Facilities Director

Elmbrook's vision is to help people become Rooted in Jesus Christ and Released to His mission in our homes, communities, and world. The Facilities Director is responsible for the operation of church facilities and equipment.  Responsibilities include the management and supervision of maintenance, janitorial services, grounds, safety and security, disaster incident preparedness, emergency response, energy management, capital improvements, budgeting, and planning.

Major Responsibilities

• Demonstrate Christian character and witness serving the congregation, staff, and community in fulfilling all job duties.
• Plan and coordinate the workflow of facilities staff and volunteers including assigning responsibilities, monitoring workflow, evaluating work products and procedures, and resolving issues.
• Schedule and assign responsibilities for regular and preventive maintenance of buildings, equipment, safety and monitoring systems, and vehicles.
• Manage the purchase and inventory of maintenance, grounds, and cleaning supplies.
• Supervise maintenance, grounds, cleaning operations, and all contracted services.
• Participate in facility planning processes including scheduling, space usage planning, utility services, energy management, and project management.
• Manage the process of obtaining bids, proposals, and contracts for facility-related projects and professional services.
• Manage construction and maintenance projects, inspect work to ensure contract and specifications compliance, and approve contractor and vendor payments.
• Manage regulatory compliance including safety regulations and oversight of inspections of building systems, including fire alarms, elevators, and boilers.
• Resolve issues involving janitorial services, maintenance, and grounds safety.
• Work with the Finance Director to help manage property and liability insurance procurement, risk management, driving procedure management, and claims.
• Provide oversight of physical security, life safety, or emergency preparedness programs.
• Utilize incident command principles, emergency management coordination, security technology platforms (access control, surveillance, alarms, etc.), and organizational risk management practices
• Provide leadership of cross-functional teams of staff and volunteers during emergency planning and response

• Demonstrate a vibrant and growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Active participant or member of Elmbrook church who supports and endorses the statement of faith, vision and core values
• Desire to build positive and healthy relationships with other staff
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Facility management preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years experience  in Facilities management, building maintenance, or related area
• A strong working knowledge of HVAC, Electrical, and plumbing systems is helpful
• Training in the methodology of facility housekeeping, maintenance, and grounds maintenance
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and must have an acceptable driving record

Employment Information

This position is full-time and classified as salaried and exempt.

40-45 hours/week

Salary – dependent on experience, skills & education

Benefits Package

This position is eligible for all benefits associated with full-time employment, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.  Refer to the Staff Handbook and information provided by Elmbrook’s insurance vendors for specific details.

Paid Time Off (PTO) – Full-time employees are eligible to earn PTO.  PTO is accrued on a calendar year basis.  Refer to the Staff Handbook for specific details.  

403b – Employees are eligible to participate in the 403b pension plan if they are scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.  Entry dates for the 403b plan are the first of the month following the date of hire.  

Holidays – Full-time employees are eligible for holiday pay. Refer to the Staff Handbook for specific details.

Reporting Structure

The Facilities Director will be accountable and report directly to the Executive Pastor of Operations of Elmbrook Church.