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Director of Buildings and Grounds at Springfield-Greene County LIbrary District

Description:
POSITION: Director of Buildings & Grounds LOCATION: The Library Center – 4653 S Campbell Avenue – Springfield, MO Classification: Full Time Salary Track: Support Manager FLSA Status: Exempt SALARY: $64,729.60 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled This is a full-time exempt position, approximately 40 hours per week. As a condition of employment, work schedules may change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Library’s responsibility to the citizens of Greene County. Excellent Full-Time Benefits include vacation, sick and holiday pay, medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability insurances, and retirement plans. Preferred education and experience is two years college or technical school with five years’ experience in areas of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, painting, construction, carpentry, custodial services, lighting, and security. Attach applicable transcripts to your application. Education and experience shall be evaluated with regard to recency and quality, as well as quantity. Based on the number and quality of applicants, applications may be reviewed for qualifications beyond the minimums stated herein. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. The Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position Summary The Director of Buildings and Grounds is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of the maintenance, operations, and management of the organization's physical facilities and outdoor spaces. This role involves developing and implementing maintenance programs, overseeing building renovations and capital improvement projects, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Strong leadership, project management skills, and a deep understanding of facility management and maintenance best practices are essential for success in this role. Essential Functions • Responsible for daily maintenance of library facilities and grounds • Manages personnel to assure productivity and safety • Plans and carries out procedures that insure system-wide compliance with Federal, State and local government regulations including ADA, safety, and Workers Compensation • Provides or coordinates training for staff to ensure proper safety procedures • Oversees the maintenance and operation of all heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment • Works with contracts and vendors for special projects and janitorial and trash service • Responsible for maintenance of Library fleet vehicles and the mobile library • Prepares departmental budget and is accountable for departmental expenditures • During inclement weather, checks and reports road and facility conditions to the Executive Director • Available for emergency call-outs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week • Assumes responsibility for disposal of surplus property in accordance with Library Policy and State and Federal regulations when applicable • Maintains awareness of building lease terms for the purpose of maintenance planning and repair • Receives and communicates flag notifications and is responsible for flag replacements • Interprets and implements the Library’s General Conduct Policy • Consistently punctual for work and meetings. Completes assigned duties in a timely manner. • Exemplifies professional attitude and demeanor while engaging constituents, including the ability to work and interact with others in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive manner. • This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; employee may be required to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Library. Mathematical Skills • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry Reasoning Ability • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Contact • Occasional public contact • Routine contact with suppliers and vendors • Works closely with all staff Supervision • Supervised by Executive Director • Supervises Buildings & Grounds staff • Directs contracted service providers Work Environment • Will perform work indoors and outdoors with exposure to a variety of conditions • Susceptible to mechanical and electrical hazards associated with equipment and wiring • May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and other safety hazards The vision for the Springfield-Greene County Library is to be a thriving Library that is an integral part of the lives of the community. Library employees will be expected to embrace the following values: Collaboration: Work in partnership to strengthen our community Credibility: Be a source of trustworthy and dependable information Empowerment: Provide the means or ability to accomplish objectives Excellence: Be the best in everything we do Inclusion: Invite and welcome Innovation: Foster new possibilities Respect: Treat all people with dignity

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications • Two years college or technical school with five years’ experience in areas of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, painting, construction, carpentry, custodial services, lighting, and security preferred • Supervisory experience required • Valid "Class E" driver's license Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Considerable knowledge of facilities management with particular emphasis on building and equipment maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems • Demonstrated ability to organize work effectively, lead and direct personnel, and plan and carry out programs • Working knowledge of general management practices • Knowledge of safety regulations and Federal, State and local government regulations • Proven ability to work and negotiate with vendors • Superior oral and written communication skills • Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and e-mail programs • Basic knowledge of the public service environment Physical Demands • This job can be physically demanding, requiring workers to adjust heavy equipment, squeeze through tight spaces, climb tall ladders, and carry heavy objects • Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing, twisting, and reaching both to ground level and overhead, holds and grips objects, subject to working in awkward positions and periods of prolonged walking, sitting, or standing Miscellaneous Requirements • Must pass a security background check • Must pass a pre-employment drug test • Must pass current motor vehicle record review

To Apply:
Apply online at https://thelibrary.org/work Direct questions through e-mail to humanresources@thelibrary.org or call 417-616-0589 Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm.

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