Public Buildings Facility Manager

Job Overview

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!

The Public Works Department is actively seeking a Public Buildings Facility Manager.

Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on‑time payments.

This position reports to the Chief of Public Buildings and is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, budget, capital improvement, security and custodial services for approximately 800 buildings totaling over nine million square feet within the City of Jacksonville.

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Writes bids and technical specifications as they relate to all facility needs for capital projects, repairs, improvements and maintenance.
• Specifies equipment, making field inspections, and reviewing existing field conditions as may be required in the planning of new facilities, additions, or alterations.
• Attends administrative/project related meetings.
• Procures and tracks supplies and expends funds (General Fund, Capital).
• Calculates and compares costs for required goods or services to achieve maximum value.
• Manages and leads change to ensure minimum disruption to core activities.
• Manages expansion/renovation/remodeling/construction projects.
• Assists in the evaluation of new and existing facilities for long range planning purposes.
• Supervises and manages the work of assigned staff and contractors/vendors.
• Trains direct reports in procedures and policies relative to their responsibilities.
• Maintains records and up to date information on the condition of each building, report and track preventive and other maintenance.
• Assists with management of Public Building’s budget for facilities including development, implementation and monitoring of the annual operating budget.
• Ensures that preventive maintenance, asset management and contractor oversight functions are completed in accordance with city policies and procedures, and industry best practices.
• Reads, understands, and interprets construction drawings and specifications.
• Evaluates individual contributions and group performance and establishes procedures to maximize the effectiveness of the group.
• Coordinates work in progress with management personnel of other sections in the Public Works Department.
• Plays a major role in Public Building’s annual and strategic planning process including implementing goals and related objectives identified in the City’s/Department’s Strategic Plan as they relate to City facilities.
• Reviews and approves vendor invoices.
• Ensures adherence to good safety procedures.
• Follows Federal and State laws, as well as City of Jacksonville policies.
• Communicates clear direction, manages for results, and leads organizational change.
• Assigns responsibility, takes corrective action, and demonstrates leadership in evaluating, developing, and motivating employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief of Public Buildings.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction Management, or related field.
  • Five (5) years of professional experience in managing multiple facilities including custodial services, daily maintenance and preventive maintenance.
• Certified Facility Manager credentials, current registration as an architect, licensed general contractor or professional engineer.
• MS - MBA - MPA from an accredited institution - preferred.

• A valid driver's license is required prior to application and must be maintained during employment in this class.
• Must qualify prior to application, obtain, and maintain during…