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Director of Facilities and Transportation

@ Oxford Public Schools
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Oxford, Connecticut, United States
$95k-$105k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:managing facilities, overseeing transportation, leading projects
Requirements Summary:Bachelor's degree in engineering/public administration or equivalent experience; 5+ years facilities management; experience with capital project planning, transportation oversight, vendor/contract management, regulatory compliance, and strong communication skills.
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Job Description

Position Title: Director of Facilities and Transportation


Reports to: Superintendent


Salary: $95,000-$105,000 commensurate with experience


Work year: 12-months


 


Position Summary:


The Oxford Public School District is seeking a strategic, versatile, and proactive Director of Facilities and Transportation to join our high-performing team. In this role, you will oversee facility operations, manage capital projects and District long-term capital planning, as well as manage all aspects of District transportation. This position requires a motivated, experienced professional, knowledgeable in all aspects of public school facilities management and applicable laws and regulations. 


 


Key Responsibilities



  • Lead the development, implementation, and management of a comprehensive long term capital plan/long range facilities master plan aligned with District’s strategic plan and enrollment projections, as well as collaborate with Town’s capital projects committees

  • Lead and strategize the planning, organizing, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation of the school facilities’ goals and objectives in the most cost efficient and effective manner

  • Manage all aspects of the District’s facilities, including managing the daily operations of the school facilities department through hands-on teamwork with central office and school-based administration and support staff

  • Develop and administer the school facilities department’s operating and capital budgets

  • Plan and manage all aspects of District transportation

  • Meet regularly with District transportation company and oversee District bus drivers/buses/vans

  • Hire vendors and contractors to repair, maintain, and provide preventive maintenance to District facilities and equipment

  • Manage vendor contracts and service agreements

  • Oversee facility operations, including managing and supervising daily work of custodial staff and District Maintenance Technician

  • Collaborate to provide emergency communication for transportation delays

  • Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal codes and regulations, including OSHA, DEP, and Department of Education requirements 

  • Presents facilities-related reports and recommendations to the Superintendent and Board of Education 

  • Attend Board of Education facility committee meetings, finance committee meetings as needed, business and workshop meetings as needed, and town meetings as needed

  • Utilizes facilities management software systems to track work orders, maintenance schedules, and asset management 

  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent and/or Superintendent


Qualifications & Experience:



  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, public administration, or related field or related experience in an associated field

  • 5+ years of experience in facilities management

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Strong understanding of public school facilities regulations and requirements

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders

  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent may deem acceptable and appropriate


This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and responsibilities which comprises this position.