Director of Buildings and Grounds
Director of Buildings and Grounds
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Job Description
Location: Austin Catholic High School Chesterfield Michigan
Reports To: School President
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary: The Director of Buildings and Grounds is responsible for overseeing the maintenance safety and overall functionality of school facilities and grounds. This individual ensures that the school environment remains clean secure and conducive to learning while managing staff budgets and compliance with local state and federal regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facility Management
- Oversee the maintenance repair and improvement of all school buildings ensuring a safe and operational learning environment.
- Grounds Supervision
- Maintain school grounds
- landscaping and athletic fields to uphold cleanliness aesthetics and functionality.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure school facilities meet safety standards fire codes and environmental regulations. Coordinate inspections and address compliance concerns.
- Staff Supervision
- Manage custodial maintenance and grounds keeping personnel providing training scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Budget and Resource Management:
- Develop and oversee budgets related to facilities and grounds maintenance. Negotiate contracts for vendors and service providers.
- Emergency Preparedness:
- Develop contingency plans for facility-related emergencies such as severe weather damage power failures or security concerns.
- Collaboration
- Work with school administrators teachers and external contractors to support facility needs for academic programs and extracurricular events. Sustainability Initiatives
- Implement environmentally friendly practices including energy efficiency programs waste management and sustainable landscaping.
- Bachelors degree in Facilities Management Business Administration or a related field (preferred).
- Proven experience in facility management maintenance or a related role within an educational or institutional setting.
- Strong leadership communication and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of safety codes regulations and building systems (HVAC electrical plumbing etc.).
- Ability to manage budgets and work with vendors or contractors.
- Proficiency in facility management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Requires occasional evening or weekend work during emergencies or school events.
Physical demands may include lifting walking and working in various weather conditions.
Interested candidates should send a letter of application with a resume and references to:
Austin Catholic High School
Attn: Ms. Carolyn Balzano
Prinicipal
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
