Position Summary

The Director of Facilities Operations supports the district's mission to inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to their community, and engage in a lifetime of learning by directing resources and overseeing all aspects of Facilities Operations, including Custodial Services, Buildings & Grounds/Maintenance, and Health and Safety. Oversees department budgets, activities, operational policies, objectives, and initiatives. Leads and develops staff, establishing systems to measure and monitor workflow efficiency and operational effectiveness. Collaborates with other department and building leaders to assess operational needs and ensure alignment with district priorities. Plans and implements strategic solutions for technical, data, and financial management, leveraging new and existing systems to improve outcomes. Ensures attainment of short- and long-term financial and operational goals in alignment with the district's strategic plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facilities and Construction: Oversees long-range facilities planning, construction, and maintenance. (25%)

• Develops, implements, and ensures accountability for the district's long-term facilities and deferred maintenance plan.
• Leads resource allocation and priority setting for facility-related budgets in alignment with the Long Range Financial Planning process.
• Serves as district representative for all construction projects.
• Develops, implements, and ensures accountability for the district's long-term facilities and deferred maintenance plan.
• Leads resource allocation and priority setting for facility-related budgets in alignment with the Long Range Financial Planning process.
• Serves as district representative for all construction projects.
• Develops the Long-Term Facilities Maintenance (LTFM) 10-year plan and ensures compliance with reporting requirements to the School Board and state authorities.
• Directs collaborative facilities assessments and proposes recommendations for capital facilities improvements and referendum project design development.
• Designs project development strategies and oversees project design processes.
• Selects and evaluates professional design partners and owners' representatives.
• Directs the activities of the Facilities Development Steering Committee.
• Oversees project implementation, ensuring quality, safety, and alignment with district goals.
   

Strategic Leadership: Provides strategic leadership to the district in a systemic and integrated manner. (20%)

• Develops and maintains integrated processes and solutions in collaboration with the Executive Director of Finance and Operations and department leaders.
• Recommends, revises, and interprets school board policy and administrative procedures related to assigned areas.
• Represents the district positively at district and community events, in professional organizations, and with stakeholders and vendors while demonstrating professionalism and confidentiality.
• Assumes decision-making responsibility and applies effective problem-solving processes.
• Fosters open communication, maintains accessibility and visibility, and invites suggestions and feedback.
• Addresses needs and concerns of others, provides appropriate support, and resolves conflicts.
• Demonstrates cultural responsiveness and leads departmental work for racial equity, including equitable resource distribution.
• Engages in professional growth and learning through local and national associations.
• Builds trust by demonstrating competence, reliability, sincerity, and caring; adapts and remains flexible.
• Ensures continuous improvement by implementing and monitoring departmental improvement plans.

• Attends School Board and Cabinet/Superintendent meetings as required.

   

Departmental Leadership: Coordinates integration and administration of departmental operations. (15%)

• Builds a high-performing work team in collaboration with the Executive Director of Finance and Operations.
• Identifies and develops functional improvements in operational services.
• Coordinates planning and execution of system workflows.
• Develops, evaluates, and implements improved processes, workflows, and tools.
• Ensures optimal communication, system integration, and workflow efficiency across Facilities and Transportation Operations.
• Coaches and mentors operations management staff.
• Directs development of departmental continuous improvement objectives aligned with the strategic plan.
• Ensures compliance with departmental procedures and practices.
• Oversees departmental budgets and financial planning.
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Supports site operations through communication, collaboration, and customer service.
   

Custodial and Maintenance Operations: Ensures safe and healthy environments by directing Custodial Services and Buildings & Grounds/Maintenance. (15%)

• Oversees efficient operation, upkeep, and maintenance of school buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Implements strategies for high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective facility operations.
• Ensures facilities and grounds are attractive, well-maintained, and safe.
   

Department Staff Supervision: Recruits, develops, and evaluates departmental staff. (15%)

• Screens, recruits, and selects staff.
• Manages employee performance and administers discipline as appropriate.
• Provides training for new hires, continuing employees, and vendor teams.
• Supervises direct reports, offering coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.
   

Health and Safety: Directs the district's health and safety program to promote safety and compliance. (10%)

• Develops and implements district health and safety programs.
• Maintains partnerships to enhance health and safety strategies, ensuring compliance with laws, policies, and procedures.
• Assesses, identifies, and investigates risks and hazards.
   

Other Duties

• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned by the Executive Director of Finance and Operations.

   

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent years of experience) in Business Administration, Management, Occupational Health/Safety, Engineering/Construction, Transportation, or a related field.
• Eight (8) to ten (10) years of relevant work experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a K-12 school district environment.

Hiring range: Pay Grade 122, $152,633 to $177,817 annually
Job type: Full-time, 260/261 workdays per year
Bargaining unit: Directors and Confidential Managers
Desired start date: July 1, 2026

The application deadline for this position is Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 11:59 pm. Interviews will take place after the application deadline.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates leadership in administering and managing district operations, applying strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources to achieve organizational goals.
• Experienced in supervising and developing employees through training, coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations, fostering accountability, engagement, and professional growth.
• Knowledgeable in laws, legal codes, regulations, and governmental processes relevant to facilities management, occupational health and safety, risk management, and public sector operations.
• Skilled in labor relations, personnel leadership, and conflict resolution, with the ability to motivate, develop, and direct individuals and teams.
• Proficient in monitoring workflows, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring compliance with district policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong judgment and decision-making abilities, able to evaluate alternatives, consider costs and benefits, and choose effective courses of action.
• Advanced communication skills, including technical writing, public speaking, and presentation delivery, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong planning, organization, and project management skills, capable of leading large-scale initiatives from concept to completion.
• Skilled in analyzing problems, developing solutions, and making timely, effective decisions.
• Demonstrates discretion in handling confidential information and applies security and safety protocols consistently.
• Committed to exceptional customer service, applying principles of customer needs assessment, quality standards, and continuous improvement to internal and external services.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to leverage technology to improve operational efficiency.
• Willing to work outside normal business hours in emergency situations, maintaining a calm and professional presence under pressure.
• Demonstrates adaptability, integrity, and accountability while fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
   

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Work involves frequent sitting, talking, hearing, and the use of hands to operate a computer and standard office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling may be required when inspecting or observing equipment, facilities, and personnel. Visual acuity is necessary for reading and preparing documents, viewing a computer screen, and conducting inspections with accuracy.

Work is primarily performed in a standard office setting within a school or district administrative environment, with periodic visits to school buildings, grounds, and facilities. The position may involve occasional exposure to dust, noise, cleaning chemicals, or other environmental conditions when conducting inspections or overseeing maintenance and custodial operations. Tasks are generally performed in a climate-controlled environment with access to necessary technology and resources. The work is deadline-driven and may involve multiple priorities, emergency responses, and frequent interactions with staff, contractors, and community members.


Osseo Area Schools offers:

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Summer opportunities
• ...and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District's Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy. 

Veteran's Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application. 

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer: 

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.