Senior Director, Facilities

Senior Director, Facilities JobID: 847Position Type:Operations/Senior Director, FacilitiesDate Posted:5/28/2026Location:Camden City School DistrictClosing Date:06/04/2026Additional Information: Show/HideCAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICTSenior Director, FacilitiesPosition SummaryThe Senior Director, Facilities administers facilities development, repair services as well as support services through multiple related divisions.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree from an accredited university as define by NJSA 18A or equivalent work experieince in engineering, facilities management and/or architectureAt least 5 years of full-time work experience in facilities operationsNew Jersey Certificate of Educational Facilities Management or written commitment to obtain the CEFM within 24 months of employment with the DistrictA valid driver's license as well as current insurance and vehicle with valid registrationRequired criminal history background check, physical, and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien statusPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree with equivalent experience and Master's degree preferred.A NJ Black Seal or higher preferredA five years senior management experience of a large scale multi-site facilities operation over 1 million square feet, preferably in a major educational institution. Includes facility maintenance, design and construction, planning, budgeting, staffing, union negotiations and contract administration, custodial services and life safety. Experience in supervising and managing skill trades is highly preferred.Core ResponsibilitiesMajor responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:Under the direction of School Business Administrator, plans, directs and controls implementation of district policies and procedures governing the operation of the following areas:School Based Facilities MaintenanceProject ControlFacilities SupportDesign and ConstructionPlanning and FinanceDirect through Facilities Managers and other district staff the following functions:Lead and manage general housekeeping and HVAC operations in the schools and buildings, as well as the other district owned/rented propertiesDevelop and implement programs will enhance the physical image and aesthetics of the Camden City School DistrictDevelop and plan policies of the department in order to provide effective service to the goals of the Camden City School DistrictLead and manage development of practices and procedures which will ensure that physical development and rehabilitation projects are timely, initiated and completed through proper fiscal planning, scheduling and follow-upCoordinate activities involving school design construction and planning to convert educational specifications and concepts into learning facilitiesCoordinate efficient and effective processing requests for facilities supportLead and manage repair and maintenance of structures, grounds, equipment and facilities of the schools and administrative offices of the districtOversee programs for elimination of potential hazards to students, staff and propertyAdvise School Business Administrator on departmental mattersEnsure fiscal accountability of the departmentMaintain harmonious relationships between divisions within the department in order to ensure maximum productivityComplete are necessary facility reporting to the NJ DOE as necessary which will include, the Comprehensive Maintenance Plan, M-1 form, Long Range Facility Plan, Lead Monitoring Plan and posting, Annual School Facilities Evaluation form, AHERA Asbestos Plan and updates, change of use classroom forms among other required facilities reports.Direct all facilities staff during weather-related and other emergency operations for day or evening shift, as assignedWill be required to report on-site during weather-related and other closings, emergencies during any part of the day or night, and on the weekends, as necessaryParticipate in employment of Division Managers and other key personnel in conjunction with the Division of Talent and Labor RelationsParticipate in collective bargaining sessions, as requestedNegotiate, in conjunction with district counsel, leasing of propertiesMaintain liaison to district administration, community organizations, staff and business community at large in order to ensure maximum delivery and servicesIdentify and implement facility related cost saving opportunities, including proactively soliciting proposals from vendors for facility related servicesMonitor and control monthly expenses for related expenditures against budgetLead emergency responseEvaluate all facilities staff or assign a designee approved by the School Business AdministratorSupports projects and initiatives in other divisions and departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basisPerforms other duties as assigned by the School Business Administrator or designeeCORE COMPETENCIESProven ability to supervise and lead facilities management according to best practices for large urban multi-site propertiesFamiliarity with New Jersey law and policy relevant to providing facilities and custodial services in school districtsExceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify challenges and actively work to solutionsKnowledge of management of affiliated union staff members to ensure positive working relationships and work outcomesSuperb written and oral communication and facilitation skillsStrong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships with school leaders, colleagues and stakeholdersAbility to make data-driven and evidence-based decisions through understanding the administrative processes of researching, planning, organizing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating for the wide variety of programs, processes and projects related to a school district facilities functionStrong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) as well as School-DudePerform all duties and assignments in a courteous and cooperative manner, while adhering to high standards of workmanship, cleanliness and safetyExceptional customer service orientation, including ability to establish and maintain successful relationships with the educational community; maintain confidentiality as required and appropriateTerms of EmploymentTwelve-month position. Salary, benefits, and conditions of employment shall be in accordance with Board policy and applicable agreements.EvaluationPerformance shall be evaluated annually in accordance with Board policy, administrative regulations, and district leadership procedures.Reports To: School Business AdministratorSupervises:Work Year: Twelve (12) MonthsClassification: Non-AffiliatedMinimum Starting Salary: $120,000.00Maximum Starting Salary: $150,000.00Residency RequirementUnder New Jersey's "New Jersey First Act" (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7), all employees of New Jersey public school districts must maintain bona fide New Jersey residency as a condition of employment. Candidates must already reside in New Jersey or establish residency within the required timeframe after hire. Current employees who were hired on or before September 1, 2011 are exempt from this requirement and may continue to reside outside the state. In limited circumstances, applicants may request a residency waiver through the state's Employee Residency Review Committee if they can demonstrate critical need or hardship; approval is not guaranteed.THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval)