KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of free, public charter schools that prepares students for success in college and life. In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in The Bronx. Our goal was to graduate students with the strength of character and academic abilities needed to succeed in high school, college and beyond – and in so doing, to prove what is possible for all students. Today, our New York City network is comprised of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive support program for our alumni. KIPP NYC Public Schools currently serves more than 9,350 students and alumni and has a staff of more than 850. KIPP NYC is continuing to grow and opened two new middle schools and an elementary school August 2021!

Position Overview

The Director, Facilities will be an essential member of the Real Estate team, responsible for the design and management of the facilities strategic plan at our new KIPP NYC Properties in the Bronx. This will include overseeing multi-site facilities teams, day-to-day facility operations, preventative maintenance procedures and management of vendors.

This position reports directly to the KIPP NYC Senior Director, Real Estate Development and will require local travel within NYC to the KIPP NYC schools and sites.

General Responsibilities and Duties, but not limited to:

• Manage facilities team (four to six people) and establish / enforce communication chain of command
• Oversee the completion of preventive maintenance and reactive repair maintenance activities
• Work with facilities team to respond to and coordinate all emergency call activities, as necessary
• Ensure building staff requests are being responded to in a timely manner through the online ticketing system (CMMS)
• Manage facilities team in coordinating required governmental inspections, and to ensure that regular inspections of all areas of the building are being completed as expected
• Manage facilities team in ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, which includes maintaining up-to-date building documentation and certifications
• Ensure compliance with local regulations regarding vendor procurement
• When necessary, oversee and assist facilities team in obtaining and leveling bids for recommendation to School Staff and Real Estate Team
• Develop and manage facility budget with collaboration from facilities team, School Staff, Real Estate Team and finance
• Review and approve purchase orders and invoices in web-based accounting software
• Attend necessary school meetings to support facilities team
• Hold facilities team and outside vendors accountable to ensure the strategic plan is implemented and managed, as intended

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree required, Bachelors’ degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in facilities management, construction, and/or as a contractor with 7+ years of experience as a manager or supervisor of facilities teams.
• Multi-site experience highly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of city, state and federal rules and regulations required for the operation and oversight of a school facility and related capital projects.
• Fluency with BMS system and knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
• Extreme flexibility, with a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate high level of responsibility and multiple priorities
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through

Compensation and Benefits:

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $105,000 to $120,000. Salary ranges at KIPP NYC are standardized based on role level and role function. Individual salaries are determined through a lens of equity, accounting for years of experience relevant to the role and scope of responsibilities, and are benchmarked against others within the same salary band.

KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following:

• Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 50% match after 6 months.
• Generous Time-Off aligned with school calendar
• Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave.
• Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder care.
• Employer paid Life Insurance and Short term/Long term disability.
• Employee incentives including 8 Weeks paid Sabbatical after 10 years, annual professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement.

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City. BIPOC, women, gender expansive, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.