Director of General Services
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 83200 - 83200
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Description
Working at Harris County Precinct 4:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring heart hustle and higher standards to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative dynamic and forward-looking.
What you will do forHarris County Precinct 4 (HCP4)
The Director of General Services for Harris County Precinct 4 (P4) is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing a broad range of operational support services that ensure the effective safe and efficient functioning of precinct facilities and programs. This position manages key areas including facilities maintenance asset and inventory control procurement coordination security operations and emergency preparedness.
The ideal candidate brings a strong operational background a proactive mindset and a deep commitment to public service. Success in this role requires more than technical expertiseit demands Heart in serving the community with compassion and integrity Hustle in driving results and solving problems with urgency and a commitment to Higher Standards in every aspect of service delivery. The Director reporting to the Sr. Director of Operations works closely with internal departments and external partners to align services with strategic goals and community needs while fostering a culture of excellence accountability and innovation.Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Facilities and Equipment Oversight- Serve as the precincts owners representative for all facilities responsible for safe efficient and compliant operations across community centers parks assets service centers warehouses and administrative offices.
- Own the Facilities Management Plan (policy standards and playbooks) including preventive maintenance (PM) schedules work-order SLAs and service level agreements with internal teams and vendors; manage the CMMS (e.g. ServiceNow) to track work orders PM completion asset lifecycle and costs.
- Oversee all building systems (HVAC electrical plumbing life safety access control generators) and coordinate testing inspections and corrective actions; maintain compliance with FMO OSHA ADA environmental (EHS) and other applicable codes/permits.
- Direct custodial grounds and minor repairs programs; set standards for cleanliness curb appeal and safety; implement routine facility audits and publish corrective action plans.
- Lead space planning moves and small capital projects in coordination with the Infrastructure team; review drawings phasing and commissioning plans to ensure operations continuity and code compliance.
- Manage vendor performance (RFP input scope of work KPIs invoice validation) control warranties and optimize cost per square foot and energy/water use in partnership with Finance/Infrastructure.
- Maintain the Facilities Emergency Plan in alignment with COOP/IMT; ensure facilities-specific emergency procedures shut-down/start-up checklists and post-incident assessments are current and trained..
- Prepare the annual facilities capital plan (renewals replacements compliance-driven fixes); prioritize risk cost and service impact; track delivery with Infrastructure and Procurement.
- Own the inspection calendar (FMO elevators backflow boilers life-safety ADA) and corrective action close-outs; maintain documentation for audits and public records.
- Act as Precinct 4 liaison to Harris County law enforcement agencies to support security needs for parks community centers and special events.
- Serve as the point of contact for precinct-wide security initiatives including maintaining data sets generating weekly reports and managing programs such as the FLOCK camera system.
- Integrate facility security risk assessments (lighting cameras access control incident trends) into the FM audit cycle; prioritize mitigations and track completion.
- Implement organizational process or policy changes as needed to improve operational efficiency.
- Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
- Set departmental goals and deadlines in alignment with precinct priorities.
- Plan administer and control budgets for contracts equipment and supplies.
- Support the Operations Section Deputy for the precincts Continuity of Operations (COOP) plan if or when activated
- Participate in emergency management operations as a Tier 1 Essential Employee and be available for after-hours response during unusual or emergency situations.
- Provide governance and oversight for the senior bus program and other precinct transportation activities (no day-to-day dispatch/scheduling) establishing policies safety standards and performance expectations.
- Ensure regulatory and policy compliance (applicable federal/state/county rules; ADA considerations for riders; incident response and reporting protocols).
- Implement program analytics: on-time performance ridership trip denials service reliability customer feedback and complaint resolution; publish quarterly dashboards.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and operations of Precinct 4.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please call or email
Requirements
Education & Experience:
Bachelors degree in Public Administration Business Administration Facilities Management or a related field from an accredited college or university
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in operations facilities or general services management preferably in a government or public sector setting
OR:
Associates degree in a related field from an accredited college or university
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience
OR:
High school diploma or GED equivalentfrom an accredited college or university
Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Texas drivers license and maintain a good driving record.
- An updated cover letter résumé and writing sample are required for all applicants.
- Strong written communication skills are essential. Applicants must submit a writing sample that demonstrates their ability to convey information clearly and professionally. Preferred formatsinclude a memo standard operating procedure (SOP) project summary manual orsimilar document that reflects the applicants ability to communicate technical or operational information effectively.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and complex projects.
- Strong knowledge of facilities operations procurement processes and administrative services.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel Outlook and Teams.
- Excellent organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge of OSHA and Fire Marshals Office (FMO) regulations.
- In-depth understanding of environmental health and safety (EHS) standards with the ability to translate requirements into effective programs and practices.
- Familiarity with facility equipment and systems including safety and computer-based technologies.
- NIMS certifications preferred including IS-100.c IS-200.c IS-2200 IS-700.b and IS-800.d.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Strong ability to interpret and explain policies procedures regulations and legal requirements.
- Proven leadership team-building problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to managing responsibilities and driving improvements.
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supportingdocumentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Education:
- Masters degree in Public Administration Business Administration Facilities Management or a related fieldof studyfrom an accredited college or university (preferred)
- Experience with software platforms such as Fleetio BusHive ServiceNow and OpenGov. (preferred)
- Prior experience in a government or public sector environment particularly within Harris County. (preferred)
- Familiarity with Harris County operations and Precinct 4 priorities.(preferred)
General Information
Position Type Salary and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
Location:
Tomball Service Center 14444 Holderrieth Rd Tomball TX 77377
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- This position requires a significant amount of time outdoors and exposure to a variety of environmental and extreme weather conditions. This position also requires traveling to parks located throughout the precinct and at long distances. The ability to work outdoors during all seasons and to drive safely is essential. The ability to operate standard office equipment and software platforms is required.
- Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools materials and equipment over rough terrain; climbing reaching and bending. Frequently to walk sit talk drive hear bend stoop twist and balance.
What You Will Get in Return:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring heart hustle and higher standards to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative dynamic and forward-looking.
Featured Benefits:
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation sick-time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER you need special services or accommodations please call or email
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
