Summary Description:
Under direction, the Maintenance Facilities Manager plans, organizes, and leads the day-to-day service center operations related to facilities maintenance and repair. Participates in the development, recommendation, and administration of policies, procedures, and processes in support of the Division of Maintenance and Operations. Responds to inquiries and requests for service from assigned facilities. The maintenance facilities manager schedules, assigns, reviews and supervises the work of all employees in a regional service center representing a variety of work skills across trades (carpentry, electrical, general maintenance and mechanical systems). Responsible for the evaluation and professional development of staff. Physical Demands: Work is generally performed in both an office environment and an outdoor environment, with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule. This position requires regular visits and meetings at all MCPS sites across the county. Frequent walking, standing, climbing, lifting, stooping, or carrying of equipment and materials may be required. May be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; may be exposed to extreme temperatures, close-quarter situations, high and precarious places, moving mechanical parts, and/or vibrations. Special Requirements: Ability to respond to emergencies as required. Occasional nights and weekends may be necessary to meet workload demands.
Summary Description:
Under direction, the Maintenance Facilities Manager plans, organizes, and leads the day-to-day service center operations related to facilities maintenance and repair. Participates in the development, recommendation, and administration of policies, procedures, and processes in support of the Division of Maintenance and Operations. Responds to inquiries and requests for service from assigned facilities. The maintenance facilities manager schedules, assigns, reviews and supervises the work of all employees in a regional service center representing a variety of work skills across trades (carpentry, electrical, general maintenance and mechanical systems). Responsible for the evaluation and professional development of staff. Physical Demands: Work is generally performed in both an office environment and an outdoor environment, with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule. This position requires regular visits and meetings at all MCPS sites across the county. Frequent walking, standing, climbing, lifting, stooping, or carrying of equipment and materials may be required. May be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; may be exposed to extreme temperatures, close-quarter situations, high and precarious places, moving mechanical parts, and/or vibrations. Special Requirements: Ability to respond to emergencies as required. Occasional nights and weekends may be necessary to meet workload demands.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES:
Knowledge of supervisory principles; facilities maintenance, grounds, and custodial principles and practices; contract management principles and practices; applicable federal, state, and local laws including rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes; budgeting and procurement principles and practices. Must have knowledge of the principles and practices of project management; preventative maintenance; maintaining data and components for facilities, such as a six-year scheduled maintenance plan and a six-year facilities condition assessment. Must be knowledgeable about the principles of continuous quality improvement and MCPS professional growth system (PGS). Must be skilled in supervising subordinate staff; reading and interpreting construction plans, specifications, drawings, maps, and/or other related technical documents. Must be able to manage complex, multi-discipline projects involving multiple locations; interpret and apply applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Must demonstrate a high level of intercultural competence, an understanding of the diverse identities and cultures of the community, students and staff, and in developing and supporting inclusive communities. Must be able to manage contracts; work in a union environment; design and develop program plans in assigned area of responsibility; and analyze processes and make recommendations for improvement. Must be able to coordinate activities with other internal divisions, the community, and/or external agencies; and prepare a variety of reports related to operational activities, including statistical analysis. Data-driven reporting and planning for budgeting; developing, recommending, implementing, and monitoring policies, procedures, and workflow; utilizing computer technology used for communication, gathering and reporting data are also required skills. Must communicate effectively through oral and written mediums. Must have the ability to work with students and staff with diverse academic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; mediate conflicts; Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and making recommendations in support of the goals of the Division of Maintenance and Operations, the Department of Facilities Management, and Montgomery County Public Schools.
Education Training Experience:
Bachelor?s degree required. College coursework or trade school training and extensive experience in facilities management, construction, and renovation, preferably in school systems, are also required. Considerable experience as a supervisor is required. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered in lieu of degree. Certificate License: Possession of a valid Maryland Class C driver?s license or equivalent.