Chief Facilities Operating Officer - Santa Cruz, CA, United States - Housing Matters Santa Cruz

Description

Salary Range: $127,388.00 To 133,704.00 Annually

Chief Facilities Operating Officer

Housing Matters partners with individuals and families to create pathways out of their homelessness into permanent housing. We are a leader in working to end homelessness – and we want you to be part of our team We are looking for individuals eager to make a difference and willing to enthusiastically commit to joining our vision that homelessness in Santa Cruz County should be rare, brief, and non-recurring.

Working under the direction of the Housing Matters Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Facilities Operating Officer (CFOO) will be a strategic leader and thought partner to the Chief Executive Officer, will be a hands-on participative manager and will lead and develop an internal team to support the following areas: Property Management, Physical Plant, Kitchen, IT Infrastructure, Campus Safety, and Capital Projects Management.

Hours and Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position, eligible for medical, dental, vision, 403b, and our generous PTO plan

Wages

Band 6: Executives

$127,338 $133,704 $140,390 $147,409 $154,780 $162,519

CFOO Starting Wage (DOE):

Step 1: $127,338 Step 2: $133,704

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Proven experience in facilities management or relevant roles required

A minimum of a B.A. or years of relevant experience required

At least 7-10 years of overall professional experience; ideally 6+ years of broad operations management experience

Must pass a background check

Thorough knowledge of:

Demonstrable competency in:

Facilities or Construction Management

IT/Business infrastructure

Leadership and management methods and techniques

Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving

Verbal and written communication skills

Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and various technology platforms

Technology and software installation management

Some knowledge of:

Barriers to housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Santa Cruz County

Ability to:

Think strategically, anticipate future consequences and trends, and incorporate them into organizational planning

Demonstrate strong management and leadership skills; build relationships and connect with people individually and in groups

Communicate clearly and effectively with the CEO, Board of Directors, staff, and vendors

Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations

Commit to training programs that maximize individual and organizational goals across the organization including best practices in human resources activities

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced dynamic environment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Plans, coordinates, and oversees the maintenance, renovation, and safety needs of all Housing Matters facility assets

Completes, reviews, or evaluates business case ROI studies for projects and purchases

Develops and implements department goals and policies, including short-term and long-range strategic and project plans

Assist with facilities and capital budgets and spending to ensure initiatives operate within funding limits

Actively participate in Housing Matters facility planning (Housing Matters' Strategic Plan) and corresponding development activities for both current and proposed facility sites

Provide a high level of property management and asset management expertise, analytical ability, and financial acumen

Oversee efficient and accurate lease-up processes

Establish positive, productive relationships with all funding/regulatory agencies that support the communities in the managed portfolios

Schedule and prepare thorough updates of property status and special issues in meetings with property management staff and Housing Matters leadership

Ensure compliance with all federal and state laws including anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws and regulations. Qualified candidates should possess a working knowledge of federal and state initiatives not limited to:

Requirements for federal housing programs

HUD Section 8 Project and Tenant-Based Programs

State-funded housing programs

Establishes Maintenance, Custodial, and Kitchen team goals and objectives along with work standards, as a means for evaluating the quality and progress of all ongoing projects

Establishes and maintains Health and Safety inspections/drills, policies, procedures, and training

Provide staff management to include hiring, development, training, performance management, and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operations

Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication

Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics

Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance

Resolves conflicts among contractors, consultants, neighbors, staff, and others as applicable

Supports responses to records requests and any litigation regarding the development of facilities and land acquisition

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Housing Matters without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer-related and genetic characteristics), marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 18), veteran status, gender, pregnancy, or any other non-merit factor unrelated to job duties. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: recruitment; advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training (including apprenticeship), employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer.