General Definition of Work:
Plan and manage the facilities, grounds and health and safety programs of the district, as required by federal, state and local mandates. Provide coordination for facility and site improvements projects and processes by working closely with district personnel, professional consultants and contractors. Utilize district operation standards and policies to ensure projects are completed in a quality manner, on time and within budget. The Facilities and Grounds Manager has responsibility for overseeing all aspects of facilities management in conjunction with the department director, including personnel within the department.
Essential Functions
- Assist the department director in establishing, implementing and evaluating effective policies and procedures, budgets and procedures for increasing facilities, grounds and health and safety efficiency to build a positive environment for achieving educational outcomes.
- Oversee assigned construction projects to ensure budget and schedule are adhered to, maintain complete audit files, as well as ensure quality of materials and workmanship are utilized.
- Coordinate the district’s emergency management and reunification process; maintain technology, policies, maps and communications with local police, fire and sheriff departments.
- Coordinate district work order system; assign work orders to department staff, approve work orders, monitor progress of work orders and inspect completed work orders.
- Ensure proper record keeping including collection, organization, processing and archiving of documents such as permits, change directives, pay applications, warranties and all other project related documents.
- Develop and present training programs and presentations as necessary.
- Ensure all SDS manuals are up to date.
- Monitor and communicate department progress with committees, administrators and staff.
- Assist the department director in coordinating the Facilities and Health & Safety committees; lead committee meetings as needed.
- Analyze department data collected from various records to help determine effective goals and processes.
- Serve as a member of various building teams and act as a liaison; assists staff, students and families in understanding building and district policies, procedures and requirements.
- Recommend the hiring, promotion, discipline and/or dismissal of building engineers, maintenance and custodial employees.
- Foster an attitude of support and teamwork among all parties associated with the facility improvement process, workers comp, emergency management, and facility security.
- Maintain flow of all invoices, PO’s, and receipts. Ensure timely payment of all liabilities.
- Stay current with best practices research and strategies.
- Respond to alarms, emergencies and personnel at all hours of the day and night.
- Other duties may be assigned.