Head of School Facilities & Operations

Operations/Maintenance; Kayenta (AZ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Kayenta USD 27 seeks a Director of Operations—Operations to lead maintenance, grounds, housing maintenance, custodial and transportation across the district. The role supervises budgets, coordinates with vendors and contractors, and ensures safety across facilities.

The incumbent will drive strategic planning, manage staff development, schedule regular training, and oversee district-wide maintenance programs and capital projects.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Facility Management, Engineering or Construction Management.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, AHERA, DPS, NNEPA regulations and building codes.
• Thorough understanding of computer programs related to construction, custodial, and maintenance.
• Five years of managerial experience over custodial, transportation, maintenance and grounds operations preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement and budgeting.
• Experience leading with pupils, staff, vendors, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Develops, establishes and provides supervision for the departments of maintenance, grounds, housing maintenance, custodial and transportation.
• Prepares and administers the budget for maintenance, grounds, custodial, construction, transportation and housing maintenance.
• Supervises the overall planning and scheduling of maintenance and repair for the District.
• Schedules regular training for each department.
• Supervises inspection of all school buildings, grounds and installations for high standards of workmanship, safety and security.
• Maintains a preventative maintenance program for buildings, grounds, vehicles, etc.
• Meets weekly with the District administrative team.
• Attends preconstruction planning conferences with architects and key team members.
• Directs the preparation of facilities for athletics and events.
• Evaluates operations and recommends changes to the superintendent.
• Maintains inventory control across departments.
• Assists recruitment and personnel decisions.
• Conducts staff training and development.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Procurement

Vendor coordination

Staff management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Facility Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Construction Management

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Kayenta USD 27 seeks a Director of Operations—Operations to lead maintenance, grounds, housing maintenance, custodial and transportation across the district. The role supervises budgets, coordinates with vendors and contractors, and ensures safety across facilities.

The incumbent will drive strategic planning, manage staff development, schedule regular training, and oversee district-wide maintenance programs and capital projects.