Manager, Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management (2025-2026 School Year)

Description

Job Title: Manager, Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management

Position Function: In the Wichita Public Schools Facilities Division, we strive for strategic resource allocation, multilevel accountability, clear communication, positive attitudes, and rigorous engagement. This commitment begins with the people we hire. Achieving this standard requires every employee to think as part of a team—one that includes coworkers, internal and external customers, community partners, and contractors.

As the Manager, Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management, you will embody this mindset while assisting the Director, Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management, with oversight of the management of 15 maintenance shops, Building Engineers, Energy Management, and the fleet vehicle lease program. Your responsibilities will include leading and coordinating maintenance operations, optimizing energy management strategies, and ensuring the effective operation of district facilities and fleet resources. This role requires strong technical expertise, extensive experience in facility management, a positive attitude, a creative approach to problem-solving, and a dedicated work ethic.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Assists the Director, Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management, with management oversight and the continuous operation of 15 maintenance shops, Building Engineers, and Energy Management departments
• Holds the primary responsibility, under direction of the Director, Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management for the overall management of personnel, equipment, and material needs for the department
• Provides 24-hour emergency response services for all critical equipment and facilities
• Communicates pertinent information and delegates authority to empower personnel within Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management and throughout the School Service Center
• Assumes overall responsibility and accountability for the maintenance budget, in collaboration with the Director, Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management
• Maintains records and reports as required
• Facilitates and reviews Classified Employee Performance Appraisal system with all employees in department, in collaboration with the Director, Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management
• Organizes inservice training for all personnel
• Maintains a valid Kansas driver's license at all times throughout employment
• Assists in supervising snow removal operations
• Assumes responsibility for ensuring that resolution and disciplinary issues within the Buildings and Grounds/Energy Management departments are handled in accordance with Board of Education policy and procedures which have been established for the Facilities Division
• Evaluate department performance data and work to improve metrics
• Performs other duties as necessary or required by the Division Director of Facilities
• Consistently works to improve Customer Service throughout the Facilities Division
  
  

Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Equipment: This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Occasional in district and out of district travel may be required.

Physical And Mental Demands

• Frequent lifting
• Occasional heavy lifting
• Work in small places
• Work in high places
• Bend and twist frequently
• Walk long distances
• Work on computers for long periods of time
• A combination of office work, time in the field, and meetings with administration comprise the primary environment for this job
• The position also requires after hours trips to buildings for a variety of concerns including equipment failure, meetings with building personnel, energy audits and response to emergency situations
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Must exhibit a professional and personable manner to students, staff and parents
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and time management skills
• An even and flexible temperament, as well as good listening and decision-making skills
• Displays eagerness and the ability to learn new methods, procedures, and techniques
• Ability to plan and organize effectively to achieve greater results
• Gives the highest priority to achieving accuracy
• Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
  
  

Qualifications

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service
  
  

Employee Punctuality And Appearance

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position
  
  

Qualification Profile

• HS Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree preferred or 5 years related experience preferred
• 2 years previous supervisory/management experience preferred
  
  

FLSA Status: Exempt