Who We Want

We want talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who are committed to and will champion our Core Values, are inspired by our mission steeped in equity, and who are motivated to unleash our children’s potential. We want people who are strong collaborators, skilled communicators, problem solvers and who are comfortable in a community of continuous learning.

As the Director of Buildings and Grounds you will report to the Senior Executive Director of Facilities Services, be a part of the Facilities Division team and a district leader in Building and Grounds’ transformational work to deliver on the promises outlined in both Transform Learning. Transform Lives. as well as our long-term, city-wide North Star, Vision 2025.

We expect our Director of Buildings and Grounds will:

Demonstrate a Leadership Mindset

• Drive organizational change in the Buildings and Grounds Department and initiate key innovative strategies to improve service to schools
• In collaboration with other Facilities leaders, establish a preventive maintenance program for District properties
• Develop and execute strategies to reduce the District's carbon footprint through the adoption of eco-friendly practices and technologies.
• Act as a responsible spend manager and find ways to optimize spending and reduce costs
• Implement sustainable and environmentally friendly practices in grounds maintenance
• Ensure operational readiness of the Buildings and Grounds team to respond to emergencies

Manage to Results

• Lead the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and policies
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental and safety standards
• Develop Requests for Proposals, negotiate and provide oversight of contracts
• Review and provide feedback on District Design Standards and construction documents
• Provide mid-level review of budget, make decisions on funding allocation and create annual spending plans
• Review reports to track the status of work order requests and employee productivity

Manage Teams

• Direct all District Building and Grounds personnel, directly or indirectly, in the maintenance and repair of building systems including security systems, HVAC systems, refrigeration, plumbing and electrical work
• Establish clear expectations and performance standards for all employees
• Support the implementation of strategies to grow an inclusive and diverse workforce that values all employees
• Deliver (directly and indirectly) employee evaluations, performance improvement plans and progressive discipline
• Set training and professional development goals for staff
• Lead the team in developing comprehensive reports on maintenance, expenses, and performance metrics

Manage Relationships

• Improve business processes to strengthen customer service
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with labor representatives
• Communicate regular updates to senior management and stakeholders, providing insights into the department's contributions to overall organizational success.

The strongest candidates will have:

• Experience in a large facilities management or other property management setting with multiple sites.
• Knowledge of the operation of building systems including security systems, HVAC systems, refrigeration, plumbing and electrical work.
• Experience with labor partners and negotiations
• Knowledge of general principles of administration, with particular reference to personnel, purchasing, and budgeting systems as they relate to the maintenance and operations activities of a school district
• A proven record of effectively planning, organizing and using resources to take action and achieve goals
• Success leading effective teams and individual
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with District staff and colleagues
• Knowledge of facilities management best practices in a public school district sector setting
• A proven record of managing organizational change and initiating key innovations
• Strong systems thinking necessary to interpret data to inform goals and strategy, as well as develop new systems and processes
• Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and roles within a complex organizations
• Experience and success with effective written and verbal communication, facilitation and presentations to large groups and a variety of audiences (e.g., staff meetings, executive briefings, public board meetings, memos)
• Experience working with operations management (work order) software
• Ability to work effectively in difficult situations that involve confidential and sensitive matters

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.S) from an accredited college or university; advanced degree preferred
• Four (4) years of professional-level experience managing subordinate management-level personnel in facility maintenance and repair
• Strategic leadership and management experience; in a K-12 public educational setting preferred
• Substitution: Education requirement may be substituted for additional professional-level experience on a year-for-year basis.

What We Offer

SFUSD offers a competitive salary of $134,939 - $183,656 annually commensurate with experience in a similar position. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan including dental and vision plans, a defined benefit pension plan, disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options and vacation time. We also offer an inclusive and equity-centered environment where we encourage staff to bring their whole selves to work.

How to Apply

• Visit www.careers.sfusd.edu and create a new account to begin your application.
• Visit careers.sf.gov and begin the application process.
• You will be prompted to electronically attach a letter of interest, resume, list of professional references and any applicable credentials or licenses
• Our Human Resources team will then review your entire application to determine your eligibility status and contact you directly should you move forward in the process

Verification

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $134,939.00 - $183,656.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Construction site
• In-person
• Office
• Outdoor work
• Public school
• School
• Warehouse

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 4 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• San Francisco, CA (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Francisco, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person