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Position: Director of Facilities for local Church Reports To: Business Administrator Supervises: Building Supervisor and contracted custodial service providers Shift: 1st Position Summary The Director of Facilities provides strategic and operational leadership for the care, maintenance, safety, and readiness of the church's buildings, grounds, vehicles, and related physical assets. This role ensures church facilities effectively support worship, ministry programs, staff operations, and community use while maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment. The Director of Facilities leads facility operations through preventative maintenance planning, vendor management, asset tracking, and supervision of custodial services. This individual works closely with church leadership to steward the church's physical resources and plan for future facility needs and improvements. Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning Work with church leadership to assess facility needs and plan for future building improvements. Assist in forecasting maintenance needs and lifecycle replacement of major building systems and equipment. Facilities Operations, Maintenance & Custodial Management Oversee the maintenance, care, and operational readiness of all church facilities, grounds, vehicles, and rental properties. Maintain records for service, repairs, warranties, inspections, and preventative maintenance of all physical assets. Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to ensure building systems operate safely and efficiently. Supervise custodial operations utilizing in-house and contracted personnel. Perform maintenance within the limits of personal skills. Facilities Scheduling & Ministry Support Oversee building access and HVAC usage to support ministry programs and events. Collaborate with ministry leaders and administrative staff to ensure facility needs are met for worship services, programs, and outside events. Safety & Compliance Ensure building safety operations are maintained across all facilities. Promote and communicate workplace safety standards for staff, volunteers, and building users. Coordinate routine safety inspections and ensure timely resolution of safety concerns. Budget & Vendor Management In collaboration with church leadership, assist in developing and managing the facilities and maintenance budget. Monitor expenses related to facilities operations. Manage relationships with maintenance vendors, contractors, and service providers. Oversee service contracts and ensure quality work performed within approved budgets. Core Competencies Aesthetic Awareness Demonstrates a natural awareness about the effective organization of space for different purposes; possesses a natural orientation towards cleanliness and orderliness of space; appreciates the value of and need for sacred space and knows how to physically tend to it. Informing Others Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs well; helps people understand the information and its relevance to the task at hand; is timely and transparent in the sharing of information. Decision Making and Problem Solving Uses sound logic to approach difficult problems and apply effective solutions; can distinguish between symptoms, causes, and implied solutions; decides in a timely manner based upon a blend of research, experience, risk-taking, and judgment. Supervising Work Establishes clear expectations and direction; sets stretching objectives; distributes workload appropriately; provides regular and ongoing feedback; addresses substandard performance proactively; engages disciplinary processes in a timely manner. Process Management Understands the processes necessary to get things done; organizes people and activities efficiently; separates and combines tasks into effective workflows; identifies key metrics; recognizes opportunities for synergy and integration; simplifies complex processes and creates policies for repetitive tasks. Qualifications Bachelor's or associate's degree preferred in facilities management, construction management, business administration, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities management, building operations, property management, or a related field. Demonstrated ability to manage facility operations, prioritize projects, and oversee service providers. Working knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Google Workspace, and Google Drive. Ability to routinely lift furniture, construction materials, and equipment; comfortable standing and/or walking for long periods. Experience supervising staff and coordinating contracted services. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. HTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V/SO. #INDPRO Employment Type: Full Time