Director of School Facilities

This website is Audio Eye enabled and is being optimized for accessibility. To open the Audio Eye Toolbar, press "shift + =". Some assistive technologies may require the use of a passthrough function before this keystroke. For more information, activate the button labeled "Explore your accessibility options".

• Position Type:
  District Support/ Director of School Facilities
• Date Posted:
  10/14/2026
• Location:
  
  Farmington Public Schools Central Office
• Date Available:
  
  12/01/2026

Farmington Public Schools is seeking an experienced Director of School Facilities for our 7 schools.

The Director of School Facilities is responsible for the total operation of the school system's maintenance and custodial programs in accordance with policies and regulations prescribed by the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools.

The Director of School Facilities is responsible for providing leadership and management for the continuous improvement of the overall maintenance operation serving a 4,000+ student population.

The position presents a challenging leadership opportunity in managing seven schools totaling approximately 670,000 square feet. Developing long-range major projects, planning and scheduling work assignments within defined time periods and maintaining financial and operational controls are essential components of this position.

• Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in business administration, facility management, a related field OR at least 10 years of related experience.
• Candidates should be prepared academically and with related work experience in the field of maintenance and operation of schools.
• Candidates should have three to five years of supervisory experience associated with managing, scheduling and budget preparation in building repair and renovation projects.
• Candidates should have experience in hiring, managing, and evaluating personnel.
• Consideration will be given to the following:
  • knowledge of building trades and mechanical systems.
  • knowledge of building security and safety, custodial operations and grounds management.
  • knowledge of computer applications necessary to schedule projects, maintain inventory and record building projects.
  • communication and leadership skills; and planning, organizing and budgeting skills.

of the Director for fiscal year 26-27*: $140,000-$160,000, based on experience, full-year position (
* prorated for fiscal year July 1 - June 30)

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance $100,000, LTD, 401a Defined Contribution Plan

Paid time off includes 13 holidays, 20 vacation days, 20 sick days, 5 planned absence days (prorated to start date)

• Plan, organize, direct and control all aspects of school plant maintenance
• Institute procedures for preventive maintenance and provide training to head custodians
• Achieve optimum standards of building and grounds housekeeping and building maintenance
• Serve as the district liaison for all building projects by attending all Building Committee meetings and other meetings, as necessary, providing all reasonable requests for information and assistance, and initiating activities and involvement of district staff.

• Hire, direct and evaluate personnel as authorized by school policy
• Plan in-service training programs for maintenance and custodial staff
• Maintain work records, schedule vacations and implement policies and procedures required by health, safety and labor regulations
• Prepare and conduct annual job evaluations of the maintenance staff in conjunction with the building principal

• Inspect schools periodically and consult on:
  • Operational needs, operational difficulties, maintenance needs, safety and security issues and grounds upkeep
• Serve as District's coordinator of the Safety Services Program, including asbestos management, hazard communications, updating OSHA standards and regulations, underground storage tanks, training, pesticide notice, green cleaning, application, reporting, radon testing, and so forth.

• Prepare Facilities budget for review by the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations
• Prepare specifications and plans for purchasing supplies, materials and equipment
• Review bids, recommend awards and assist Town Purchasing Agent on Capital Projects
• Responsible for the proper operation, maintenance and repair of buildings and building equipment systems
• Make…