Director of Buildings - Philadelphia, United States - Northern Children's Services

Northern Children's Services

Verified Company

Philadelphia, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Full time

Description

Director of Buildings & Grounds

Overview:

The Director of Buildings & Grounds is a pivotal leadership role overseeing all maintenance, improvement, and aesthetics across the 6.5 acre, 6-building (three residential) campus.

Responsible for managing a team of eight part-time and full-time staff, ensuring the highest standards in building maintenance, grounds keeping, and campus appearance are consistently met.

Monitors the effectiveness of his department regarding the appropriateness of projects, timeliness, and cost, whether direct staff is assigned to complete the project or the project is outsourced.

Manage all contract work and project bids, including snow removal, landscaping, and pool services, etc. Assures information about the progress and status of projects is accurately and appropriately communicated to all relevant parties.

Reporting Line:
Reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and/or the Chief Financial Officer.

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

Provide visionary leadership to the Buildings & Grounds Department, overseeing maintenance, custodial services, and security personnel.
Supervise, mentor, and guide staff to ensure efficient operations and adherence to established standards.
Serve as staff support to the Buildings and Grounds Committee of the Board of Trustees, offering insights and recommendations.

Campus Maintenance and Improvement:

Develop and implement strategies for the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of buildings and grounds to meet the highest quality standards.
Create and manage projects with defined timeframes and budgets, ensuring work is executed according to established plans.

Compliance and Standards:

Ensure compliance with the requirements of regulatory bodies pertaining to buildings and grounds.
Implement necessary measures to meet and exceed accreditation standards in all relevant aspects.

Collaboration and Communication:

Foster effective communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders, departments, and external vendors or contractors.
Act as a liaison between different departments to streamline maintenance and improvement processes.

Qualifications:

Prior experience in facilities management, preferably in a similar setting.
Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage and motivate teams effectively.
Understanding of regulatory standards, and experience in implementing compliance measures.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Strong project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling.
Ability to fully utilize the ticketing system for all buildings and grounds related tasks, projects, and activities.

Schedule:

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FULL TIME POSITION, with the flexibility to work additional hours if necessary.

Conclusion:

The Director of Buildings & Grounds plays a pivotal role in ensuring the overall functionality, aesthetics, and compliance of the facility.

This position requires a dedicated leader capable of managing a diverse team, implementing high-quality maintenance projects, and upholding regulatory standards.

Trauma-Informed Behavior:

Willingness to learn and maintain the value of a traumainformed culture.
Commit to the maintenance of a therapeutic environment and community that promotes safety, nonviolence, and resilience as the basis for all we do with clients and staff.
Knowledge and utilization of traumainformed practices:
Emotional intelligence
Effective communication
Understanding of the impact of trauma on human development
Use of personfirst and strengthsbased language

**Americans with Disabilities: As with all positions at Northern Children's Services, Inc. we recognize the importance of accommodations individuals with disabilities. In that, we are committed to every extent possible accommodating disabled individuals. We recognize the American With Disabilities Act of 1991 and understand the need to reasonably accommodate employees. All accommodation will be evaluated on case
- by
- case basis, evaluating the essential functions of the positions.****DISCRIMINATION IS PROHIBITED IN EMPLOYMENT, PROMOTION, ASSIGNMENT OR DISMISSAL, ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, and HANDICAP, OR RECEIPT OF SERVICES FOR MENTAL DISABILITY.