Facilities Supervisor

SALARY:   $92,757.60- $111,469.28 Annually

We are accepting applications to fill one full-time Facilities Supervisor vacancy in Santa Maria, California.  The current vacancy is in the General Services Department.  

We are also accepting applications to establish one employment list for current and future full-time, part-time and extra-help vacancies in Santa Barbara and/or Santa Maria. Please select the locations you would like to be considered for current and future vacancies.

THE DEPARTMENT: The General Services Department provides support services to other County Departments. These services include capital improvements; communications; facility management (including energy management); financial services; information & communications technology; purchasing, mail service & surplus property; real estate services; and vehicle operations. To learn more about this Department, please visit: http://www.countyofsb.org/gs

THE POSITION:  The County of Santa Barbara's General Services Department is seeking a highly motivated Facility Supervisor to help lead the Department’s North County Facilities Division. This management position will report directly to the County’s Facilities Team Leader and will be responsible for a wide variety of job duties.

Under general direction, this position plans, organizes, and directs facility maintenance, security, repair and physical operation for a large geographic area of the county; performs related duties as required.

Note: Incumbent will be working in North Santa Barbara County, including the jail and other 24-hour locked facilities.

The Ideal Candidate will possess: 

• Knowledge of the following trades: HVAC, Plumbing, electrical, lighting, roofing, flooring, carpentry, and ability to read/interpret floor plans.
• Excellent communication experience working with a diverse staff, public, agencies, and executive management team.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and effectively manage multiple situations occurring simultaneously
• Ability to make informed decisions grounded in data 
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and goals for process improvements and the ability to handle high stress situations
• Knowledge of Government building and construction codes and federal processes in building construction
• Good understanding of budgeting and workload and cost analysis
• Excellent strategic thinking and leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with internal and external customers
• Microsoft Office Suite skills and experience (includes Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to self-motivate, organize and prioritize work, meet deadline and execute detailed plans to completion

1. Through subordinate supervisors, plans, organizes, and schedules the work of various craft workers, such as HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) repair workers, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and painters.
2. Directs facility repairs, installations, small construction remodeling, grounds improvement, and maintenance projects; coordinates with other departments to complete remodeling projects; reviews remodeling plans for energy efficiency and proper construction methods; maintains records of materials used; orders and purchases new materials.
3. Supervises, assigns, and reviews the work of staff; sets performance standards and evaluates staff; reviews performance evaluations prepared by subordinate supervisors; trains, counsels, and disciplines staff; conducts interviews and selects staff to be hired or promoted. 
4. Ensures that County facilities comply with state, federal and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and codes pertaining to the building industry.
5. Supervises emergency repair jobs; inspects field work performed; plans and estimates maintenance and repair work; maintains records of work order requests and completion. 
6. Assists the Facilities Team Leader in preparing and administering the division budget; monitors budget accounts and expenditures.
7. Administers security and janitorial contracts; reviews work of contractors to ensure that work is completed in accordance with the timeliness and standards of quality set forth in the contract.
8. Analyzes and investigates maintenance and personnel problems or issues, and prepares and compiles written reports to the Facilities Team Leader with solutions and/or recommendations.
9. Prepares worker accident reports; identifies and resolves safety hazards for staff; conducts and arranges employee safety training; maintains safety records.
10. Acts as the Facilities Team Leader in their absence.

1. Two years of supervisory experience in building construction, building maintenance, or building repair work; OR, 
2. Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to a Building Maintenance Supervisor with Santa Barbara County; OR,
3. A combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

 
Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required at the time of appointment. 
 
Knowledge of:  the operations, services, and activities of a facilities maintenance program; principles and practices of employee supervision, training, and performance evaluation; construction methods and practices; tools, materials, methods, and procedures used in building maintenance and repair; basic purchasing methods and practices; Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the building industry and safety practices; basic math to determine materials used and estimate the cost of projects; use a personal computer and standard business software.
 
Ability to:  supervise a staff of trades craft workers including assigning, reviewing, and evaluating work; read and interpret blueprints and drawings; prepare work sketches; read and understand agency and departmental policies and procedures; maintain records of building maintenance and repairs; prepare simple memos using correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling; organize work and set priorities to meet deadlines; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, vendors, and other County employees; 
 
Desirable Qualifications:
Knowledge of: contract terms and practices used in administering contracts for services; inventory methods used to track materials used and on hand; energy efficiency methods used in construction.APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:

1. Review application and supplemental questionnaire to determine which applicants meet the employment standards.
2. Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking: Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored.  Candidates’ final score and rank on the employment list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.

Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire ranking to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.
 
Placement on Employment List & Selection Interview by Hiring Departments:  Upon placement of employment list, you will be notified by the Human Resources Department. The hiring department will receive at least the candidates that are ranked in the top 10.  The hiring departments may decide which of those 10 candidates they will reach out to interview. Prior to the interview, top candidates may be required to complete additional competency assessments. Instructions will be sent to qualifying candidates via email.
 
Recruiters will correspond with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
 
Conditional Offer: Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.  The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.
 
The following process will be used as part of the background investigation process for this position, after the candidate is extended a conditional offer of employment: 

• Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ).  The selected individual will receive a notice regarding completion of a Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). Failure to submit a PHQ by the deadline will result in disqualification from the hiring process for the General Services Department.
• Background Investigation: The selected individual will be required to complete a Personal History Statement (PHS) and undergo an extensive background investigation that includes an evaluation of references, prior employment, drug history, residence history, and neighborhood check. This process may take 4-6 weeks. 
• Live Scan: Electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice.

Current or excessive use of drugs, sale of drugs, serious criminal history, or deception relating to employment history may bar employment.  
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants.  Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting.  We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a doctor or a learning institution.
 
BENEFITS: The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. For information more information click here. In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity 
• Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

 
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.

Statement of Commitment: The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization. 
 
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Friday. May 9, 2025 at 4:59 PM PST.  Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.  
 


Collin Graham, Senior Talent Acquisition Analyst: cgraham@countyofsb.org

Salary : $92,758 - $111,469