Facilities Director

Facilities Director

Facilities Management Department

Salary / Pay Rate: $100,000.00 -$115, 000.00

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Full Time

Post Date: 05/04/2022

The Kendall County Facilities Management Department is seeking a qualified applicant for the position of, Facilities Director. The primary duty is to manage and provide oversight of Kendall County’s Facilities Management Department in accordance with the goals, polices, and budget parameters established by the Kendall County Board.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Customarily and regularly supervises and directs the work of at least two or more full-time employees in the Facilities Management Department including, but not limited to the Assistant Director and Office Assistant.

Serves as the direct supervisor for the Assistant Director and Office Assistant and plans, assigns and directs their work.

Prepares and submits the annual budget for the Facilities Management Department to the County Board for approval

Serves as the County’s ADA Coordinator and oversees ADA compliance for all County-owned buildings, associated facilities, systems, and equipment.

Coordinates and works with the County’s vendors to determine where or what energy-related equipment and services need to be upgraded or replaced and provides recommendations regarding the same to the County Administrator and the Kendall County Board.

Manages and maintains the County’s centralized computerized energy management systems to determine appropriate settings are to make adjustments, as needed.

Develops and updates safety programs for County-owned buildings

Provides technical expertise and project management in the planning, design and construction of new County facilities, renovation projects, and necessary maintenance

Preserves the confidentiality and security of confidential information and information relating to all functions of the Facilities Management Department.

Promotes a professional, positive, cooperative, and team orientated attitude, committed to working in a quality environment and achieving the highest level of customer satisfaction.

Complies with all applicable ordinances, laws, regulations, policies and procedures regarding or relating to assigned job duties.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in applied sciences or completion of an accredited apprenticeship program.

Minimum of seven years of field experience in commercial, office, or building facility maintenance and repair is required.

Minimum of four years in a management position is preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Proficient knowledge of MS Office Suite applications including Outlook, Excel and Word.

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to listen, understand information and ideas, and work effectively with County personnel, department heads, local elected officials and the public.
Knowledge of principles and practices of local government structure and services.

Valid driver’s license is required.

For more information, please review the full job description on the Kendall County Website (employment)

Interested candidates may submit their application, resumes and professional references by email: with the subject “ Facilities Director” or by mail to:

Attn: Tina Dado (Human Resources Specialist)
111 W. Fox Street
Yorkville, Illinois 60560
630-553-4834

Application must be completed to be considered. Employment Applications are located on the Kendall County Website.

Comprehensive benefit package.

Deadline to apply is May 31, 2022.

Kendall County is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion ,age sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA), it is the policy of Kendall County to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Tina Dado, Human Resource Specialist at the contact information provided above.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• On call

Experience:

• Facilities maintenance: 7 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location