What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Manager (Parks and Recreation) position at City of Fort Lauderdale?
Position Summary
The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a Facilities Manager
The Facilities Manager oversees planning and directing of the maintenance and repair of City facilities, buildings and structures; the operation, maintenance, and repair of street lighting; and the operations of centralized maintenance services. The employee will be responsible for supervising staff who inspects and maintains facility systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems to ensure optimal operating results. T his is a h ighly responsible managerial position with considerable difficult.
This is a classified position covered by the Personnel Rules.
Essential Job Functions
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
Bachelor's Degree in architecture; mechanical, electrical or civil engineering, or related field.Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in construction management or facility maintenance.Five (5) years of previous supervisory experience required. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J-204) to the online application. Preference:
Professional certification in engineering, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or related field.
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
Physical Standards Required To Perform Essential Job Functions
The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may walk or stand for extended periods of time.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
How To Apply/ Veteran Information
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.
Click here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.
Click Here For Additional Management Benefits.
Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale! Click here for more information or to see if you qualify.
In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.
Closing Date/Time: 4/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a Facilities Manager
The Facilities Manager oversees planning and directing of the maintenance and repair of City facilities, buildings and structures; the operation, maintenance, and repair of street lighting; and the operations of centralized maintenance services. The employee will be responsible for supervising staff who inspects and maintains facility systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems to ensure optimal operating results. T his is a h ighly responsible managerial position with considerable difficult.
This is a classified position covered by the Personnel Rules.
Essential Job Functions
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
- Supervises the work of assigned staff; delegates and reviews assignments; conducts performance evaluations
- Conducts periodic inspections of City facilities; assesses damage; coordinates repairs for buildings and structures
- Establishes priorities and develops work schedules for the timely completion of all work assigned to the division
- Establishes divisional goals, objectives, operating policies, procedures, standards and program performance measures for the following areas: special projects and facilities maintenance.
- Oversees electrical needs, playground repairs, skilled carpentry, HVAC installation and repairs, roofing repairs, and elevator maintenance throughout the city
- Oversees all regular plumbing and emergency facility plumbing needs related to all City owned buildings
- Oversees, Parks and Recreation welding needs
- Oversees street light maintenance repairs for all City owned lights as well as Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) lights. Is responsible for all street light agreements with Florida Power and Light (FP&L)
- Prepares the divisional budget and capital expenditures; monitors and manages the operational budget
- Manages citywide projects that may be performed by contractors or other local agencies; oversees various maintenance contracts throughout the city
- Acts as departmental emergency management plan coordinator and, in declared emergencies, coordinates the City's Emergency Support Functions (ESF) for Public Works including Engineering and Utilities Services
- Promotes the professional development of division staff, in order to create depth of skills and managerial expertise within the facility management group and to enhance subordinates career development, by encouraging and facilitating training and educational opportunities in compliance with City policies.
- Provides technical assistance on maintenance issues to the other departments and divisions of the City
- Investigates and responds to maintenance and facility complaints
- Responsible for the maintenance and operation of the City's sole swing bridge (SW 11th Ave Swing Bridge)
- Supervises and coordinates meetings with outside contractors
- Writes bid specifications for outside contracts and construction projects
- Inspects and signs off on outside contractor projects
- Plans for future and ongoing projects based on patterns of work activity and spending.
- Attends educational seminars and avails him/her self of other training opportunities to gain further knowledge of air conditioning systems, facility management and construction techniques.
- Recommends, in the interest of the city, that eligible applicants be hired and that subordinate employees be transferred, suspended, promoted, terminated, reassigned or disciplined; participates in the adjustment of grievances; participates in the administration of agreements resulting from collective bargaining negotiations.
- Reads and interprets blueprints, building plans, and specifications
- Performs related work as required
Bachelor's Degree in architecture; mechanical, electrical or civil engineering, or related field.Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in construction management or facility maintenance.Five (5) years of previous supervisory experience required. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J-204) to the online application. Preference:
Professional certification in engineering, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or related field.
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
Physical Standards Required To Perform Essential Job Functions
The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may walk or stand for extended periods of time.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
How To Apply/ Veteran Information
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.
Click here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.
Click Here For Additional Management Benefits.
Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale! Click here for more information or to see if you qualify.
In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.
Closing Date/Time: 4/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
