Director of Buildings and Grounds

At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do.

As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive. We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.

You are welcome  belong at Hopkins.

Please note that this position has become available due to a resignation.

The Director of Buildings and Grounds leads the district's Buildings and Grounds Department, providing strategic leadership and day-to-day management of facility operations, maintenance, custodial services, and grounds care. The Director of Buildings and Grounds also provides leadership for the Transportation department and supervises the Assistant Director of Transportation. Reporting to the Executive Director of Technology & Operations, this position ensures safe, inclusive, well-maintained, and innovative learning environments that reflect Hopkins Public Schools' core values of authentic inclusivity, vigilant equity, optimizing innovation, humility of heart, intentionally adventurous leadership, and love.

The Director also manages major facility projects, deferred maintenance, and capital improvements, aligning all work with the district's mission and Vision 2031.

• Leads and supervises all Buildings and Grounds staff; fosters a collaborative, inclusive culture rooted in respect, love, and continuous learning.
• Assigns responsibilities, evaluates performance, and supports professional growth and team development.
• Establishes department priorities that reflect the district's equity-centered vision and ensure high-quality physical learning environments.
• Leads with
  humility of heart and compassion, building trust with staff and community members.

• Oversees daily operations and long-term planning for all district facilities, mechanical systems, and grounds.
• Ensures facilities are safe, clean, accessible, welcoming, and culturally responsive for all students, staff, and families.
• Conducts routine building inspections and coordinates preventive and emergency maintenance.
  Leads sustainability and energy-efficiency efforts in alignment with
  innovative and adventurous district goals.

• Serves as project manager for capital construction, renovations, and deferred maintenance.
• Collaborates with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure project design aligns with district standards and values.
• Oversees construction phases to ensure timelines, budgets, and quality expectations are met.
• Provides transparent communication to stakeholders regarding project progress and decisions.

• Develops and manages the department's annual operating and capital budgets.
• Forecasts staffing, equipment, utility, and material needs.
• Seeks opportunities for cost-effective operations while maintaining high standards for facilities.
• Prepares financial reports and recommendations for district leadership.

• Engages in long-term planning to address facility aging, system life cycles, and school capacity needs.
• Collaborates with district and building leaders to identify and prioritize equity-centered facility improvements.
• Uses
  vigilant equity practices to ensure all physical spaces support full participation and a sense of belonging for every student.
• Champions innovation in physical…