JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is the department head for Facilities Management and is responsible for establishing and sustaining the facilities strategy that ensures County-wide standards for building maintenance, repair and preventive maintenance, while overseeing construction projects at various County sites to ensure continued operations for both staff and public use. The primary areas of focus are capital planning and improvements, preventive maintenance and operation plans, purchasing, staff development, policies and training. This position performs maintenance operations, real estate planning, and construction and renovation projects. This position reports to the Director of Administration.
- Develops the department's five-year capital improvement plan and operating budget, as well as assists and consults with County Directors and Elected officials for capital planning efforts.
- Submits budget documents and monitors budgeted versus actual receipts and expenditures for Facilities Management and Construction Management budgets as well as assigned project accounts.
- Processes necessary documents to approve expenditures necessary for the operation of the Department and in accordance with approved budgets.
- Attend Council meetings to represent Facilities Management and Construction Management initiatives, bid approvals and bills.
- Responsible for the department's staff to include development of structure, job descriptions, hiring, training, evaluations, disciplinary steps, personnel improvement, coaching and policies.
- Ensure staff are following all safety guidelines in respect to OSHA, EPA, and risk management procedures.
- Responsible for overall County buildings to ensure operations for staff and public use. Implements and evaluates a variety of reactive and preventive maintenance programs whether self-performed or outsourced.
- Plans, directs, and through subordinates, supervises staff, which includes Project Management, General Maintenance, HVAC, Grounds and Custodial Services.
- Advises County officials and department heads of space needs, building conditions, and asset management. Develops facility use plans, and when requested, determines when construction projects are needed.
- Directs project manager or owner's representative and provides guidance on all building November 02, 2026 Version: 13 renovation projects including creation of bid specifications, contractor selection, project management, project acceptance, construction administration and project close out.
- Manages directly, or through project management, oversees the architect, engineer, general contractor and other contractors for compliance with the contract. When needed, hires consultants to fulfill resource deficiencies to achieve implementation.
- Works with federal, state and local agencies to include Department of Natural Resources, Corp of Engineers, utilities, fire districts, sewer districts, etc. for operational efficiencies. Responds to comments from permitting agencies and adjusts plans with design team as needed during projects.
- Responsible for ensuring that all original records are deposited in the Office of the Registrar.
- Manages furniture standards and maintenance. Work with furniture dealers and service providers to ensure needs are met.
- Oversees Flood Plain property and maintenance. Generates new lease agreements when needed, oversees new leases and renewals and works with lessees, legal and code enforcement to ensure compliance.
- Develop and maintain emergency preparedness procedures as part of the County's Emergency Management operations. Represents assigned Emergency Support Function 12 as required during activations.
- Develops and updates department policies and procedures to ensure employee and public safety.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS: Education- Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering,
Certifications- Certified Facilities Manager by International Facility Management Association preferred.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is preferred.
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) training to be completed within the first 18 months of hire.
Job Experience- 10 or more years of experience
- Minimum of 7 years supervisory experience
- Progressive responsibility working directly with construction, renovation, and maintenance of office and related governmental facilities.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Must have current knowledge of building systems, construction methods and practices, and materials and equipment.
- Working knowledge of finance software such as Munis and working knowledge of CMMS or similar work order software preferred.
- AutoCAD software skills are preferred.
• Employment is contingent on successfully passing a full criminal background check.
TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted using the
APPLY NOW link above. We do not accept faxed, e-mailed or print applications.
BENEFITS: This is a full-time 40 hour per week position which includes a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, Holidays, Employee Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, and Tuition Assistance programs.
Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified candidates has applied. 
