Strategic Facilities & Operations Director

Sylvania; Three Oaks Township (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

River Valley School District seeks a Director of Facilities and Operations to provide strategic leadership and oversight of facilities, maintenance, custodial services, grounds, and capital projects. This role ensures safe and high-quality learning environments through effective resource management and long-range planning.

The position involves supervising staff, coordinating with architects and contractors on capital improvements, and managing budgets, procurement, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in facilities/engineering/business-related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in facilities/operations/maintenance.
• Experience managing budgets, personnel, capital projects, and operational systems.
• Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), preventive maintenance, safety regulations, and environmental compliance.
• Certifications, licenses, and strong project management and leadership skills preferred.
• K-12/public-sector or multi-facility experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for facilities, maintenance, custodial, grounds, and operational services.
• Supervise, develop, and evaluate staff with clear goals and performance measures.
• Maintain communication with district leaders regarding facility needs and priorities.
• Oversee maintenance, custodial, grounds, and building system operations for safe, clean facilities.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, asset lifecycle planning, and response to facility concerns.
• Lead capital improvement, renovation, and sinking fund projects from planning through closeout.
• Manage facilities budgets, procurement, contracts, and multi-year replacement planning.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA/MIOSHA, ADA, AHERA, environmental regulations, and codes.
• Collaborate with staff, municipal agencies, vendors, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Capital projects

Project management

Building systems knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Public sector experience

Education

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

Job description

River Valley School District seeks a Director of Facilities and Operations to provide strategic leadership and oversight of facilities, maintenance, custodial services, grounds, and capital projects. This role ensures safe and high-quality learning environments through effective resource management and long-range planning.

The position involves supervising staff, coordinating with architects and contractors on capital improvements, and managing budgets, procurement, and safety compliance.