Director of Facilities

Oakland Schools

$80K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5+ years in facilities or operations management
  • Supervisory experience with staff performance management
  • Proven track record in budget development and cost analysis
  • Experience with competitive procurement and contract administration
  • Strong problem-solving and collaborative leadership skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel & Word) or Google equivalents

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily upkeep of district facilities
  • Plan and implement long-term facility improvements
  • Manage custodial services and groundskeeping
  • Supervise over 90 district employees
  • Develop and monitor facility maintenance budgets
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards
  • Coordinate competitive procurement and contract administration

Benefits

  • Full-time, 12-month position
  • Opportunity to impact learning environments
  • Collaborative work with a large team
  • Engagement in community-focused facilities management
  • Career growth opportunities in district administration
Full Job Description
Position Type:
Central Office Administration/Director

Date Posted:
6/29/2026

Location:
Facilities & Operations

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
Until Filled

District:
Birmingham Public Schools
Birmingham Public Schools is seeking a Director of Facilities for the 2026-27 school year.
This is a full-time, 12-month position.

Review of applications will begin July 17.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Facilities Director oversees daily upkeep of and long-term improvements to school district facilities to create safe and reliable learning environments for district students and staff. This includes facility maintenance, capital improvements, custodial services, and groundskeeping. The Director oversees the work of over 90 district employees.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required
• Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible facilities or operations management experience
• Experience supervising staff, including establishing job responsibilities, performance management, and employee discipline when required.
• Demonstrated success in developing and monitoring budgets and performing cost analysis.
• Experience managing competitive procurement and bidding, and administering contracts.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment, a collaborative leadership style, and competent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word), and/or Google equivalents, with willingness to learn additional district systems.

Please see the attached posting for additional information.

Attachment(s):
  • Facilities_Director_2026_June 2026.pdf

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