Director, Division of Maintenance and Operations

Job Description

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Under direction of the Department of Facilities Management, the Director of Maintenance and Operations is responsible for the leadership, development, and execution of a variety of programs, projects, and activities related to maintenance, custodial, grounds keeping, and building system functions for all Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) facilities. Develops and executes continuous improvement of processes to optimize operational effectiveness. Develops and sustains a system of delivering high quality, high performance products and services. Develops and manages annual budgets. Effectively leads the division in supporting the MCPS commitment to equity and excellence for all staff and students. Oversees the implementation of the Professional Growth Systems through the training, supervision, and evaluation of staff.

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:

None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of effective facilities maintenance and operations management methodologies, business practices, design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, information, and equipment. Extensive knowledge and experience in organizational development specifically in educational systems facilities. Ability to perform assignments requiring the organization of materials and preparation of reports. Ability to implement division-wide common systems and designing work processes and measurements to align with the Department of Facilities Management initiatives. Possess visionary leadership skills with the ability to empower others. Thorough knowledge of Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) policies, regulations, and practices. Excellent technical, oral/written communications, organizational, and human relations skills. Considerable knowledge in capital and operational budget development analysis and techniques for managing resources. Ability to communicate effectively to other directors, principals, and appropriate MCPS staff.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, business administration, or related field. Master¿s preferred. Five or more years experience in systems integration, facilitation of lean principals in a facility setting, and continuous process improvement. Extensive experience in data analysis, capital and operational budget development and analysis, management of financial resources, and effective interaction with school system administrators, school board members, and the public. Progressive management experience dealing with multiple projects and diverse teams.