What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Manager position at Dane County?
JOB
The Department of Administration for Dane County in Madison WI, has a full-time (1.0 FTE) vacancy for a Facility Manager position.Eligibility List created will be used to fill future vacancies over the next six (6) months.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSIONAs an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. DEFINITIONUnder general supervision, this position assesses the repair and maintenance needs of Dane County facilities. Plans, schedules and manages buildings, grounds and physical plant maintenance activities, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, custodial, painting and carpentry. Assesses and plans for all building and grounds maintenance needs. Ensures building fire and life safety systems are maintained and operating per code. Serves as a Facilities Manager for the Department of Administration, supervising maintenance, trades and custodial staff. Performs related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIESSupervises employees engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of Dane County facilities including effectively recommending decisions on hiring, performance evaluation, discipline, probation, grievance adjustment, overtime, assignment of work, scheduling and training. Ensures preventative maintenance work is accomplished on all machinery, equipment and major building systems on a regularly scheduled basis. Assists in budget request preparation. Assists in maintaining cost controls on maintenance work and equipment. Acts as a department accident investigation manager. Acts as a safety and training officer for departmental staff. Reviews engineering drawings and specifications for renovation and new construction projects. Coordinates building system repairs and monitors building system performance. Assists in procuring outside contractors, coordinating and inspecting their work. Inspects buildings and grounds. Prepares written reports. Performs other related duties.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of professional personnel management and supervisory practices. Knowledge of commercial building mechanical systems, including, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems. Knowledge and understanding of work orders and preventative maintenance programs. Knowledge of safety training programs. Knowledge of budget preparation and purchasing procedures. Ability to effectively interview, train, supervise, evaluate and motivate staff. Ability to give advice, guidance, instructions and directions. Ability to monitor quality, accuracy and quality of work/team assignments and to make adjustments. Demonstrated effective, reasoning, written, oral and presentation skills; with ability to communicate effectively with members of the public, county employees and elected officials. Ability to prepare bid specifications necessary for the purchase of equipment and supplies. Ability to prepare comprehensive reports of management activities and costs. Ability to address potential adverse or negative situations. Ability to analyze administrative and technical problems and make sound policy and procedural recommendations to their solutions. Ability to formulate and initiate operating plans and procedures. Ability to interpret and understand American Disabilities Act (ADA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements as they apply to facilities. Must be familiar with all aspects of the construction trades. Must have demonstrated leadership skills. Must be dependable and reliable with a history of good attendance and punctuality.
The Department of Administration for Dane County in Madison WI, has a full-time (1.0 FTE) vacancy for a Facility Manager position.Eligibility List created will be used to fill future vacancies over the next six (6) months.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSIONAs an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. DEFINITIONUnder general supervision, this position assesses the repair and maintenance needs of Dane County facilities. Plans, schedules and manages buildings, grounds and physical plant maintenance activities, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, custodial, painting and carpentry. Assesses and plans for all building and grounds maintenance needs. Ensures building fire and life safety systems are maintained and operating per code. Serves as a Facilities Manager for the Department of Administration, supervising maintenance, trades and custodial staff. Performs related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIESSupervises employees engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of Dane County facilities including effectively recommending decisions on hiring, performance evaluation, discipline, probation, grievance adjustment, overtime, assignment of work, scheduling and training. Ensures preventative maintenance work is accomplished on all machinery, equipment and major building systems on a regularly scheduled basis. Assists in budget request preparation. Assists in maintaining cost controls on maintenance work and equipment. Acts as a department accident investigation manager. Acts as a safety and training officer for departmental staff. Reviews engineering drawings and specifications for renovation and new construction projects. Coordinates building system repairs and monitors building system performance. Assists in procuring outside contractors, coordinating and inspecting their work. Inspects buildings and grounds. Prepares written reports. Performs other related duties.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of professional personnel management and supervisory practices. Knowledge of commercial building mechanical systems, including, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems. Knowledge and understanding of work orders and preventative maintenance programs. Knowledge of safety training programs. Knowledge of budget preparation and purchasing procedures. Ability to effectively interview, train, supervise, evaluate and motivate staff. Ability to give advice, guidance, instructions and directions. Ability to monitor quality, accuracy and quality of work/team assignments and to make adjustments. Demonstrated effective, reasoning, written, oral and presentation skills; with ability to communicate effectively with members of the public, county employees and elected officials. Ability to prepare bid specifications necessary for the purchase of equipment and supplies. Ability to prepare comprehensive reports of management activities and costs. Ability to address potential adverse or negative situations. Ability to analyze administrative and technical problems and make sound policy and procedural recommendations to their solutions. Ability to formulate and initiate operating plans and procedures. Ability to interpret and understand American Disabilities Act (ADA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements as they apply to facilities. Must be familiar with all aspects of the construction trades. Must have demonstrated leadership skills. Must be dependable and reliable with a history of good attendance and punctuality.
