About Us
For over 90 years Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation.
Each and everyday girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing number of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups. Club programs teach life skills conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decisionmaking skills. Job Summary The Facilities Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organizations physical facilities including maintenance repairs security and compliance with building codes while prioritizing costeffectiveness and ensuring a safe and functional environment for staff and club members often working closely with other departments to address their facility needs and contribute to the organizations mission. Responsible for ensuring successful project management of all Facilities projects. Periodically requires of individual work orders. Essential Functions: - Facility Management:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive facilities maintenance plan including preventative maintenance schedules for building systems (HVAC electrical plumbing etc..
- Manage and oversee a team of maintenance technicians assigning tasks and ensuring quality standards are met.
- Monitor facility conditions identify potential issues and initiate repairs promptly.
- Coordinate with contractors for larger projects like renovations expansions or repairs requiring specialized expertise.
- Managing vendors to ensure cost effectiveness and deliver of quality customer service.
- Where necessary ensures a high caliber of project management is provided within the Facilities team including the responsibility for the coordination implementation reporting and completion of Facilities related projects.
- Budgeting and Cost Control:
- Create and manage the facilities budget tracking expenses related to maintenance repairs utilities contracts and supplies.
- Identify costsaving opportunities and implement strategies to optimize resource utilization.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers to ensure competitive pricing.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with all local building codes safety regulations and accessibility standards.
- Work closely with Operations team to participate in and respond to safety assessments conducted by Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and address any hazards identified.
- Implement and maintain emergency preparedness plans including evacuation procedures.
- Space Planning and Utilization:
- Work with department heads to assess space needs and optimize facility layout to support program operations.
- Coordinate moves and reconfigurations within the facility as required
- Communication and Collaboration:
- Maintain open communication with staff from all departments to address facility concerns and requests promptly.
- Deliver quality customer service to both internal and external constituents in a professional helpful and courteous manner.
- Collaborate with other departments on facilityrelated projects including event planning and logistic
- Sustainability Initiatives:
- Identify and implement strategies to improve energy efficiency and reduce the organizations environmental impact.
Qualifications and Requirements - Minimum 7 years of facilities management experience with 5 years of supervisory/leadership experience preferably in a nonprofit setting.
- Bachelors degree in related field preferred.
- Proven experience managing facilities operations in a complex fast paced environment ideally within a nonprofit organization.
- Strong understanding of building maintenance systems including HVAC electrical plumbing and fire safety.
- Budgetary management skills and ability to prioritize expenditures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to effectively use technology including MS Office Suite (Word and Excel) SharePoint and FacilityDude/Asset Essentials or similar facility management software and project management tools.
- Holds and continually maintains a valid drivers license with no more than five points
- Ability to travel statewide using a companyprovided vehicle.
Physical Requirements: Ability and strength to bend kneel squat stand reach pick up and carry equipment materials and supplies (up to 50 lbs.; to stand on ladders or climb scaffolding and stairs; to use dollies hand trucks etc.; to stand for extended periods of time; to work outdoors in winter and summer; to maneuver in tight spaces. Work Hours: MondayFriday 85; Flexibility to work outside of regular hours is required based on business needs. Frequent statewide travel is required. Work Location:The incumbent may reside anywhere within the state of Delaware and will be required to travel to the home office as needed. FT Employee Benefits Incentives All of our employees are valued and receive competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- Medical Vision and Dental Insurance/Pharmacy Coverage for individual & immediate family
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off
- Free childcare for schoolaged children based upon site availability
- Life Insurance Coverage
- Short & LongTerm Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
Note: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain nor is it to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation age nondisqualifying physical or mental disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need. #BGC6
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