Director of Operations

POSITION: Director of Operations

LOCATION: Maintenance Building

AVAILABLE: January 2025

COMPENSATION: As per Act 93 Agreement

HOURS: 40 hrs./wk

DESCRIPTION/DUTIES: Interested applicants submit and application online at https://pennridge.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

1. Direct the planning and scheduling of all maintenance activities performed by District

personnel.

2. Assist in the recruitment and employment of appropriate personnel and administer their

assignment, evaluation, transfer and dismissal as the situation may arise.

3. Inspect all facilities on a regular basis to ensure that they remain in a safe and

operational condition.

4. Chair District Safety Committee meetings in accordance with SDIC Requirements. Properly

follow-up on concerns/recommendations to ensure that remedial measures are taken.

Submit required documentation to SDIC.

5. Develop and administer the annual operating budget for the Operations Department.

6. Prepare RFP's, RFQ's and bid specifications for smaller scale construction, repair and

maintenance projects undertaken by the District and ensure contract compliance with the

same.

7. Interface with architects, engineers, construction managers and other professionals in the

planning and implementation of construction and renovation projects.

8. Effectively work with utility companies and local, county and state government agencies

as necessary to represent the interests of the District.

9. Recommend the purchase of contracted services, supplies, materials and equipment

used by the Operations Department.

10. Perform as “designated person” in charge of the implementation of AHERA requirements

and maintain responsibility for the implementation of all federal, state and local laws and

regulations pertaining to asbestos abatement and management.

11. Manage the “Right-to-Know” program as it pertains to proper recordkeeping and the

education of maintenance and custodial personnel in their use and storage of materials

and chemicals.

12. Oversee the “Waste Management” program including recycling operations and proper

disposal of hazardous materials.

13. Develop and implement an Annual and a Five (5)-Year Capital Improvements Program

through a continuous planning process with central administration and the individual

building administrators.

14. Attend and support the Facilities Committee of the Board of Education.

15. Attend other meetings as may be directed by the Chief Operating Officer or

Superintendent.

16. Develop for approval by the Chief Operating Officer annual job goals/targets and work

toward the successful completion of the same.

17. Evaluate alternate methods for efficient cleaning and recommend procedural changes for

possible implementation district-wide.

18. Determine custodial staffing needs through workload analysis and other accepted

methods for establishing manpower requirements. Realign staff as necessary to

accomplish goals.

19. Coordinate the staffing of full-time, part-time and substitute positions ensuring minimum

downtime in finding suitable replacements when a position becomes vacant. Conduct job

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interviews recommending a candidate for an open position.

20. Prepare formal evaluations of all custodial staff with input from building principals. Meet

and discuss individual evaluations with respective employees.

21. Create, maintain and continually develop a manual of Standard Operating Procedures for

maintaining the cleanliness and healthy environment of all district buildings.

22. Work with Facility Managers to implement standardized procedures through regular

training of all regular custodial staff. Prepare and present an induction program to all new

employees

23. Perform periodic follow-up inspections to ensure work is completed in a satisfactory

manner, providing guidance to staff as necessary.

24. Present and document periodic training in matters related to asbestos, MSDS, bloodborne

pathogens and other safety-related issues.

25. Serve as the district’s designated representative for matters related to Integrated Pest

Management ensuring compliance with the requirements of the program including

necessary notifications to staff, students and the public relative to the application of pest

control products.

26. Assists with implementation of computerized maintenance software for processing work

orders and communication with district custodial offices.

27. Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer and/or the

Superintendent of Schools.

28. Utilize software program interfaces for district systems such as but not limited to security

cameras, fire alarm systems, access controls and HVAC controls.

29. Utilize software programs such as but not limited to MS word, MS excel and outlook.

30. Maintain inventories and track data to support custodial and maintenance operations.

31. Oversight of the Assistant Director of Operations.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture or a related field from an accredited

institution.

2. Minimum five (5) years of experience in facilities management, construction management

or facilities planning – preferably with a public school district.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,453.00 - $133,837.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Perkasie, PA 18944 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Perkasie, PA 18944: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,453 - $133,837