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Director of Facilities and Transportation

Oxford Public Schools
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Oxford, Connecticut, United States
$95,000 - $105,000 USD yearly

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.