Under general direction, performs the full range of professional duties required to plan, manage, and coordinate program activities and personnel in the Office of General Maintenance.  Provides advice and guidance to management regarding general maintenance matters.  Performs other duties as assigned.

• Supervises the operational and administrative aspects of the General Maintenance section in accordance with established policies and rules.  Plans, prioritizes, assigns, and supervises the work of assigned employees and contractors.  Reviews contract documents, project scopes, and schedules to ensure compliance with requirements, standards, and funding allocation.
• Collaborates with school administrators, department heads, and central office staff to determine their needs as they relate to the General Maintenance section of the Office of Facilities Support Services.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and assessment of office goals, policies, and procedures. Provides advice and direction to departmental management regarding contract administration, maintenance and related issues.
• Develops methods of improvement; proposes organizational, policy, or business process changes to senior management to improve customer services to the schools and other departments. 
• Performs special projects as assigned.  Prepares and presents reports.  Researches, develops, and communicates recommendations and solutions to issues.
• Supervises the preparation of construction plans, material specifications, and related contract documents. Reviews and comments on contract documents.  Reviews proposals for changes, additions, and deletions to contracts.  Prepares contract addendums.
• Supervises and inspects work performed by contractors, vendors, consultants, and in-house staff. Ensures that the work adheres to established schedules, standards, and contracts.  Meets with and coordinates project work with school-based administrators, contractors, departmental staff, and others.  Facilitates the timely and accurate completion of project work. Evaluates staff and takes appropriate performance management actions as needed.
• Maintains and reviews records of project progress.  Prepares correspondence.  Responds to building and equipment emergency events.
• Prepares and implements short and long-range plans for the preventive maintenance and repair of equipment. Prepares and administers budgets. Researches, gathers, and analyzes cost data.  Reviews and prepares reports.

Education, Training and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• Eight years of experience in general maintenance services repair, maintenance and installation, three years of which were at supervisory level.

Note: Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Maryland Class C driver’s license required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Thorough knowledge, skills, and abilities in trades associated with various general maintenance projects.  
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials used in general maintenance repair, and installation.  
• Knowledge of all related codes, safety standards and procedures.  
• Knowledge of facilities management.  
• Knowledge of personal computers and office software packages. 

• Skill in the installation, maintenance, and repair of general maintenance.  

• Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, and schematics.  

• Skill in diagnosing and resolving problems with general maintenance systems.  

• Skill in managing general maintenance projects.  

• Skill in supervising in-house staff and contractors.  

• Skill in communicating effectively.  

• Skill in the use of database, spreadsheet, and word processing software.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. 

• Ability to maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

The duties of this class require travel to work sites throughout Baltimore County.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

Persons appointed to this class are designated as essential personnel and as such are required to work during emergency events, subject to call to duty, and may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Required licenses must be maintained throughout employment in this position or any others that require them.

FLSA:  Exempt

RETIREMENT:       Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.

GRADE:   OPE Grade 08

SALARY:      $96,570 - $155,327

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at: 

Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll 

 

OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement. 

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.  Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire. 

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement 

This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions.  It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees. 

Application Instructions: 

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below. 

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS).  Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment. 
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.   
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment.  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.  
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification. 

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education: 

• Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer. 
• Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.  

Proof of Degree Equivalency: 

• Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx 

Pre-Employment Requirements: 

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.  
• Anyone offered employment is required to provi