Director of Facilities

About the role

Hockaday is seeking an experienced Director of Facilities to further the mission of the School by directing and coordinating activities related to the physical plant, consisting of over 450,000 square feet and 88 acres. Activities include the continued implementation of the facilities master plan, the construction and maintenance of facilities, the procurement of materials, supplies, equipment, and services, and the management of the transportation fleet and facility vendors. In addition, the Director supervises 20 maintenance and six housekeeping personnel.

What you'll do

• Develop and execute strategy for maintenance and operation of the campus
• Collaborate with program and staff leadership to understand special needs and maintain quality in support of the mission (e.g. academic leaders, food service, athletics, technology, security)
• Schedule and manage regular preventive maintenance on all building systems, including MEP, roofs, finishes, safety and monitoring systems, and other equipment
• Oversee the scheduling, use, and maintenance of busses, vans and other School owned vehicles
• Manage responses to all facility work orders using established processes and developing new processes as appropriate
• Monitor the safety and cleanliness of interior and exterior areas, such as offices, conference rooms, parking lots and outdoor recreation spaces
• Organize, schedule, and supervise all repair and construction projects, with sensitivity to School seasonality and operational needs
• Select third-party maintenance contractors and manage the fulfillment of their contract obligations, including quality control of their work
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including work safety regulations. Oversee inspections of all building systems as needed for compliance (boiler, fire alarms, elevators, etc.)
• Create and manage annual operating budget and capital renewal (PPRRSM) budget for facilities department in conjunction with the COO
• Possess an understanding of central heating and cooling through experience with central plant chillers, boilers, controls, and distribution
• Gather, analyze, and report data that measures and demonstrates performance of the Facilities Department using the CMMS
• Supervise the facilities support of campus events (e.g. setups and takedowns)
• Participate constructively in the strategic development and management of the campus (e.g. master plan, zoning compliance, utilities services, and energy management)
• Hire, schedule, and supervise all building and grounds maintenance staff as well as the Housekeeping Manager
• Develop and/or coordinate training in facility maintenance and safety methods, procedures, and techniques
• Anticipate needs, possess excellent organizational skills and be able to multi-task to successfully manage multiple activities and projects concurrently
• Keep up with current trends, technologies, and developments in the field of facility maintenance and incorporate these as appropriate
• Assist the COO with special projects, as required

What you bring

• College degree or equivalent experience required, preferably in one of the following disciplines: Industrial Management, Construction Management, Project Management, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Architecture
• Ten years of related technical work experience is required, including a minimum of five years experience in an educational setting. Related experience could entail construction, plant engineer, or facility management
• Proven personnel management skills and contractor management experience, with aptitude to judge quality of performance in all major technical trades and personal experience in at least one technical trade (carpentry, mechanical, electrical, structural)
• Experience with and proven understanding of the management of central plant chillers and boilers, controls, and distribution
• Technology skills sufficient to prepare reports in Excel and Word, and aptitude to operate BAS (building automation system). Related experience with databases sufficient to comfortably apply the CMMS features
• Communication skills (oral and written) and confidence in conveying information to all types of members of the community, including teachers, administrators, trustees, parents, and students
• Ability to adapt behavior to function effectively in the institution's culture, including those specific to the School and its traditions
• Experience with and proven skills in managing grounds and athletics field maintenance
• Proven skills in energy management and conservation
• Commitment to the School's needs and readiness to respond 24/7/365 as reasonable and necessary
• Ability to work in a school environment through satisfactory completion of all legally required and School-required background and screening checks and verifications, including criminal and sex offender background checks

Why you'll love working here

• Join a mission-driven, joyful community that believes deeply in the limitless potential of girls
• Be part of a community grounded in the Hockaday Cornerstones—Character, Courtesy, Scholarship, and Athletics—and bring these values to life in your daily work
• Work in an environment energized by meaningful challenges, embracing a growth mindset, and seeking creative solutions that positively impact our students
• Honor rich traditions while embracing innovation across all areas of the School
• Experience a workplace that values diverse perspectives and cultivates an environment where every voice is respected and every community member feels they belong
• Work collaboratively, support one another, and take pride in the strong professional relationships that define our community
• Competitive compensation and insurance packages, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability benefits
• Lunch provided daily during the school year
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including networking with colleagues, conducting research with college professors, and travel opportunities

Physical requirements and work environment

• Regularly works in standard office or classroom conditions and climate, and frequently works outdoors in varying weather conditions and climate
• Regularly uses close and distance vision, including working at a computer screen for extended periods of time
• Frequently required to move around the office; works at a desk for extended periods of time; occasionally moves around campus, ascends ladders, etc.
• Ability to frequently move items weighing up to 50 lbs. across the campus/classroom/office
• Sometimes works in an occasionally highly stressful environment, effectively dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts with stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions
• Ability to regularly work flexible hours to support before and after-school or weekend events
• Crawl, climb ladders, twist, turn, and reach in completing a variety of job duties
• Work in wide variety of environments as found in all areas of the School
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with students, fellow staff and community members

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