What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Operations Manager position at The Crossing Church?
Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.
Facility Operations Manager...this full-time 40-hour week position is responsible for managing and overseeing all facility operations, including capital projects, across campuses and will work closely with Senior Leadership, the Board and Campus Pastors (as needed) to bring building improvements, additions, and refurbishments to completion by working directly with architects, interior design professionals, general contractors and other professionals as needed. The Facility Operations Manager must possess sound problem-solving skills and be available after-hours when required. This person must be able to translate The Crossing’s vision and culture into the management and operations of the entire facility department and, in addition to providing oversight to the Campus Facility Managers, will provide them leadership and vision in the following areas.
Oversight of building and grounds maintenance, strategic planning and daily management of facility operations, and direct supervision of management staff involved in these operations.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Developing and implementing facility management policies and procedures that ensure the efficient operation of all physical assets.
Preparing and managing budgets, including the approval of maintenance expenses and capital expenditure projects.
Developing and maintaining an obsolescence plan.
Ensuring compliance with security and safety regulations.
Leading, recruiting, and training the facilities management team to achieve departmental objectives effectively.
Conducting regular inspections and audits to assess the need for repair and renovations.
Overseeing the management of facility-related emergencies.
Evaluating facility management technology updates and system upgrades.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- High school diploma or related training and 5-8 years prior relevant experience preferred
- Position requires significant mental effort and regularly requires extended periods of concentration and complex tasks. Will also involve high levels of stress (requires maintaining a calm and non-anxious presence when interacting with co-workers and outside contractors during tense situations and/or tight deadlines)
- Extensive experience in facility management or in a supervisory role within a relevant department
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage teams effectively under challenging conditions
- Excellent problem-solving, negotiation and communication skills including a high level of patience
- A forward-thinking leader with a blend of strategic planning, project-management and hands-on management skills
- Emphasis on accuracy, timelines and follow-up
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff and vendors
- Strong time management skills along with ability to prioritize and organize workload
- Solid memory for details and new information
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
- Self-motivated
- Ability to keep information confidential
- Trustworthy, reliable, teachable, humble, flexible
- Team player
- Passionate about The Crossing and their relationship with God
- Spiritual Gifts that include Leadership, Discernment and Administration
MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING
- Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
- Passionate about their relationship with God
- Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
- Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
- Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
- Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles
The Crossing offers a rich and competitive benefits package including comprehensive paid time off and a great match on our 403(b) plan. Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!
