Barrington Public Schools- Director of Facilities

Director Of Facilities

Broad Function:
Under the general direction of the Superintendent of Schools, develops and directs the programs of capital outlay (for maintenance and repair), maintenance, and plant operation, and has general charge of the personnel working in this capacity. In addition, the Director represents the School Committee's interest in, and oversees all major school construction projects and serves as the liaison between the Barrington Public Schools and School Building Committees for all school construction projects.

Reports To:

Superintendent

Supervises:
Building Custodians & Maintenance Personnel

Qualifications:

A Master's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, or Building Maintenance/Administration preferred. (Will consider candidates with a Bachelor's Degree with evidence of substantial experience.) At least five years of supervisory and experience in multi-facility management. Demonstrate knowledge of HVAC, construction projects, health and safety regulations, financial and management practices, purchasing, supervision and motivation of personnel, and state and local regulations regarding the maintenance of buildings and equipment.

Hold and maintain a current and valid Rhode Island Motor Vehicle Operators License, with no serious violations.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
Have excellent leadership and organizational skills and the ability to motivate people. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community. Be required to work in a supervisory capacity with the maintenance and custodial staff. Experience in the supervision of a unionized workforce. The Director shall be sufficiently skilled in human relations to successfully perform in this capacity with reasonable success.

Be sufficiently articulate to communicate Board policy and Administrative regulations to the general public as its members seek such interpretation and clarification. The Director shall receive business representatives and exchange ideas and pertinent information with them for the purpose of determining and negotiating necessary purchases. Prepare in writing detailed and precise specifications for all contracted maintenance programs and arrange for public bidding as required.

Familiar with computer software for word processing, data management, and telecommunications. Knowledge of electrical, heating, ventilation, sewerage, computer hardware and similar building systems. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings and schematic diagrams. Problem solving and managerial skills. Licensed in asbestos control or willing to obtain appropriate licenses. Develops contingency crisis planning and implements emergency procedures to ensure our school buildings are healthy and safe.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working with the Superintendent, the Director has the following duties and responsibilities:
Capital Outlay (maintenance and repair), Maintenance and Plant Operation:
Supervises maintenance staff and Custodial Manager who supervises the custodial and maintenance personnel. Meet and discuss issues with Union Officials, and respond to union grievances as applicable. Prepares bid specifications for supplies and contracted maintenance which includes all building services (to include, but limited to, heating and air conditioning systems, temperature control systems, kitchen equipment, clock systems, telecommunication systems, intercom systems, fire alarms and other life safety systems, security systems, etc.)

Publicly bids or secures quotations for the above; prepares purchase orders; negotiates and enters into contracts oversees and inspects purchases, construction and repairs and attends on-site meetings. Supervisory oversight of maintenance and custodial operations. Works closely with the building's lead custodians) to plan and schedule all maintenance and custodial personnel tasks (to include, but not limited to, inspections, maintenance, repairs, and routine servicing of all building systems;

repairs and inspections of building infrastructure including walls, ceilings, doors, windows, hardware and roofs; cleaning and care of floors, walls, bathrooms, classrooms, etc.; care of athletic fields and grounds; care of trees, lawns and shrubbery; snow and ice removal; etc.). Supervises the complete maintenance and repairs of Barrington Public Schools-owned vehicles and grounds equipment (snowplows, sanders, tractors, snow blowers, lawnmowers, weed whackers, etc.).

Prepares and keeps maintenance records. Requisition s all maintenance and custodial supplies and equipment. Implements and maintains inventory control systems. Anticipates and budgets for all major facility maintenance requirements (to include, but not limited to, electrical distribution systems, energy and/or fuel cell, plumbing systems, heating systems, air conditioning systems, ventilating systems, life safety systems, security systems,…