What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Director position at YMCA?
Directs the maintenance and improvement operations of YMCA facilities and vehicles, including preventative maintenance and related budgets.
- Three or more years’ experience in facility management or closely related field.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, carpentry, and other maintenance-related areas.
- Skills in supervision, budget management and project management.
- CPR, First Aid and AED certifications required within 30 days of employment.
- Obtain Certified Pool Operators certification within 120 days of employment
- Ability and current license to drive with record that meets YMCA standards.
- Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
- Be on-call and prepared to resolve property and equipment emergencies.
- Provides overall coordination of facility maintenance, including planning and developing preventative maintenance.
- Ensures the proper operation of all mechanical systems.
- Completes repair work and projects in a timely manner. Oversees all contractors that work in the facility and grounds. May request and review bids, and recommend selection of contractors.
- Works with outside agencies such as fire, health, building depts., etc. to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations related to facilities and grounds.
- Develops budgets supporting the preventative and annual maintenance plans and monitors expenditures against budget.
- Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs assigned staff and volunteers. Reviews and evaluates performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
- Advises management on maintenance issues and projects as requested.
- Ensures that assigned vehicles (and other equipment) are maintained and operated in accordance with the policies and procedures of the YMCA.
- Responsible for annual maintenance shut down, including timeline development, coordination with applicable department staff, and timely communication to members.
- Updates facility plans periodically. May develop annual plan of capital projects, consistent with the YMCA’s strategic plan and community needs.
- Provides leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and volunteer committees/boards as assigned. Develops and maintains effective working relationships within the community.
- Accept additional assignments as deemed appropriate, within the scope of the job description.
Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values.
Collaboration: Builds relationships to create small communities. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.
Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
Personal Growth: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Required Certifications
Requirements within 30 days of hire include: Child Abuse Prevention; CPR; First Aid; AED; Blood borne Pathogens. Completion of YMCA program specific certifications and training modules.
Benefits
Health, vision, dental and life insurance (100% of the Employee’s premium is YMCA paid), Retirement (10% YMCA funded). All other benefits including and paid time off are outlined in the employee handbook
