FACILITIES MAINTENANCE MANAGER

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, Public Administration, or closely related field from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education, AND
• Five years of progressively responsible work experience in grounds and building maintenance management/operations with at least three years of supervisory or managerial responsibility; OR
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work.

• Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
• Pass a criminal history background check (fingerprinting) through law enforcement agencies.
• Submit a copy of their State employment driving record abstract to verify their eligibility to drive for Kitsap County.

• Category 1: Driver operates County-owned vehicle.

• Work is performed in and around County facilities throughout Kitsap County, including the Kitsap County Corrections Center, Juvenile Detention Facility, Recovery Center and the Medical Examiner's Office.
• Walking and balancing short distances.
• Bending, stooping, twisting.
• Reaching above and/or below shoulder
• Handling/grasping documents or equipment.
• Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time,
• Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in-person and/or on the telephone.
• Hearing audible signals or equipment noise while on a job site.
• Vision sufficient to read source materials, computer screen data, documents, specifications, and building plans.
• Repetitive motions for computer use.
• Requires exertion of force of 25 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, and/or 5 pounds continuously to lift/carry/move objects, files/documents, and other standard office materials.
• Work is performed both in the office and in the field with exposure to varying weather conditions, traffic, and hazardous conditions at work sites.
• Facilities Maintenance is classified as "essential employees" and are expected to report to work in all inclement weather conditions, regardless of County closure.

• Manage and oversee assigned operations to achieve goals within budgeted funds and available personnel; direct changes in priorities and schedules to assure work is performed in a timely manner according to guidelines, procedures, and legal regulations.
• Manage schedule and oversee all maintenance of buildings, facilities, grounds, and other county public property and improvement project activities to assure that work is performed efficiently and according to appropriate guidelines, procedures and regulations. Obtain all required work permits.
• Prepare and justify budget for operations based on resource requirements, cost estimates, objectives, and goals.
• Coordinate work and facility scheduling with other departments, staff, volunteers, the general public and contractors to ensure timely and efficient completion of work projects.
• Develop, implement and refine a maintenance management plan for the department.
• Supervise assigned staff, including setting work priorities, procedures, planning, organizing, assigning, advising, assisting, motivating and training as necessary.
• Administer labor contracts at the departmental level, including recommend and/or implement disciplinary actions or respond to grievances in accordance with the contract procedure.
• Evaluate the work of assigned staff, establish standards of performance for each position supervised, and participate in the selection of new employees, including hiring, discipline, transfer and termination.
• Develop, recommend and implement approved policies and procedures to assure effective and safe functioning of assigned activities and compliance with departmental standards and legal requirements.
• Manage and supervise various maintenance, remodeling and Building Repair and Replacement projects involving electrical, HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, groundskeeping, and irrigation sprinkler systems, often utilizing blueprints and/or maintenance and repair manuals.
• Maintain inventory and purchase materials, supplies and equipment.
• Schedule and supervise an ongoing custodial and landscape maintenance program to assure that all grounds and buildings are properly maintained.
• Monitor and document expenditures for assigned operations.
• Prepare the budget requirements, identifying staff and resource needs for maintenance.
• Assist in the development of and review and update short and long-range plans, goals, and objectives for assigned operations.
• Coordinate activities with other County departments and outside governmental agencies.
• Assure proper operating condition and maintenance of all assigned equipment, scheduling equipment for routine maintenance as appropriate.
• Inspect grounds and other areas of responsibility to assure high quality and standards of cleanliness and safety are being met and to identify deficiencies and safety hazards.
• Analyze and recommend improvements to existing facilities, equipment and operating systems of the department.
• Develop and maintain a record-keeping system that provides for the proper evaluation, control and documentation of assigned operations.
• Resolve or supervise the resolution of inquiries, problems, complaints, or emergencies affecting availability or quality of services. Respond to sensitive or complex inquiries and service complaints.
• May be directed to participate in planning and pre-construction meetings to provide input and recommendations regarding the design and layout of facilities and the interface of new structures with existing structures.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

• Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• Classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions.
• Employment for this position will be contingent upon passing a background check (fingerprinting) with the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office.
• This is an appointed, at-will position and the incumbent's continued employment with the County is at the discretion of the County Administrator. The appointment of an incumbent in a position in this classification may be revoked at any time with or without cause and without right to appeal.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
• Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. This position is subject to after-hours facilities emergency calls.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.

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