Director of Facilities and Fleet Services

Nature of Work

The City of Grand Rapids is conducting a national search for a Director of Facilities and Fleet Management. The purpose of this job is to manage and direct the overall activities and operations of the Facilities and Fleet Management Department. The role includes repairs and replacement of City-owned assets such as buildings, grounds, motor vehicles, heavy equipment, off‑road equipment and miscellaneous related equipment.

It also oversees vehicle impound and storage operations and surplus asset disposition for the organization.

• Provide vision, direction, leadership and strategic planning for all the various business units within the department
• Develop comprehensive Asset Management strategies and procedures to ensure the correct investment timing
• Provide direction to subordinate business unit managers and support staff to ensure daily operations and departmental outcomes are achieved
• Research and study industry best practices, new technology advancements, and safety standards to ensure operations are efficient, innovative and sustainable
• Develop strategic, long‑term capital replacement schedules tied to financing sources and revenue streams
• Ensure organizational managers and department directors have adequate facilities and equipment to meet their business needs
• Interact with department staff to communicate daily objectives and general direction of operations
• Review and prepare department policies, procedures, budgets, and strategic plans
• Check progress on scheduled facility‑related projects and motor equipment procurement
• Provide administrative direction on facility and motor equipment preventative maintenance and repair activities
• Perform related work as required

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management or a related field
• At least seven (7) years of related work experience in facility and fleet maintenance and repair work and administration of public works activities, including supervisory experience
• Or any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Grand Rapids is the second‑largest city in Michigan and the largest city in West Michigan. It sits on the Grand River about 30 miles east of Lake Michigan and three hours from Chicago. The City’s population is 198,829 and covers an area of 45 square miles. The combined statistical area of Grand Rapids‑Muskegon‑Holland is 1.3 million.

The City has received numerous recognitions, including Best U.S. City to Invest in Housing, Fastest Growing Economy, #1 City to Raise a Family, and #1 Hottest Real Estate Market to Watch. The Art Prize Festival was ranked one of the Top Five Festivals Worldwide. Fifteen craft breweries are located within Grand Rapids, making it locally known as Michigan’s “Beer City.” Grand Rapids provides a full range of services to a multicultural group of residents, students, and visitors.

The metropolitan area hosts fifteen institutions of higher learning and offers more than 75 parks and year‑round recreation programs.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield, starting on the first day
• 6% Employee & 6% Employer matching 401(a)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Tuition Reimbursement up to master’s degree
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with 5 free mental health visits per issue
• Comprehensive Wellness program
• Voluntary benefits including term life insurance, flexible spending account, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application. The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other non‑merit factor.

Posting will be active until filled. The first application review will be on February 20th, 2026.