Associate Director of Facilities

About the Role

We’re hiring an Associate Director of Facilities at our corporate office in Scottsdale, AZ. In this role, you will provide expert-level service, facilities, and capital projects advice to Managers of Facilities and Service for a specific portfolio of properties within Mark-Taylor. You will demonstrate an understanding of the underlying business mission and act as a thought leader and effective executor in areas of business strategy and community operations.

Why You’ll Love Working at Mark-Taylor

• Employee rent discounts (subject to availability at each community)
• Access to all Mark-Taylor amenities
• Employee appreciation events
• Opportunities for career growth
• 401(k) with robust company match
• Paid time off, sick time, holidays, and volunteer time
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Requirements

• Preferred experience at 3 properties within Mark-Taylor
• Preferred tenure of 1+ years at current Mark-Taylor property
• Minimum of 2+ years in a multi-site facilities management role
• Proven track record of hiring, developing, and promoting employees into management positions that helped the organization reach its goals
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience leading large teams through build-outs, major capital projects, etc.
• Vendor management and negotiation experience with a proven track record of negotiating large-scale contracts
• Knowledge of building systems—plumbing, electrical, HVAC, pools, irrigation systems, access control systems—with a proven ability to quickly identify and resolve issues in both proactive and reactive settings
• PA certification and CPO certifications required or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hiring
• Demonstrated knowledge in abatement procedures (eliminating risk related to water contamination, SMG, fire and smoke damage, and bio-hazard), suppression systems (including monitoring equipment such as annunciators, fire control panels, smoke evacuation systems), and an understanding of NFPA local codes
• Understanding of general safety requirements, including HAZCOM, SDS, and GHS
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and its applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to analyze data and trends and deliver reports to leadership in various formats (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Oversee hands-on maintenance duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the community, including performing consistent inspections, diagnosing problems, and making necessary repairs in areas such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pool, flooring, carpentry, drywall, appliances, and exterior structures
• Apply extensive knowledge and problem-solving skills in plumbing, electrical, pool maintenance, HVAC, carpentry, landscape maintenance, appliances, construction, capital projects, and all safety & OSHA-related standards
• Work with Manager of Community Operations, Manager of Facilities & Service, Associate Managing Directors, and Managing Directors on day-to-day operations, including service-related issues, capital planning, and vendor oversight
• Partner with co-workers (ADFs and AMDs) to work on vendor partnerships, health, safety, security, and emergency response procedures
• Assist in the development and implementation of Mark-Taylor operations policies and procedures in accordance with laws, standards, and government regulations
• Lead a high-performance work environment that boosts morale, increases productivity and retention, provides career development opportunities, and delivers optimal results
• Collaborate with internal partners including Human Resources, Training and Development, Talent Acquisition, and other departments to ensure excellence in people management, organizational effectiveness, and the Mark-Taylor culture