Director of Facilities
Director of Facilities
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USD 120000 - 130000
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Job Description
Context and Philosophy:
Founded in 1784 Friends School of Baltimore provides a coeducational college preparatory program guided by the Quaker values of truth equality simplicity community and peaceful resolution of conflict. By setting high standards of excellence for a diverse and caring community Friends School seeks to develop in each student the spiritual intellectual physical and creative strengths to make a positive contribution to the world.
The faculty and staff of Friends support the mission of the School through their commitment to a collaborative work environment to which they contribute joy passion sense of humor organization and flexibility. Regardless of position Friends School employees interact with students and colleagues in a respectful and warm manner.
In addition to a commitment to the fundamental ideals of Quaker education Friends School staff members are expected to model and foster the habits of mind which we believe are essential to an outstanding 21st century education: creativity curiosity empathy reflection and resilience.
Summary of Position:
The Director of Facilities at the Friends School of Baltimore provides leadership for the maintenance and development of the Schools 35-acre campus and 270000 square feet of academic administrative and operational spaces. With a budget of $2.7M and 7 FTEs this role oversees facilities operations groundskeeping and capital projects to ensure a safe sustainable and mission-aligned learning environment. A central focus of this position is expertise in project management contract administration and vendor oversight ensuring that facilities initiatives are delivered timely on budget and to the highest standards.
Core Responsibilities:
Strategic Facilities Leadership
- Provide vision and direction for day-to-day facilities operations aligned with the Schools mission Quaker values and strategic goals.
- Supervise Facilities personnel and ensure schedules and task assignments are developed communicated and maintained with adequate staffing plans and equipment that position the team for success and compliance.
- Cultivate working relationships throughout the campus to understand needs and concerns and to provide guidance and resources to support campus programs and operations.
Project & Contract Management
- Lead planning bidding and execution of capital projects renovations and infrastructure improvements.
- Develop and manage RFPs contracts and vendor relationships for facilities services.
- Monitor project budgets timelines and quality standards to ensure successful outcomes.
- Partner with leadership and consultants on long-range campus planning.
Operations & Compliance
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for buildings and systems (HVAC electrical plumbing exterior building envelopes etc).
- Ensure compliance with building codes safety regulations and environmental standards.
- Maintain records of inspections permits warranties and service agreements.
Budget & Resource Management
- Ensures alignment of short and long-term initiatives that support Friends broader strategic goal of advancing energy efficiencies across all resource domains environmental human and financial.
- Prepare and manage annual facilities operating and capital budgets
- Track expenditures identify efficiencies and allocate resources effectively.
- Develops and monitors staffing needs across the team to include periodic performance reviews of team members and addresses employee staff issues/concerns on a timely basis.
- Advance initiatives in integrated energy planning that enhance operational efficiency reduce environmental impact and strengthens institutional resilience in a cost-effective manner.
Reporting Lines:
The Director of Facilities reports to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer.
Compensation:
$120k-$130k
Schedule and Location
Full-time; 40 hrs./week; Monday-Friday; In person
This is an exempt position that requires flexibility to work evenings weekends and extended hours as needed. The Director of Facilities must be available to respond to emergent campus needs including urgent repairs weather events and other critical incidents.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in facilities management engineering architecture construction management or related field required.
- Minimum 5-7 years of progressively responsible leadership in facilities or campus operations ideally in an educational or institutional setting.
- Demonstrated expertise in project management contract administration and vendor oversight including experience managing capital projects from planning through execution.
- Proven track record of supervising teams and managing external service providers (maintenance housekeeping landscaping safety etc.)
Required Skills:
- Strong organizational and financial management skills including budget development and resource allocation.
- Knowledge of building systems (HVAC electrical plumbing roofing) and preventive maintenance programs.
- Familiarity with building codes safety regulations and environmental compliance.
- Excellent communication collaboration and leadership abilities.
- Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Friends School of Baltimore offers a host of benefits including Medical Dental Vision 403(b) match up to 5% Legal Services Pet Insurance and Life AD&D STD & LTD. Additional information on benefits can be provided upon request.
Friends School of Baltimore actively promotes equity diversity and inclusion in all programs and operations including admissions financial aid and hiring. To form a community which strives to reflect the worlds diversity we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color religion age nationality ethnicity economic background disability status genetics protected veteran status sex gender identity or expression or sexual orientation. Friends School of Baltimore is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups who might enrich and diversify the school community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
