Director, Facilities

Overview

NOTICE TO APPLICANT

This position will be open until filled.
You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.

Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.

Job Description

PURPOSE SUMMARY. Direct, manage, and oversee the operations, activities, and programs for the Facilities department including vector control, grounds maintenance, property management, and facilities and building maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES.

This is a safety sensitive position.

1. Leadership & Strategic Management

• Plan, direct, manage, and oversee the daily operations of the Facilities and Services department.
• Lead the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to meet legal requirements and County needs.
• Develop long- and short-range strategic plans to meet evolving service demands and regional development goals.
• Ensure departmental goals, objectives, and initiatives are strategically aligned with the County's overall mission and strategic plan.
• Provide input to senior leadership to enhance service quality and contribute to interdepartmental collaboration as part of the County’s management team.
• Represent the department to committees, boards, advisory commissions, the County Commission, and the public; deliver presentations and respond to inquiries.

2. Personnel & Organizational Development

• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, including assignment of work, training, supervision, and professional development.
• Administer personnel policies and procedures; conduct interviews, performance evaluations, coaching, counseling, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Oversee performance management processes and ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
• Promote a culture of continuous professional development by ensuring employees maintain current certifications and pursue new, relevant credentials.
• Establish and maintain succession planning processes to evaluate key positions and develop readiness plans.

3. Financial Oversight

• Prepare, monitor, and manage departmental budgets; approve expenditures and ensure operations remain within appropriations.
• Develop and negotiate agreements and contracts; monitor compliance and performance to ensure obligations are met.

4. Operational Efficiency & Program Evaluation

• Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery; identifies opportunities for improvement and directs the implementation of change.
• Conduct research and analysis; prepare studies, reports, and recommendations to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Design, administer, and evaluate departmental programs and services; ensure procedural and legal compliance.
• Oversee grant management, including identifying funding opportunities, coordinating application submissions, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and monitoring performance and financial reporting to maximize funding impact and accountability.

5. Interdepartmental & External Coordination

• Coordinate departmental activities with other County departments and external agencies on projects of mutual interest (i.e. ICIP).
• Proactively engage with residents, vendors, contractors, consultants, and elected officials to provide information and resolve concerns.

6. Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Monitor and evaluate legislative and regulatory activity; recommend and implement changes to ensure compliance.
• Ensure departmental operations meet or exceed all applicable federal and state regulations, particularly relating to public water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Maintain accurate and compliant records as required by law or policy.
• May approve report submittals on behalf of the county.

7. Strategic Facilities, Safety & Capital Planning

• Provide executive oversight for facilities compliance with accessibility, life-safety, and building code requirements, including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, to ensure safe and inclusive County facilities.
• Collaborate with the Office of Emergency Management and other stakeholders…