Director of Facilities (Buildings and Grounds)

Director of Facilities (Buildings and Grounds)

East Hampton Board of Education - Director of Facilities (Buildings and Grounds) for Schools and Town of East Hampton

Location of Assignment: District and Town wide (East Hampton, CT)

Anticipated Starting Date: November 2026

Description of Position:

The Facilities Director is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the maintenance and custodial service programs for all town and school properties. They have oversight responsibility for the physical condition of all town and school plants and grounds including, but not restricted to, the areas of health and safety.

Part of their responsibility will be maintenance scheduling, coordination, oversight and management as well as carrying out applicable policies along with state and federal regulations pertaining to areas of jurisdiction and ensuring compliance with same.

The Director works under the direction of the Town Manager and Superintendent of Schools for matters within their respective areas of authority. Time and duties are structurally divided between Town and Board of Education portfolios. This shared model has been in place since 2021, and has operated with ease since its inception. The Director of Facilities is a key member of the leadership team for both the Town and Schools.

Pay Range:

$125,000-$145,000

Qualifications

• Advanced degree from an accredited college or university in construction management, architecture/design, engineering, public administration or a related field.

• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in the management of a facilities department/agency/organization, including at least two years of supervisory and managerial experience.

• Experience in a municipal or school setting is highly desired. Consideration may be given to equivalent experience and training.

• A valid driver's license.

• Strong building, mechanical, electrical systems, boiler and HVAC equipment background.

• Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, verbal and written communications skills.

• Working knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and International Building Code (IBC) with State of CT amendments for commercial and similar buildings.

• Familiarity with Connecticut’s Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and Office of School Construction Grants & Review (OSCGR) (preferred).

• Experience on state projects (preferred).

• Job Information

• Job Category: Facility Management

• Salary: $125,000 - $145,000 Per Year

• Experience: 5 - 10 years

• Position Type: Full Time