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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Miscellaneous Requirements

Must pass a security background check

Must pass a pre-employment drug test

Must pass current motor vehicle record review

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