Director of Facilities and Grounds

Welcome to Maine School Administrative District 75 (MSAD 75)!

Serving Maine’s Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more than 600 faculty and staff members.

MSAD 75 is seeking a dedicated Director of Facilities and Grounds to join our vibrant educational community. Together, we can inspire the next generation of learners and leaders.

JOB GOALS:

Oversees and ensures that all schools and facilities remain in a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness, and safety.

Oversees all functions and operations related to the cleaning, repair and improvement of facilities and grounds. Supervises maintenance and custodial staff. Oversees the proper functioning of the various building systems within the physical facilities of the District. Supports energy-saving programs throughout the District. Plans and oversees the implementation of capital maintenance projects. Develops and managers budgets for facility operations and capital projects. Other assignments as directed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful experience in a supervisory capacity in Construction/Property Management.
• Minimum of a two-year college degree in Engineering or related field, with consideration for extensive work experience in the construction and/or maintenance fields. Previous experience in managing the operation of a large facility maintenance and custodial crew. Prior experience in school district operations preferred.
• Highly effective communication skills, with a proven ability to successfully establish and maintain effective working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders and contacts.
• Demonstrated record of leadership.
• Ability to respond to alarms and emergencies as needed.
• Maine Department of Education Criminal History Records Check (CHRC).

For more information or to apply for a CHRC please visit the Maine Dept. of Education website: https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Establishes and administers schedules/procedures for regular, ongoing custodial and maintenance care of all District schools and facilities.
• Plans, directs and supervises the work of all Facilities employees on an ongoing basis and evaluates them on an annual basis. Works closely with building Principals in this process.
• Conducts routine and periodic inspections of school buildings and district facilities on a regular basis for needed repairs and maintenance. Determines and initiates the proper action to effectively and expeditiously complete repairs in accordance with school policies, sound maintenance practices and priority/urgency of operations.
• Establishes priorities and budgets for repair projects and maintains a work order system for submitting repair requests.
• Recommends and communicates an ongoing five-year capital plan. Prepares specifications, submits cost estimates and establishes timelines of proposed capital projects. Oversees implementation of capital projects.
• Oversees annual Building and Grounds seasonal priorities (i.e. snow events).
• Works with the District Safety Committee and risk management programs in ongoing safety efforts. Conducts safety inspections, accident investigations and training programs to create and maintain a safe working environment.
• Advises on the hiring of contractors, architects and engineers and serves as an overseeing liaison in their work in the District. Coordinates their work with school operations.
• Administers and maintains a District recycling program.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all District heating and cooling systems.
• Complies with all state laws and regulations, submits all reports and maintains records as required by the state.
• Assures the District meets requirements for AHERA regulations, maintains the District’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) process and assures compliance with other inspections and regulations required by governmental and insurance authorities.
• Provides in-service trainings for all Facilities employees on new equipment, products, work methods and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned

POSITION: 260 days per year/Exempt

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: IPM Coordinator and Chemical Hygiene Officer, or ability to attain.

Why MSAD 75?

• Professional Growth: At MSAD 75, employees grow professionally, build strong relationships, and help shape the future of our community one student at a time.
• Supportive Environment: We strive to build an environment that is diverse in perspectives, talents, backgrounds, and experiences.
• Comprehensive Benefits: MSAD 75 offers a Flexible Benefits Plan, including medical and dental coverage, flexible spending account (FSA), 403(b) & 457(b) plans, MainePERS, employee assistance program (EAP), professional development reimbursement, paid time off and more!
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: The Orion Performing Arts Center provides a cultural beacon in the region, offering first-rate live performances and enriching experiences for both staff and students.

MSAD 75 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, ancestry, or disability in its employment or in the administration of its educational policies and programs.