Director of Facilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the President, the Director of Facilities is responsible for the oversight of the Facilities Divisions of the Union Rescue Mission. The Director ensures that the day-to-day Maintenance, Housekeeping, Custodial, Health and Safety departments function smoothly at our San Pedro facility and the satellite campuses, (Hope Gardens, Angeles House, Oaks, Thrift Stores, and warehouses). The Director will also maintain inventory of assets and implement a comprehensive preventative & routine maintenance plan for all facilities, Health, Safety and Security departments to function smoothly. 

CORE WORK PRINCIPLE: 

Colossians 3:23 is the foundation of URM’s standard for employment, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord and not for people”. The goal for each employee is to enrich and sustain a humble heart attitude; to enrich and sustain a mindset of serving others, treating them with kindness and truth; and to enrich and sustain a zealous desire for achieving work objectives without any ulterior motives or agendas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads and coordinates the Facility Division activities to maintain the necessary daily services for staff and program teams of URM. 
• Through direct reports, (Facility Managers of Hope Gardens, Angeles House, The Oaks and Downtown) coordinates the day-to-day, security, maintenance, landscaping, housekeeping, and building repairs, as well as compliance with fire/life/health/safety protocols at all URM properties.
• Prepares the Facility, Safety and Security Divisions fiscal year budget(s).
• Regularly evaluates the facility systems for regular maintenance and repair; and prepares a report to be presented to the President prioritizing short-term and long-term maintenance items. 
• Coordinates the development and implementation of fire, life, health, and safety programs to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies including the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Cal OSHA, California Department of Health Services and the State/City Fire Marshal's office.
• Coordinates and manages work to be completed by contractors and skilled trades. 
• Oversees staff that installs, inspects, repairs, and maintains building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, and waste management.
• Ensures requests are completed within established timelines, are within budget, and meet quality standards established at the mission. 
• Ensures the establishment of preventative maintenance programs at each property.
• Provides staff training in operating procedures, repairs, and policies. 
• Works with the Volunteer department and Chaplains to coordinate work assignments in operational areas as well as special projects throughout the mission.
• Knowledgeable in all functional areas and department processes; develops best practices and SOPs to ensure compliance of operating systems and services.
• Ensures proper oversight and management of outside security contractor for the San Pedro, Hope Gardens, Angeles House, The Oaks, and the Covina and Whittier Thrift and Boutique retail stores. 
• Works with Fire and Safety Coordinator to evaluate and assess the best security procedures needed at each facility. 
• Establishes and maintains relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
• Understands, interprets, and enforces new and/or updated local, state, federal, fire, health, and safety regulations
• Interacts with all URM departments on a continuous basis to service department needs and to receive suggestions and/or compliments. 
• Conducts other tasks and projects as assigned by the President.
• Commitment to URM mission, vision, and core values.
• Encourages guests in their faith and growth in Jesus Christ. 

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

• Interviewing, hiring, orienting, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.  
• Direct reports: Facility Managers, Fire and Safety Coordinator

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Climb ladders up to 26’.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.

• Noise levels are considered moderate to high.  
• The office is clean, orderly, properly lit, and ventilated.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION. AND LICENSURES:

• Equivalent of a bachelor’s degree and 5 years progressively responsible, related experience, preferably non-profit.  
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to be added to the company auto policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
• Ability to analyze complex data and develop recommendations and solutions.
• Excellent planning, organizing and project management skills. 
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and persuasively.
• Strong customer, quality, and results oriented.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to be an effective team member and handle project leadership responsibility.
• Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves.