Deputy Director of School Facilities, OSF - 26027

Position Summary: The New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) Office of School Facilities (OSF) is seeking a Deputy Director School Facilities to oversee the custodial and facility maintenance service operations with regard to work assignments and coordination with regional centers. The Deputy Director will supervise custodian engineers and building managers and will interface with principals, educators, contractors, skilled trade and technical staff for both the NYCPS and external agencies. During emergency response situations the incumbent is vital to oversee front-line management of school buildings, field offices, and administrative buildings. Performs related work.Reports to: Director of School FacilitiesDirect Reports: Regional Custodian EngineersKey Relationships: Relationships will be fostered with Office of School Facilities managerial and technical staff, Division of School Leadership (DSL), and educators.ResponsibilitiesProvides overall direction and leadership in the operation and maintenance of public-school buildings in a designated area.Actively manages the implementation of OSF’s operational measures with respect to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) distribution, and enhanced cleaning protocols.Oversees and administers the custodial and facilities maintenance service operations with regard to work assignments and coordination with the regional centers.Supervises custodian engineers and building managers. Interfaces with OSF administration, DSL, skilled trade and technical staff directors to ensure the highest quality facilities among NYCPS.Qualification RequirementsMinimumA baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time, satisfactory progressively responsible experience in building maintenance including supervision of cleaning, operating, heating and maintaining building structures and grounds and their related mechanical and electrical equipment, 18 months which shall have been in a managerial or executive capacity; ORA four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of experience as described in “1” above, including 18 months in a managerial or executive capacity; OREducation and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must possess a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and have the 18 months of managerial or executive experience as described in “1” above. Note: You must have a motor vehicle driver’s license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.PreferredDemonstrated success in building and contract management.College degree particularly in the areas of facilities operations and maintenance, or general management.One or more of the following licenses or certifications: High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer’s License issued by the New York City Department of Buildings.Refrigerating System Operating Engineer Certificate of Qualification issued by the New York City Fire Department; or a professional facilities management certification, e.g., the Building Owners and Managers Institute’s Facilities Management Administrator (FMA), the Systems Maintenance Administrator (SMA), or the Systems Maintenance Technician (SMT) certifications. Salary: $135,000 - $149,000(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding. New York City Residency is NOT Required *We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERDOE Non- Discrimination PolicyThe Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.