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Director Facilities Operations
Req #3299
520 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
Job Description
Posted Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM
ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!
Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.
But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.
Director, Facilities Operations
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Facilities Operations, the Director, Facilities Operations assists with providing expert-level facilities support across Breaking Ground’s portfolio. The Director assists the building staff by partnering with external vendors and providing support with fire safety compliance, DOB inspections, cooling tower compliance, and the organization's Employee Safety Committee.
This position is based in our midtown Manhattan offices but requires extensive time in the field across New York City.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide expert-level logistical and facilities support across Breaking Ground's portfolio. The portfolio includes permanent housing, transitional housing, and offices spread across New York City
Ensure buildings are in compliance with federal, state, and local statutes, building codes and safety regulations, as well as compliance with the organization’s protocols and standards
Assist with preparation of annual building-wide inspections conducted by DHS, DOH, DOB, FDNY, and other agencies
Confirm work to address violations is completed
Partner with building leadership to coordinate repair projects performed by 3rd party vendors including planning, oversight, and inspection of work and reviewing invoices
Provide direction and expertise to building staff managing the daily operations, including preventative maintenance repair, upkeep of buildings and grounds, and various systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC)
Plan for short-term and long-term building needs, participate in capital planning, and recommend facility improvements and renovations
Assist with onboarding and training facilities staff in supervisor positions
Participate in new building handover process (punch listing, systems training, warranty management, CCTV, access control, and key management)
Create and maintain facility records and generate reports
Participate in property management and asset management meetings
Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent required
5 years of facility management experience in residential buildings. Experience working with low-income and special needs populations is preferred
Required: Current S-12 City Wide Sprinkler Systems S-13 City Wide Standpipe Systems S-95 Fire Alarm Systems F-80 Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm System in Homeless Shelters (Premise Related) W0-7 Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor Citywide G-92 Supervision of High-Pressure Natural Gas Fired Microturbine Systems
Required: experience with OATH Hearings and removing FDNY AND HPD violations
Experience utilizing the Department of Buildings (DOB) website, forms, and protocols
Thorough understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations
Knowledge of building systems including heating, cooling, telephones, and cameras
Detail oriented and organized. Must be flexible, creative, and take initiative to work both independently and as part of a team to accomplish objectives
Superior writing and analytical skills
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff and management
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and the ability to manage electronic files and cloud platforms
Knowledge of Maintenance Connection, SiteCompli is preferred
Required: Valid driver’s license with a good driving record, as defined by Breaking Ground, is a condition of employment
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
Job Details
Pay Type
Salary
Hiring Min Rate
83,000 USD
Hiring Max Rate
83,000 USD
Salary : $83,000