Position Type: Facilities/Maintenance
Date Posted: 6/24/2026
Location: DMA - Delaware Military Academy
District: Delaware Military Academy
Posting Description: Director of Facilities- Directs, supervises and evaluates department staff; ensures staff receives training and related to specific job tasks and responsibilities
- Directs, schedules, and oversees external contractors
- Schedules and supervises maintenance workers engaged in building and grounds upkeep and repair; responsible for safety and security, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilation services
- Develops and monitors department budget; orders equipment and supplies and monitors inventory; makes requests for capital outlay expenditures as needed
- Develops, implements and supervises preventative maintenance and renovation programs for buildings, grounds, mechanical and electrical, utility and safety and security systems
- Serves as the primary point of contact for the deactivation of fire and security systems
- Serves as administrator responsible for facility safety and meeting physical ADA compliance standards, works closely with Administration and city/state officials to meet code and OSHA requirements
- Prepares specifications for physical plant projects; estimates costs of equipment, materials, labor and supplies; prepares bid specifications for projects, equipment, and contracted services; oversees site and building projects performed by outside contractors
- Develops specifications for cost-effective campus energy management systems; supervises the operations, maintenance and repair of such systems
- Ensures the proper disposal of hazardous and controlled wastes in compliance with regulations and guidelines; works directly with outside agencies such as OSHA and local and state health departments as required
- Evaluates the need for and arranges physical plant training sessions (bloodborne pathogens, OSHA, MSDS, and other job-related training) both in house and off campus
- Oversees shipping/receiving activities
- Contributes to strategic planning by evaluating and projecting future facility needs and proposing options to achieve them
- Other duties as assigned
Reports to: Chief Operations Officer
Terms of Employment: 12 month; 1 year contract
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Minimum Qualifications: - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years of service in facilities management
- Budgeting knowledge / strong mathematical ability
- Proficient knowledge of computer applications such as but not limited to Microsoft Office, Google Docs/Sheets and Outlook
- Good written and verbal communications skills
- Strong managerial and leadership skills
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Very strong working knowledge of building systems: HVAC, mechanical, life safety and structural engineering
- Keen attention to detail with a proactive problem-solving approach
- Ability to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout the week in order to inspect work
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Valid driver's license and safe driving record
Professional Expectations:- Ensure that your efforts and actions are aligned to the mission and vision of Delaware Military Academy.
- Act ethically and professionally, as well as, promote a culture of excellence for the entire Delaware Military Academy community.
- Utilize your training to perform work in a professional manner and complete tasks assigned by your supervisor.
- Demonstrate an attention to detail that ensures that your best work is consistently delivered.
- Accept job assignments willingly and execute them in a timely manner.
- Report to work at assigned time and remain throughout your entire shift. If unable to work, notify your supervisor prior to absence.
- Maintain the work rate of your colleagues so teamwork goes smoothly.
- Refrain from engaging in tasks that are not aligned with your work during school time.
- Attend all mandatory meetings and training.
- Contribute to the school's overall productivity by helping coworkers when possible.
- Be respectful and courteous to fellow employees, faculty, students and their families.
- Utilize a problem-solving approach and adapt work habits to new or unexpected situations.
- Observe all Delaware Military Academy policies and procedures.
Standard Requirements: Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employment
Application Procedure: Interested candidates must apply via joindelawareschools.org. Cover letter and resume are required. Letters of recommendation/references upon request. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as received until the position is filled.
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