Job Description - ASSISTANT FACILITIES MANAGER (00139141)
Job Description
ASSISTANT FACILITIES MANAGER
Requisition ID
: 00139141
Job Posting
: Jun 22, 2026, 9:04:53 PM
Closing Date
: Jul 13, 2026, 10:29:00 AM
Posting Salary: $89,099 / Annually
Organization
: Forest Preserve District
Forest Preserve District of Cook County
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Assistant Facilities Manager assists in recommending annual and long-range planning for maintenance operations, safety, and the overall quality of Forest Preserves of Cook County (FPCC) facilities. This position assists with overseeing the day-to-day operations and staff assigned to the Facilities division, helping to plan, direct, supervise, and evaluate the work and effectiveness of facilities maintenance operations.
Typical Duties
Assists with providing direct and indirect supervision over employees.
Assists in managing, supervising, and expediting the progress of skilled union trades personnel
engaged in installation, maintenance, and repair of facilities throughout the FPCC.
Encourages and motivates employees supervised to perform at a consistently high level.
Monitors staff to ensure work log records are maintained manually and within the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Receives reports from field personnel regarding breakdown, failure, or damage of facilities and assists in determining urgency and type of repair needed.
Meets and confers with District personnel, outside contractors, vendors, and various State and local agency representatives on department related matters.
Assists with staffing recommendations including hiring, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
Helps ensure the maintenance, safety, and overall quality of FPCC facilities.
Assists in delegating work orders for HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Painting, Heavy Equipment and works with vendors on our fuel orders and fueling locations and fire protection systems throughout the District.
Assists with managing service contracts and vendors to ensure facility management needs are met.
Responds to facility and equipment alarms and system failures when necessary, regardless of time of day, day of the week, or inclement weather conditions.
Assists with supervising construction and rehabilitation of buildings, structures, equipment, and landscapes.
Helps manage inventory of equipment required for facility maintenance
Assists with reviewing documents and work orders to determine the most feasible repair or replacement options.
Supports oversight of fuel storage and dispensing systems and related software programs.
Supports compliance with green energy and environmental initiatives.
Assists with waste, pest control, and pollution abatement programs.
Supports special emphasis programs such as the Green Initiative Program, Recycling Program, and Hazardous Waste Materials Program.
Assists with recommending disposal of equipment through trade in or salvage.
Confers with utility companies regarding energy conservation measures when required.
Assists with coordinating Environmental Conservation, Safety, and Sign Programs.
Helps prepare budget estimates and scheduling standards for maintenance and repair work.
Assists with preparing Requests for Quotations (RFQ), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and Requests for Information (RFI).
Assists with preparing status reports of progress and targeted goals.
Participates in preventative maintenance planning and compliance monitoring.
Reviews work progress to evaluate timeliness, cost effectiveness, and quality.
Assists with estimating materials needed for repairs and facility rehabilitation.
Supports contract execution including budget monitoring and work schedule tracking.
Works with managers and contractors to ensure responsible implementation of workorders.
Minimum Qualifications
Must possess a bachelor''s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Facilities Management, Facilities Engineering, Business Management, Property Management or a substantially similar area AND at least 3 years of full-time work experience in general maintenance and repair such as carpentry, electrical, masonry, painting and plumbing work OR a high school diploma or GED AND at least 5 years of full-time work experience in general maintenance and repair such as carpentry, electrical, masonry, painting and plumbing work.
Must possess at least 3 years of full-time work experience in a supervisory capacity.
Must possess a valid Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of at least 1 season of work experience with the FPCC; OR at least 1 season of work experience as a Conservation Corp Crew member; OR at least 1 season of work experience on property of FPCC with partners such as the Chicago Zoological Society, Chicago Botanic Garden, Greencorps Chicago; OR at least 1 season of work experience with other partners such as, Friends of the Forest Preserves or the Student Conservation Association.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics
Operational knowledge of heavy equipment e.g., backhoes, wheel loaders, forklifts, excavators, etc.
Experience interacting with contractors and labor unions.
Detailed knowledge of repair, maintenance, operational practices, and regulations related to FPCC facilities.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Facilities Management systems, as well as other reporting and analytics tools.
Up-to-date knowledge of environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations.
Ability to assist directing a full range of maintenance operations on a variety of equipment and vehicles.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
Ability to assist with the prioritization, assignment, supervision, and evaluation of the work assigned to personnel to achieve goals and objectives.
Knowledge of disciplinary policies and procedures and the ability to assist with enforce when necessary.
Ability to maintain a high level of efficiency and morale while supervising and cooperating with employees.
Skill in communicating effectively and tactfully with others both verbally and in writing. Ability to explain services and operations or provide general directions and information to callers and visitors.
Ability to respond effectively during emergency situations.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee''s normal line of work.
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
Veteran's Preference
When applying for employment with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference, a Veteran must:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify him/herself as a Veteran on his/her employment application by answering "Yes" to the question "Are you a military veteran?"
Attach a copy of his/her DD 214, DD 215, or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation) at the time of application by uploading it as part of your application. If there are multiple DD 214s, DD 215s, or NGB 22s, the one with the most recent date should be submitted. Coast Guard members must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (before 911) or the Department of Homeland Security (after 911).
Provide original applicable discharge papers at time of interview.
General District Employment Requirements
PROOF OF EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES WILL BE REQUIRED.
The Forest Preserve District of Cook County is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. We value our employees and the different talents, expertise, and viewpoints that each brings to the table. We believe a robust exchange of ideas results in better decision-making and we commit to providing a constructive, safe, and positive work atmosphere that promotes mutual respect and empowers individuals to thrive in their jobs.