technical Communication: Reviewing and approving complex blueprints, construction documents, and engineering specifications.

Ability To

• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with administrative leadership to align future facility modifications with organizational goals.
• Conflict Resolution: Address staff behavioral or performance problems and manage leave and scheduling requests equitably.
• Stakeholder Relations: Represent the facility professionally during high-level meetings with State, county, and local agencies.
• Operational Continuity: Protect the core mission of the facility from disruptions during active construction projects.
• Cross-Agency Liaison: Act as an effective intermediary between facility staff and the Bureau of Information and Telecommunications.
• Resource Optimization: Maintain continuous availability of operational supplies and equipment under budget constraints.

Additional Requirements

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration

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"An Equal Opportunity Employer"