Director of Facilities and Transportation

Oxford Public Schools

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$95,000–$105,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Asset Management, Board of Education, Budgeting, Bus Driving, Buses, Capital Budgeting, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Contract Management, Educational Administration, Facilities Management, Facilities Planning, Facilities and Maintenance, Facility Management Software, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Multitasking, OSHA, Operations, Operations Management, Preventative Maintenance, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Public Administration, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Time Management, University/School Regulations, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
CT
POSTED
10 days ago

Position Title: Director of Facilities and Transportation

Reports to: Superintendent

Salary: $95,000-$105,000 commensurate with experience

Work year: 12-months

Position Summary:

The Oxford Public School District is seeking a strategic, versatile, and proactive Director of Facilities and Transportation to join our high-performing team. In this role, you will oversee facility operations, manage capital projects and District long-term capital planning, as well as manage all aspects of District transportation. This position requires a motivated, experienced professional, knowledgeable in all aspects of public school facilities management and applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development, implementation, and management of a comprehensive long term capital plan/long range facilities master plan aligned with District's strategic plan and enrollment projections, as well as collaborate with Town's capital projects committees
  • Lead and strategize the planning, organizing, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation of the school facilities' goals and objectives in the most cost efficient and effective manner
  • Manage all aspects of the District's facilities, including managing the daily operations of the school facilities department through hands-on teamwork with central office and school-based administration and support staff
  • Develop and administer the school facilities department's operating and capital budgets
  • Plan and manage all aspects of District transportation
  • Meet regularly with District transportation company and oversee District bus drivers/buses/vans
  • Hire vendors and contractors to repair, maintain, and provide preventive maintenance to District facilities and equipment
  • Manage vendor contracts and service agreements
  • Oversee facility operations, including managing and supervising daily work of custodial staff and District Maintenance Technician
  • Collaborate to provide emergency communication for transportation delays
  • Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal codes and regulations, including OSHA, DEP, and Department of Education requirements
  • Presents facilities-related reports and recommendations to the Superintendent and Board of Education
  • Attend Board of Education facility committee meetings, finance committee meetings as needed, business and workshop meetings as needed, and town meetings as needed
  • Utilizes facilities management software systems to track work orders, maintenance schedules, and asset management
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent and/or Superintendent

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, public administration, or related field or related experience in an associated field
  • 5+ years of experience in facilities management
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong understanding of public school facilities regulations and requirements
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent may deem acceptable and appropriate

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and responsibilities which comprises this position.

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Oxford Public Schools