Head Start Facilities & Transportation Lead

Save the Children 2022; United States; Remote; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Parental benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Learning & Growth

EAP

Job summary

Save the Children in the United States is seeking a Coordinator, Transportation and Facilities to ensure safe and healthy facilities for Head Start/Early Head Start programs. You will manage licensing, leases, and vendor contracts, oversee building maintenance, and coordinate site security and inspections under supervision of the Program Director and/or Facilities Manager.

The role requires strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, reliable English communication, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of general building maintenance and facilities management.
• Experience with transportation systems and related operations.
• Familiarity with local health/safety regulations (ADA/OSHA) preferred.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with staff and external partners.
• Proven time management and organizational skills.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Must be available on-call for emergencies.
• Ability to develop and maintain records and documentation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Work with Fiscal Coordinator to use centralized purchasing and support site moves and inventory needs.
• Maintain a warehouse and inventory of program equipment and supplies.
• Keep accurate inventory across centers, offices, and warehouses.
• Ensure building security and maintenance systems are in place and functioning.
• Ensure compliance with ADA, OSHA and licensing requirements.
• Coordinate landscaping and site upkeep with supervisors.
• Suggest workflow improvements for efficiency and safety.
• Maintain fire and security alarm systems as needed.
• Ensure licenses, inspections, and contracts are current.
• Manage supply requests within budget and track expenditures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of sites, playgrounds, and parking areas.
• Provide input on hiring/training custodial and maintenance staff.
• Advise on training to meet program goals and compliance.
• Arrange training on Right to Know and MSDS requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Building maintenance

Facilities management

Transportation systems

Health & safety

Communication

Time management

English proficiency

On-call readiness

Record keeping

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Save the Children in the United States is seeking a Coordinator, Transportation and Facilities to ensure safe and healthy facilities for Head Start/Early Head Start programs. You will manage licensing, leases, and vendor contracts, oversee building maintenance, and coordinate site security and inspections under supervision of the Program Director and/or Facilities Manager.

The role requires strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, reliable English communication, and the ability to work