Job Description

JOB DEFINITION:

The Director of Facility Operations provides strategic leadership and direct oversight of Bend-La Pine Schools’ custodial services, maintenance operations, and district sustainability efforts. This role ensures that all facilities are clean, safe, energy-efficient, and operationally aligned with the district’s goals for equity, environmental stewardship, and student success.

The Director supervises operational leaders and support staff, aligns systems and processes across departments, and manages department budgets to ensure responsible resource stewardship. This includes planning, monitoring, and forecasting expenditures across custodial, maintenance, and sustainability functions. The Director plays a key role in linking day-to-day operations with long-range facility planning, regulatory compliance, and the broader mission of public education.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight of custodial services, maintenance operations, and district sustainability initiatives.
• Align systems, processes, and protocols across departments to ensure consistent service delivery and operational excellence.
• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets; ensure responsible allocation of resources and accurate forecasting.
• Oversee procurement, vendor relationships, and contracting for operational services and supplies in compliance with district policy and state regulations.
• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive preventive and corrective maintenance program for all district facilities.
• Ensure custodial practices meet health, safety, and appearance standards across all schools and district buildings.
• Advance the district’s sustainability goals by promoting energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation, and environmentally preferred purchasing.
• Support site-based and system-wide sustainability efforts through coordination, data monitoring, and technical guidance.
• Collaborate with the district leadership on long-range facility planning and capital investment alignment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building, environmental, and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, ADA, fire codes).
• Use data systems and performance indicators to track work orders, monitor outcomes, and drive continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with school leaders, district administrators, external agencies, and community partners.
• Promote a culture of inclusion, accountability, and professionalism across all teams.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with stakeholders regarding operational impacts, timelines, and service expectations.
• Lead or participate in district committees and cross-departmental projects as needed.
• Implement emergency response protocols for operational disruptions, severe weather, and facility safety incidents.
• Fulfill other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position operates in both office and field environments and requires frequent visits to school and district sites to observe, support, and evaluate custodial, maintenance, and sustainability operations. The role occasionally involves hands-on participation in custodial or maintenance work to model expectations, understand system-level barriers, or provide support during high-need situations. Physical demands include regular movement between locations, walking building sites, crouching or crawling for extended periods of time, climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 pounds, and exposure to weather conditions, dust, chemicals, and loud noises. The position also requires extended periods of computer work, participation in meetings, and the ability to prioritize competing demands. Availability to respond to urgent facilities issues outside standard hours is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

• Building systems, mechanical operations, and infrastructure maintenance practices
• Principles of preventive and corrective maintenance programming
• Custodial procedures, equipment, products, and health/safety standards
• Best practices in personnel management, to include recruiting, hiring, onboarding, supervision, evaluation, and retention
• Labor relations best practices
• Sustainability principles including energy management, waste reduction, and environmentally preferred purchasing
• Applicable building, fire, environmental, and workplace safety codes (e.g., OSHA, ADA, AHERA)
• Budget development, fiscal tracking, and resource allocation for large-scale operations
• Modern procurement practices and vendor management protocols
• Facility operations data systems (e.g., CMMS) and reporting tools
• Personnel supervision, evaluation, and labor relations practices
• Project management principles and operational logistics
• Proficiency with pertinent software applications needed to be efficient in the role
• Inclusive leadership practices in service delivery and personnel management

Skills & Abilities:

• Lead, supervise, and develop diverse operational teams across multiple functional areas
• Translate long-term goals into efficient, scalable operational systems
• Communicate effectively across stakeholder groups, both verbally and in writing
• Analyze data, monitor trends, and use metrics to guide decisions
• Manage complex budgets and ensure cost-effective use of resources
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergent facility or staffing needs
• Interpret technical documents, blueprints, and maintenance records
• Prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
• Foster positive relationships with staff, school leaders, vendors, and community members
• Navigate physical demands including lifting, climbing, crawling, and working in variable conditions
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and accountable workplace culture

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Public Administration, or related field; OR comparable combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in facilities, operations, or related areas.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams and large-scale operational systems.

Preferred :

• Professional certifications such as LEED AP, Certified Facility Manager (CFM), or Building Operator Certification (BOC)
• Experience implementing sustainability initiatives, energy management strategies, or large-scale maintenance systems in public or institutional settings
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building automation systems (BAS)

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