Director of Facilities

Position: Director of Facilities

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community

through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Facilities Director, in accordance

with association operating standards, is responsible for providing cause-driven coordination of the

Facilities Department, which includes maintenance and improvement operations of YMCA facilities and

vehicles, including preventative maintenance and related budgets.

The Facilities Director enthusiastically represents the YMCA of Kokomo, displaying a positive attitude and

providing excellent service to all while working in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, member-

centric environment. The Facilities Director must maintain a high level of energy and a commitment to

quality throughout all aspects of the job through the four core values of caring, honesty, respect, and

responsibility.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of

strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open

to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace

your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the

world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are

determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with

you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides overall coordination of facility maintenance, including planning and developing

preventative maintenance.

2. Ensures the proper operation of all mechanical systems.

3. Completes repair work and projects in a timely manner. Oversees all contractors that work in the

facility and grounds. May request and review bids, and recommend selection of contractors.

4. Works with outside agencies such as fire, health, building depts., etc. to ensure compliance with all

local, state and federal regulations related to facilities and grounds.

5. Develops budgets supporting the preventative and annual maintenance plans and monitors

expenditures against budget.

6. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs assigned staff and volunteers. Reviews and

evaluates performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Models relationship-

building skills in all interactions.

7. Participates with other members of management in the YMCA’s fundraising campaign.

8. Advises management on maintenance issues and projects as requested.

9. Ensures that assigned vehicles (and other equipment) are maintained and operated in accordance

with the policies and procedures of the YMCA.

10. Updates facility plans periodically. May develop annual plan of capital projects, consistent with the

YMCA’s strategic plan and community needs.

11. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a

commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and

recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create

small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and

dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors’ communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with

feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to

support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through

engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality

results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models’ adaptability and an awareness of the

impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior

or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best

practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree in facility management or a related field or equivalent.

2. Three or more years experience in facility management or closely related field.

3. Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, carpentry, and other

maintenance-related areas.

4. Skills in supervision, budget management and project management.

5. CPR, First Aid and AED certifications required within 30 days of employment.

6. “POOL” and boiler certifications required within 120 days of employment.

7. Ability and current license to drive with record that meets YMCA standards.

8. Familiarity with personal computers helpful.

9. Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations

may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to: climb stairs, bend,

stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period of time, climb ladders,

walk, shovel snow, plow snow, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp,

perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity.

 The work is performed both indoors and out, and may require travel to various locations.

 While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at

the time.