Director of Facilities

The Director of Facilities will abide by the adopted school mission, vision and core values as a member of the Board and will participate in the annual new student Family Intake Conferences. The Director of Facilities is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the LCMS physical plant. In addition, the Director is to lead the development and implementation of any improvements to the LCMS campus.

Duties:

  • Develop inspection and maintenance schedules for LCMS equipment, structures and grounds to insure that they remain functional, in compliance with applicable codes and standards, and properly maintained to maximize efficiency and length of operation. This is to include heating and cooling equipment, plumbing, lighting, electrical, fire protection systems, etc.
  • Based on the inspection and maintenance schedules, prepare and review with the board annually a budget for all facilities management activities. Communicate changes to this plan as needed.
  • Work with the Principal and Public Relations Direction to insure that LCMS physical plant needs are communicated to the internal and external communities to receive the support necessary for them to be addressed.
  • Work with the Community Service Director to enlist volunteers to assist with facilities maintenance tasks. Plan work days and other activities centered around facilities.
  • Work with the Principal to insure that acceptable custodial services are in place and to indentify any current needs.
  • Develop and execute facility improvement/expansion plans to meet needs of Langston community which are approved by the Board.
  • Work with the Langston Foundation to develop leasing arrangements, purchases and sales, maintenance contracts, insurance policies and other agreements necessary to ensure smooth continuation of school operations.

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Ability to effectively delegate in a primarily volunteer-driven environment
  • Prior experience with appropriate commercial real estate, building inspection, construction, facilities management or maintenance activities.
  • Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, and/or facilities construction.

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Project management skills
  • Negotiating experience