Director of Facilties, Grounds, Safety

• Location:
  
  West Chicago Elementary School District 33
• Date Available:
  
  07/01/2027
• Closing Date:
  Open until Filled

District 33 Mission:
Equip students to become life-long learners who embrace diversity, welcome innovation, and aspire to be catalysts for positive change and growth.

District 33 Vision:

• To be recognized as the school district that fosters:
• An innovative, rigorous & future-oriented education
• A culture of equity, diversity & personalized learning
• Student agency to develop voice, choice, ownership & self-sufficiency
• Active community partnerships

District 33 Core Values:

• Partnerships
• Equity
• High expectations
• Support for the whole child
• High levels of engagement
• Trusting relationships

Position Summary:
The Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Safety is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the District's facilities, operations, and safety goals and objectives. This position oversees the administration of policies and procedures that ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of all District buildings and grounds. The Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Safety supervises facilities, custodial, and grounds staff, ensuring that all operations are conducted in compliance with applicable laws, Board policies, and administrative regulations.

Additionally, the Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Safety is responsible for maintaining accurate, transparent, and auditable records related to facilities operations, maintenance activities, and regulatory compliance for the District.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred, or a minimum of five years of experience in a related position.
• Certified Professional Maintenance Manager (CPMM) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in operations and facilities required.
• Building administrator experience preferred (Principal, Assistant Principal, Dean, etc)
• Commitment to 5 years in this position
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Board paid 70% PPO and 80% HMO)
• Free life insurance equal to base salary
• Retirement plan options
• Board Paid TRS
• $500 towards professional dues and memberships

Work Schedule:
12 Months, Full Time

Starting Salary Range: $134,625 - $144,596+ Board Paid TRS, based on experience

West Chicago Elementary School District 33 is a Pre-K through 8th grade system with a Birth to 3 program, Preschool, five elementary schools, and one 6/7/8 middle school. West Chicago Elementary School District 33's population reflects the diverse demographics of West Chicago and portions of Winfield and Wheaton, from which it draws its student enrollment. The overall student population is approximately 3,000.

Of that number, approximately 81.1% of the students come from Hispanic origins, 12.3% White, 3.2% Asian/Pacific Islander and 3.2% Black.

The Mission of West Chicago Elementary School District 33 is to equip students to become life-long learners who embrace diversity, welcome innovation, and aspire to be catalysts for positive change and growth.

• An innovative, rigorous & future-oriented education
• A culture of equity, diversity & personalized learning
• Student agency to develop voice, choice, ownership & self-sufficiency