Director of Facilities

The Oxford Hills School District is seeking excellent candidates for the Position of Facilities Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent
2. Post-secondary education preferred
3. Extensive experience in plant management
4. Experience/Training in staff supervision and evaluation
5. Computer proficiency

REPORTS TO: Business Manager

SUPERVISES: All custodial and maintenance staff

JOB GOAL: Supervising the management of all building and grounds in order to provide a pleasant, clean and safe environment conducive to learning.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports the District's mission and goals.
2. Communicates clearly and accurately with all stakeholders.
3. Oversees the daily operations of maintenance and custodial departments.
4. Prepares and manages the annual budgets for these departments in consultation with other administrators.
5. Oversees the assignments and supervision of maintenance work.
6. Establishes and administers schedules for ongoing care and cleaning of buildings.
7. Assures that the proper cleaning and maintenance supplies are available.
8. Recruits, screens, and recommends candidates for job vacancies.
9. Assigns, supervises and evaluates all custodial and maintenance personnel.
10. Works with the Superintendent, Business Manager, Principals and School Board in developing and maintaining a capital improvements plan.
11. Supervises the bid process and manages supply inventories.
12. Negotiates with and hires contractors to provide services, as necessary.
13. Plans for and conducts staff development for the departments.
14. Oversees new construction and renovation projects, as necessary.
15. Establishes and maintains a regular program of preventive maintenance.
16. Prepares assigned state reports for facilities and leased space.
17. Ensures that all facilities meet the appropriate life safety codes.
18. Supervises the plowing and removal of snow.
19. Assists the Business Manager in making recommendations and presentations to the Board and the Operations Committee.
20. Serves as Asbestos Coordinator for the District.
21. Oversees the District security, fire alarm and energy management systems.
22. Directs the preparation of athletic facilities for competition and other activities.
23. Keeps informed of the latest technology and products in the area of maintenance and makes changes and recommendations, as appropriate.
24. Performs such other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the Business Manager or Superintendent may assign.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

See current Agreement Between the MSAD17 Board of Directors and the Supervisory Staff.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Business Manager.

Expectations of Oxford Hills School District Staff:

As contributing members of the district's learning community, all district staff members are expected to:

1. Model a strong work ethic, perseverance and grit, as well as responsibility and respect;
2. Utilize best practices for motivating today's students in a safe, supportive learning environment;
3. Demonstrate knowledge in the development of real-world learning experiences and community partnerships to provide students with opportunities for extensions of learning, applied learning, community service, and citizenship;
4. Demonstrate a willingness and ability to collaborate, engage, and communicate with colleagues, parents and the public.

Further, instructional staff will emphasize and employ practices that lead to improvement in student achievement by:

1. Instilling problem-solving and critical thinking as a "new basics" for learning across all grade levels;
2. Delivering strong literacy instruction across content areas;
3. Helping student develop skills to apply, interpret, analyze, and evaluate the vast, ever-expanding amount of information;
4. Employing effective lesson design by adjusting to students' personal learning needs and preferences, including appropriate technology applications.

How To Apply
Applicants must complete the entire online application as well as provide cover letter, resume, and three current letters of reference to be considered for a position. Please be sure to provide complete reference information in the application for each reference including name, address, phone and email address.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Oxford Hills School District is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.