Title:Building Services Director ID:1722 Location:N/A More about this job > Description Welch Senior Living’s mission to provide exceptional senior living is reflected in our pineapple logo, which symbolizes our promise of high quality hospitality and care services that our residents deserve. We deliver on this promise through our dedicated, long-tenured, on-site staff. 1. TITLE OF POSITION: Building Services Director 2. DEPARTMENT: Building Services 3. REPORTS TO: Executive Director 4. STATUS: Full time/salaried 5. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY FOR: Maintenance Technicians, and Housekeeping Technicians 6. QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION: A. EDUCATION: High school diploma; college education desirable. B. EXPERIENCE: Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: Management, office administration, security, plant operation maintenance, capital projects, computerized maintenance systems, information technology (IT), procurement; energy management; budget preparation, financial reports C. SPECIALIZED SKILLS: Must be able to speak, understand and follow directions in English. Microsoft Office Suite, database management, and general computer competence. Keyboarding skills. D. ESSENTIAL PERSONALITY TRAITS: Highly organized and detail oriented. Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to deal well with a cross section of people; ability to deal with emergencies in a calm, professional way. 7. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: A. Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift up to 50 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a distance of 300 feet. Must be able to move intermittent throughout the work day. Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly and at times, emotionally upset or hostile people within the community. B. Exposure to blood borne pathogens as indicated by the OSHA guidelines and does involve occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. The category numbers (1-3) at the end of each position function indicates risk of exposure with 1 the highest and 3 indicating no exposure. 8. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION A. Work with executive director on annual operating budget based on department needs-3 B. Develop positive working relationships with staff members and fellow managers- 3 C. Assure that the budget is adhered to by comparing budgeted to actual expenses-3 D. Properly code invoices and ensure they tie to agreed upon pricing-3 E. Negotiate contracts for necessary supplies-3 F. Negotiate agreements for necessary services-3 G. Work with executive director on annual capital budget based on needs of entire community-3 H. Act as project manager for all capital projects. This includes coordinating the bidding process, awarding bids -3 I. Manage supply chain for capital purchases such as appliances, furnaces, water temperature boosters. Ensure proper specification, best pricing, and ongoing support, with or without the help of third party experts.-3 J. Develop and manage a plan for the protection and security of the people and property of the community with or without the assistance of third party vendors. This includes proper use of video surveillance, training of personnel, policy development, including proper investigation procedures, documentation, and involvement of law enforcement and private investigators. Develop and active shooter policy, including drills. Train and supervise security personnel.-3 K. Foster strong relationships with town departments including building department, fire, health, and police.-3 L. Work with marketing to refurbish and customize units as they resell. Ensure that costs are borne by the appropriate entity (Cooperative, buyer, seller or resident.)-3 M. Assist residents with custom work on unit interior, exterior and grounds abutting their units -3 N. Participate in weekly department head meetings, monthly manager meetings, and ensure good communication with other managers, supervisors and department heads.-3 O. Carefully monitor all utility usage including gas, electricity, and water. Look for economically feasible environmentally sound programs.-3 P. Develop and manage and ongoing training program for maintenance technicians.-3 Q. Develop and manage emergency and disaster protocols, including drills. (Power outages, snow storms, hurricanes, fires, etc.)-3 R. Other duties as assigned by manager or as needed-1 9. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION: A. Assure confidentiality of all resident information B. Manage time efficiently, and minimize unscheduled absence. Arrange for replacement for shift if ill or has an unavoidable conflict and cannot report to work. Consistently present an appropriate professional appearance as required by the dress code. C. Adhere to all safety policies including reporting/removing hazards immediately. Report all unusual occurrences promptly. Use equipment and supplies in an appropriate and cost effective manner. D. Attend all required in-service programs and satisfactory compliance with competency testing. Responsible for all information in the employee handbook. E. Accepts assigned duties in a cooperative manner. F. Consistently works cooperatively with the residents, staff and families. 10. ANY OTHER SIGNIFICANT OR PERTINENT FEATURES OF THIS POSITION