Director of Facilities

** Job Summary*
* The Director, Facilities for hospitals oversees the operations, maintenance, and management of all facility-related services across the hospital campus. This role is responsible for ensuring that the physical environment of the hospital supports the organization's mission of providing high-quality patient care. The Director of Facilities will lead a team in maintaining a safe, compliant, and efficient environment, in alignment with healthcare industry standards and regulations.

** Essential Functions*
* + Manages and directly supervises a team of facility managers, technicians, and support staff.

+ Conducts regular performance evaluations, set goals, and identify professional development opportunities for team members.

+ Oversees the day-to-day operations of all hospital facilities, ensuring that the physical infrastructure, including buildings, equipment, and systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.), are functioning effectively and efficiently.

+ Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, ADA, Joint Commission, and other healthcare standards). Maintain and prepare for inspections, audits, and certifications.

+ Serves as the primary liaison between facilities management and other hospital departments (clinical, administrative, etc.), ensuring that facility needs are met and operational goals are aligned with hospital objectives.

+ Develops and manages the facility operations budget, including forecasting capital and operational expenditures. Ensure cost-effective management of resources without compromising quality or safety.

+ Ensures staff compliance with hospital policies, health and safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

+ Provides clear direction and support to ensure high performance and alignment with organizational goals.

+ Collaborates with other departments to problem solve ongoing issues that impact department/organization goals and/or patient care delivery.

+ Incorporates quality improvement data and/or patient satisfaction data into departmental goals.

+ Establishes short and long term goals in order to be consistent with NHS goals.

+ Executes problem identification, data gathering, and implementation of strategy actions that are in the best interest of the department and its mission, values and philosophy.

+ Maintains accurate employee files and ensures employees are properly trained and oriented in a timely manner.

+ Establishes, reviews, and updates department policies/procedures and job descriptions necessary for effective and efficient management.

+ Provides support and guidance based on needs assessment.

+ Ensure the hospital environment is safe and conducive to patient care by maintaining strict adherence to health and safety standards. Address issues such as infection control, facility-related hazards, and patient safety.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

+ Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

+ Complies with all policies and standards.

** Leadership Responsibilities*
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** Supervision and Staff Management*
* + Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.

+ Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.

+ Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.

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** Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight*
* + Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.

+ Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.

+ Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.

+ Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.

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** Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance*
* + Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.

+ Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.

+ Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.

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** Collaboration and Communication*
* + Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.

+ Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.

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** Staff Responsibilities*
* + May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

** Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or

+  Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required

+ Master's Degree  preferred

+ 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required

+ 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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