Director 2 - Facilities Operations

Role Overview

Sodexo is hiring our Director of Facilities – Vincennes Community School Corporation. As the Director of Facilities for Sodexo at Vincennes Community School Corporation in Indiana, you will lead a full Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) program across eight district buildings, overseeing our team in a predominantly swing and night‑shift environment. This is a highly visible, hands‑on leadership role supporting a long‑standing, partnership with the district, you will work in close collaboration with the Superintendent and school administrators, ensuring proactive communication, exceptional custodial oversight, and seamless coordination of maintenance, grounds, and renovation projects. With a diverse operational footprint, this role demands adaptability, strong client relationship skills, and the ability to stay one step ahead in reporting, planning, and execution.

Incentives

What You'll Do

• Lead full IFM operations across 8 school district buildings, ensuring excellence in maintenance, custodial, and grounds services.
• Manage our team with 80% working swing and night shifts, fostering accountability, performance, and engagement.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Superintendent, providing proactive, transparent reporting and maintaining exceptional client relationships.
• Oversee district‑wide renovation and construction projects, acting as the owner’s representative and coordinating with contractors and vendors.
• Manage our P&L budget, ensuring financial performance, operational efficiency, and alignment with Sodexo and district goals.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Proven ability to build and sustain excellent client relationships, especially with senior district leadership.
• Strong project management experience, including oversight of renovations and construction as an owner’s rep.
• Deep expertise in custodial and maintenance operations, with working knowledge of the grounds management and high school sports fields.
• High adaptability and emotional intelligence to work effectively with diverse personalities across the district.
• A hands‑on leadership style with the ability to anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and communicate with clarity and confidence.
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Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience – 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 5 years