Sr. Operations Supervisor, Building Services INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Provides leadership and oversight for custodial and preventive building maintenance programs across an assigned geographic area. Ensures that schools and offices receive consistent high-quality timely and efficient operational services that support safe clean and well-maintained learning and working environments. Leads and develops field representatives supervisors and operations staff advances organizational standards and supports continuous improvement initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Oversees custodial and preventive maintenance operations within an assigned geographic area ensuring high-quality service delivery and adherence to established standards.
• Assigns reviews and coordinates the work of field representatives and operations staff. Conducts performance evaluations and recommends personnel actions including promotions transfers demotions and terminations.
• Coordinates capital program activities with the office of Facilities Construction and Improvement. Serves as a liaison between the office of Facilities Operations and Logistics and other Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) offices and Baltimore County Government.

• Collaborates with supervisors field representatives project managers inspectors and other stakeholders to ensure successful project completion.

• Oversees the procurement of materials supplies equipment and tools. Conducts research prepares bid specifications for material and equipment purchases meets with vendors and participates in pre-bid meetings and bid evaluations.

• Assists in the development and implementation of procedures for the Office of Facilities Operations and Logistics and other related documents.

• Ensures effective and efficient communications with school and office administrators principals faculty maintenance staff vendors contractors consultants parents and other stakeholders regarding operational matters.

• Communicates and responds to school and office emergencies providing timely coordination and support to ensure safety and continuity of operations.

• Reviews verifies and approves payroll records employee leave vacation schedules and procurement card use.

• Conducts grievance hearings and issues decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Oversees the activation of school facilities for use as emergency shelters at the direction of BCPS leadership and the Baltimore County Office of Emergency Preparedness.

• Directs the snow and ice removal program for the office of Facilities Operations and Logistics ensuring timely and safe response during inclement weather.

• Utilizes computer systems and office software to maintain operational records and prepare reports related to building operations.
• Develops and conducts in-house training and staff development programs to enhance workforce skills and performance.
• Travels to school and office sites to conduct inspections of operations and monitor operational effectiveness.

Education Training and Experience:

• Associate of Arts degree or the equivalent of two years of college coursework.
• Five years of experience in custodial services building operations building maintenance or a related field.
• Successful leadership experience in facility management.
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Note: Other combinations of applicable education training and experience that provide the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Licenses:

• Possession of a valid class C Maryland drivers license or an equivalent is required. (Required license must be maintained throughout employment in the position)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the methods practices materials supplies and equipment used in cleaning operating and maintaining schools offices and related facilities.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of boiler plant of building maintenance.
• Knowledge of management practices.
• Skill in supervising custodial housekeeping and building preventive maintenance services.
• Skill in ensuring that buildings and facilities are in a clean and orderly condition.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of building plant systems.
• Possess strong organizational interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
• Possess a thorough working knowledge of computer systems and be able to utilize computers as a record keeping tool be able to generate reports memos and letters.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers representatives of other agencies and departments and the public.
• Ability to represent the office at meetings.
• Ability to manage and coordinate custodial and preventive building maintenance programs in schools and offices within an assigned geographic area.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The duties of this class require travel to and the inspection of work sites throughout Baltimore County. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders to perform inspections and take measurements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Persons appointed to this class are designated as essential personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other addition persons appointed to this classmay be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Persons appointed to this class may be required to work on the second and third shifts.

RETIREMENT: For COUNTY - This position is eligible for the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System.

GRADE: 08 - OPE

SALARY:$92235 - $148354

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales other compensation and leave accruals at:

Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools- COMPENSATION:Position may be eligible for relocation bonus extra duty activities pay or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans dental plans vision life insurance flexible spending accounts disability coverage and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays sick personal business and bereavement days and flexible leave options such as FMLA sick bank and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age marital status sexual orientation gender identity genetic information disability or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth regarding the Boards nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Baltimore County Public Schools 6901 Charles Street Building B Towson Maryland 21204 ).

Application Instructions:

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.

• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals supervisors managers mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues friends community members etc. will not be accepted.

• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.

• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.

Proof of Licenses Certifications and Education:

• Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicants major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.

• Failure to submit proof of Licenses Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses certifications and/or education must be submitted with your application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency:

• Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at Requirements:

  • All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools regular and temporary are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.

  • Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.

  • If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.

  • Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.

  • Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.

  • All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.

  • Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

  Contact Information

  Susan Stansbury Director Staffing & Licensure