Director of Facilities

Facilities Director
📍 Location: Newton, Kansas
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time | Salaried

We are seeking a Facilities Director to lead the operations, maintenance, and long-term planning of our facilities across multiple locations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex building and infrastructure challenges while ensuring safe, efficient, and well-maintained environments for both staff and the people we serve.

As Facilities Director, you’ll oversee building systems, guide facility improvement projects, manage budgets, and lead a team responsible for keeping operations running smoothly every day.

If you’re a hands-on leader who understands how mechanical systems, infrastructure, and people all work together to keep an organization moving forward—we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

Lead Facility Operations

• Oversee building operations and maintenance across multiple locations

• Manage key building systems including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, fire/life safety, and elevators

• Ensure facilities remain safe, functional, and compliant with regulatory standards

Plan for the Future

• Assess building and equipment life cycles

• Develop preventive maintenance schedules

• Plan and coordinate major repairs, renovations, and capital improvements

• Partner with leadership to develop long-term facility strategies

Manage Projects

• Oversee renovation and improvement projects including HVAC upgrades, electrical work, and space modifications

• Coordinate vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently

Lead & Support Staff

• Supervise facilities and environmental services staff

• Provide coaching, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities

• Establish clear policies, procedures, and quality standards

Financial & Resource Management

• Manage departmental budgets and recommend resource needs

• Monitor project costs and maintenance expenses

• Review vendor contracts, approve invoices, and oversee procurement of maintenance supplies and equipment

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or a combination of education and related experience

• At least 6 years of facilities or building operations experience

• Supervisory or leadership experience required

Technical Knowledge

• Experience with electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and ventilation systems

• Experience operating maintenance equipment preferred

• Automotive or fleet maintenance experience is a plus

• Familiarity with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards is helpful but not required

Skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

• Budget management and purchasing experience

• Ability to develop policies, procedures, and maintenance programs

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Strong organization and prioritization abilities

Physical Requirements

This position requires hands-on involvement in facility operations. Candidates should be able to:

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds

• Bend, squat, twist, crawl, and work on hands and knees

• Climb and work on ladders

• Stand or walk for extended periods

• Work in various weather conditions

A valid Kansas driver’s license and the ability to be insured through our company insurance provider are required.

Why This Role Matters

Our facilities support critical services for the community. The Facilities Director plays a key role in ensuring our buildings remain safe, functional, and ready to support the work our teams do every day.

If you’re someone who takes pride in keeping complex systems running smoothly and leading teams that make it happen, we encourage you to apply.