Marblehead Public-Director of Facilities

Young World Physical Education; Marblehead (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Marblehead Public Schools is seeking a Marblehead Public-Director of Facilities to oversee planning, operation and maintenance of district facilities and staff. The role ensures facilities meet evolving academic needs, manages capital projects and energy conservation, and maintains safe campuses.

The Director oversees buildings, mechanical and electrical systems, grounds, and maintenance staff, coordinating with district leadership and town partners.

Qualifications

• Experience managing district/large-scale facilities operations.
• Ability to develop capital improvement plans and manage budgets.
• Knowledge of safety, OSHA, and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of a detailed Capital Improvement Plan to improve facilities.
• Interface and coordinate with local town departments, public works staff, police and fire departments.
• Facilitate solicitation of service contracts, design and construction services and other consultants as needed.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff and participate in hiring decisions.
• Conduct inspections and address fire, safety or health hazards and coordination of related issues.
• Oversee safety, security and building systems maintenance and audits.
• Coordinate large projects including deferred maintenance and energy projects.
• Read blueprints and ensure conformance with codes and standards.

Skills

Facilities management

Budgeting & cost control

Contract management

Energy conservation

Safety & compliance

Reading blueprints

Job description

Marblehead Public-Director of Facilities

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Job Details

Job ID: 5882937

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 12, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Director of Facilities is responsible for supporting the academic mission of Marblehead Public Schools by overseeing the planning, operation and maintenance of district facilities. This individual provides leadership in ensuring each school's facilities meet the changing needs of its academic programs, faculty and students. The Director of Facilities manages the upkeep of existing facilities including capital projects; proactive management of utility costs and energy conservation and ensuring a safe and secure campus environment. The Director of Facilities maintains and oversees the buildings, mechanical and electrical systems, buildings, grounds, custodian, maintenance, groundskeeper staff, and other related services for the District.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of a detailed, Capital Improvement Plan to improve the overall facilities
• Interface and coordinate with local town departments, public works staff, police and fire departments, and members of the community.
• Facilitate solicitation of service contracts, design and construction services and other consultants as needed.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; assign and review work and participate in the selection of new personnel as assigned; recommend and participate in disciplinary action as needed.
• Conduct inspections and recommend the removal of fire, safety or health hazardous items. Assist in coordination of: asbestos related issues, lead, chemicals, and mold-related issues.
• Oversee the safekeeping and proper disposal of waste.
• Instruct staff in safe and proper work practices.
• Facilitate in the coordination of large projects including deferred maintenance, preventive maintenance, energy conservation, asbestos removal, mold removal and capital projects.
• Read and interpret building plans, blueprints and specifications to assure conformance with building and safety codes, regulations and requirements.
• Monitor and advise the Superintendent on snow related delays and closures and direct snow removal on school property.
• Knowledge of State Procurement Laws, Bid Specification Preparation, Prevailing Wage Laws, Right to Know and COMM Buys process.
• Coordinate purchase of supplies, equipment & contracted services utilizing local, state & federal procurement procedures.
• Regularly review utility trends and consumption.
• Offer ideas for energy conservation opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Manage energy audits and technical analyses for improving O&M, enhancing building automation and energy management systems through software programming and ensure accurate energy metering
• Monitor all school building project work and act as liaison between staff and contractors, ensuring continuity of information sharing.
• Regularly tour buildings to ensure safe and efficient facility maintenance in conformance with the highest standards.
• Plan, organize, coordinate and supervise the operating budgets; operation and maintenance, repair, alteration and construction of school assets and systems.
• Manage service contract providers to coordinate and prioritize day-to-day support services activities and work projects
• Oversee custodial, maintenance and trades personnel, assign, review and evaluate the work of in-house personnel and service providers involved in each of their assignments.
• Conduct continuing staff training and retraining including but not limited to OSHA, EPA compliance, asbestos and MSDS.
• Plan, organize, coordinate and oversee day-to-day operations of the maintenance department including and not limited
• H.V.A.C., plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, buildings and grounds, locksmith, fire protection, fire alarm and AED to assure the proper and efficient management of schools.
• Facilities Troubleshooting: Analyze technical and operational problems and devise technical solutions or processes to address those problems.
• Maintain a building fire safety system including warning and suppression subsystems to include ensuring that the building’s fire safety systems are operational at all times.
• Ensure security and safety systems are intact, operational and followed
• Maintain a system of building security to ensure all schools have the necessary resources to be secured during the school day and are being secured on non-school days and at other times as assigned.
• Maintain a key inventory and manage the key fob entry system.
• Work with technology staff and building principals to maintain the security camera system in school and buses as required
• Coordinate response to alarms when received.
• Take action to safeguard building assets during power or boiler failure.
• Assist in the operation of emergency shelters when contacted by Town, Fire or Police departments.
• Maintain blueprints, equipment records, and registration records on all school facilities and vehicles including copies of all building equipment warranties, manuals and technical bulletins.
• Oversee the registration, insurance, and maintenance of all school vehicles.
• Oversee the Facilities and Transportation Coordinator and the timely operations of school bus transportation
• May at times be required to attend School Committee meetings or school related events
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent or their designee

Report to: Assistant Superintendent of Administration and Finance and/or Appointed Designee

Evaluated by: Assistant Superintendent of Administration and Finance and/or Appointed Designee

Work Year: 52 weeks per year/ 261-day position in accordance with the terms of District Administrator Contract.

Salary: $115,000-130,000

Benefits: In accordance with the terms of the District Administrator Contract and the Town of Marblehead optional benefits coverage, applicable to eligible employees

The Marblehead Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, pregnancy, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $115,000 to $130,000 Per Year

Job Categories

• Administration > Facilities
• Administration > Transportation
• Organization-level Positions > Director/Division Director
• Support Staff > Transportation

Equal Opportunity Employer

Marblehead Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learningenvironment free from discrimination om the basis of race, color, religion,national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation,marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenshipstatus, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information ordisability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose suchdiscrimination and harassment or who participate IN an equal opportunityinvestigation.

Job Requirements

• Qualifications:
  Must possess knowledge of facilities, building systems, construction, IT terminology, OSHA regulations, building codes, environmental agency requirements, life safety standards, financial and asset management, and capital planning and management.
  Ability to become certi