What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Facilities position at The Grammar School?
The Grammar School (), an independent school serving preschool through eighth grade, located in the town of Putney, Vermont is seeking a Director of Facilities beginning July 1,2025. Founded in 1960, the school is located on 60 acres of fields and woodlands and emphasizes the education of the whole child, focusing on core academics, arts, and outdoor education.
The Director of Facilities reports to the Head of School and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the operation and maintenance of the school’s physical plant. The Director of Facilities will be involved in the implementation of the school’s new Strategic Plan and the creation of a new Master Plan.
- Daily repair and maintenance of facilities, including occasional weekend work
- Manage projects associated with campus improvements
- Spearhead campus safety measures
- Collaborate with staff, parents, students in support of the school’s program
- Strategic thinking as appropriate to the master planning process
- Custodial management
- Oversee school transportation program
- Other duties as assigned by the Head of School
- Initiative and independent work ethic
- Ability to do physically demanding manual labor
- Ability to work with students, parents, staff, and trustees
- Knowledge base in carpentry and utilities
- Experience managing facilities-related projects large and small
- Organizational skills
- Ability to communicate with different constituencies
- Ability to work collaboratively with a small administrative team
- Patience and sense of humor
- Enjoy working with children and families
- CDL preferred or willingness to obtain CDL bus driver’s license
- Commensurate with experience
- Tuition remission
- Retirement and Health Stipend
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, in one PDF, to by April 9th.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000