Our new team member will oversee the Facilities Maintenance program and staff.  You will be responsible to manage and maintain the buildings and grounds which house the business operations of the County.  The incumbent is expected to plan, schedule, and manage maintenance and improvement activities by directing the work of maintenance, custodial, and groundskeeping crews to provide a functional, productive, and suitable work environment for employees.  This position will also inspect County buildings, facilities, grounds and other public property to assure that they are well-maintained.  The incumbent is also responsible for the planning and budgeting of annual maintenance activities and costs as well as recommending and managing capital Building Repair and Replacement (BR&R) projects. 

The successful candidate will have knowledge of management practices, especially in a union environment, to include program planning, budgeting, and providing direction to staff. You must be able to interpret and apply federal, state and local rules, regulations, codes and ordinances as they relate to facilities maintenance and inventory. The ideal candidate has experience in building maintenance management programs and energy/"green energy" conservation rules and regulations; construction, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, painting, custodial, and groundskeeping. You must be able to schedule and prioritize workflow to complete tasks and meet deadlines and must be able read and understand blueprints, schematics, specifications and establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.

The Facilities Maintenance Department is responsible for the oversight and maintenance of County buildings and properties.  The division also responds to tenant issues for staff and the public who conduct business at the County.  Key areas include electrical, plumbing, HVAC, building security systems, carpentry, painting, roof repairs, remodels, furniture, custodial work, and groundskeeping. 

The Facilities staff members provide services for 31 buildings with over 612,000 square feet of building space.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Required Education and Experience

• 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.

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:  

• 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.

The annual salary for this position ranges from $94,120.59-$132,989.94. This position offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a pension retirement, and other voluntary benefits.