Director Assistant Director of Facilities & Security

Job Description:

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Facilities & Security, the Assistant Director provides supervisory, administrative, and technical support to ensure efficient operation, maintenance, and improvement of district facilities and grounds. The Assistant Director manages day-to-day maintenance operations, supervises assigned staff, oversees minor capital projects, coordinates vendor activity, and provides professional support for the district's long-range facilities and security planning. This position serves as an operational leader and acts in the Director's absence when designated.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of facilities management, including building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems;
• Demonstrated experience in facilities operations, including supervision of staff and management of vendors, preferably in a school or municipal setting;
• Experience with project management, including planning, scheduling, and oversight of maintenance and capital projects;
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements such as OSHA, fire codes, and environmental standards; and
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and computer skills, including proficiency with work order or asset management systems.

Reports to: Director of Facilities and Security

Contract Provisions: A compensation package, including a salary range of $120,000 - $130,000, will be offered that is commensurate with the candidates experience/credentials.

Application Procedure:

External applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website.

Job # 2123 (Paper copies will not be accepted.)

The Westport Board of Education will not make employment decision (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability (including pregnancy), genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Below is a list of resposnibilities that represent a portion of the role. Additional details are available upon request.

Leadership & Supervision

• Under the Director's guidance, supervises maintainers, contracted service providers, and other assigned staff.
• Assists the Director in evaluating staff performance, identifying training needs, and reinforcing departmental standards.
• Serves as acting supervisor in the Director's absence, as assigned.

Facilities Operations & Maintenance Oversight

• Oversees daily preventive and corrective maintenance operations in accordance with district standards, established schedules, and Director-approved priorities.
• Coordinates work activities with school administrators to minimize disruption to instructional operations.

Project Management

• Manages the execution of maintenance projects and minor capital improvement projects as assigned by the Director.
• Conducts field inspections, monitors contractor performance, and verifies compliance with approved scopes of work.

Procurement and Contract Administration

• Assists in evaluating contractor and consultant submissions.

Capital Planning & Budget Support

• Assists the Director with development and annual updates of the district's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
• Prepares cost estimates, project data, and supporting analysis for Director review.

Compliance, Safety & Security Support

• Assists the Director with regulatory compliance related to building codes, environmental regulations, OSHA requirements, and fire/safety systems.
• Supports districtwide security initiatives, emergency preparedness, and incident response activities.

Administrative & Strategic Support

• Provides research, analysis, and technical input to support long-term district planning.
• Performs additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Facilities & Security.