Facilities Director

Full-time, salaried, exempt position reporting to the Business Manager. Occasional evening and weekend work required.

About the role

The Facilities Director for Christ the King (CTK) oversees the management and operations of all the physical facilities of the church and school, including the buildings, grounds, parking lots, preventive and reactive maintenance, janitorial, safety, security, transportation, and building automation systems. The Director ensures that the facilities are fully operational, safe, clean, and prepared for church services and ministry/school activities.

The ideal candidate has a servant's heart, is passionate about being a disciple of Jesus Christ, and is highly capable of performing facilities and maintenance work. While applicants need not be Catholic, they must be supportive of Catholic Church teaching and strive to not contradict those teachings. The Facilities Director regularly interacts with parishioners and must do so with courtesy, grace, and tact, demonstrating a firm understanding of CTK's vision and values.

The role requires strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects with vendors, volunteers, and staff, along with problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot and resolve operational and facilities-related issues. The Director must be proactive in maintaining facilities to prevent larger problems and possess business acumen to review and negotiate agreements and contracts. The position supervises a Maintenance Supervisor, a weekend Maintenance Technician, and Community Center desk staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage all work related to the maintenance and repair of the facilities, including proactive and preventive maintenance, building inspections, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, custodial, landscape, waste management, and site security.
• Perform weekly walk-throughs of buildings, equipment, grounds, and building systems to ensure safety and ongoing maintenance.
• Maintain and manage the work order system and preventive maintenance program.
• Serve as the primary contact for facility-related emergencies (including evenings and weekends) and for contractors and vendors.
• Manage outsourced janitorial/cleaning and landscape services.
• Responsible for purchasing and maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Act as the primary point of contact for IT issues.
• Oversee and provide event coordination, including setup and breakdown.
• Manage the online calendar platform.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and standards.
• Update and implement the Diocesan Emergency Manual.
• Attend annual professional development formation as requested.
• Supervise and evaluate maintenance personnel.
• Schedule and supervise Community Center desk staff.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• At least five years of hands-on facilities and/or maintenance experience for a large, commercial (non-residential) facility.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various building systems and structures, such as mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning, energy conservation, fire alarms, and sprinkler systems.
• Ability to maintain systems and/or secure outside contractors to do so.
• Technologically adept, particularly with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, work order systems, and building automation systems.
• Current driver's license required.
• Must read and write English and comprehend instruction manuals.
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to make basic written reports regarding proposed or completed repairs.
• Adapt to schedule changes and weekend/holiday work as required.
• Uphold and support the mission, goals, and objectives of CTK and the Pastor; work with integrity and demonstrate sound moral and ethical principles.

Special Requirements

• Requires periods of sitting, typing, and reading from a computer screen.
• Requires lifting of up to 50 lbs., bending, stooping, and climbing.
• Requires walking/inspecting the entire facility each week and as needed.
• Must complete the Diocese of Dallas Safe Environment Training program, obtain a certificate, and renew the training annually as required.

About the Employer

The Parish Community of Christ the King celebrates the Kingdom of God as followers of Jesus Christ. With worship centered around the Eucharist, the parish is inspired by the Father's love and mercy and guided by the Holy Spirit. Its primary mission is to respond to the baptismal call to live and spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The parish values tradition, celebrated through the Sacraments, to inspire all within the Parish family to draw closer together into the Body of Christ.