Facilities Operations Manager

Washington County's Facilities Division takes great pride in the planning, construction, maintenance, and repair of over 1.8 million square feet of built space, associated grounds and hard scape. We are looking for a Facilities Operations Manager to lead our skilled team of maintenance professionals in a safety-first environment, focused on professional growth.

The Facilities Operations Manager and has broad management responsibilities supported by the Facilities Division Manager. The incumbent is expected to apply independent initiative and professional judgment to solve complex facilities maintenance and repair problems through the delegation and tracking to completion of both Facilities Operations Supervisors and field staff. Ability to navigate government procurement processes, including bidding and contract administration is key to successful stewardship of county owned assets.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operation of approximately 45 buildings including office space, industrial space, training centers, law enforcement space and correctional facilities. The Facilities Operations Manager directly supervises two administrative staff and four Facilities Operations Supervisors with additional oversight of 30 trades staff who provide mechanical, electrical, plumbing, general maintenance and grounds functions. This position will regularly set expectations, communicate, coach, mentor and support staff to fully develop their talents and maximize their career potential within the county.

Other duties include:

• Informs and administers a $4.3 million-dollar annual budget used to purchase materials, supplies and contracted services necessary to meet the reactive and planned maintenance needs of the county.
• Oversees the transition of building improvements performed by the Facilities Division's Capital Project team to ensure a smooth transition to operations.
• Drafts and distributes communications with clear expectations, timelines and team assignments with professionalism and a positive demeanor.
• Prepares in advance for seasonal needs with training and supplies.

For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link: Facilities Operations Manager

The ideal candidate for this position will be committed to providing a safe environment that supports access and opportunity for everyone. We are seeking an energetic Facilities Operations Manager professional with a passion for public service and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have an eye for detail and the ability to multi-task and adapt to reactive and emergency situations and demonstrate good communication skills. The successful candidate will delegate tasks to staff and be able to balance and shift priorities to respond to urgent work requests posing fire, life and safety issues within the county buildings. They will have a strong knowledge of repairing, installing and servicing building equipment and systems. Previous experience or transferable skills with using and understanding a work order system for deploying and tracking workflow is essential.

Minimum Qualifications

• College-level training in civil or mechanical engineering and five (5) years of experience in supervision or management of a full-service facilities operation program, including maintenance and repair of commercial, industrial or other large building plants with a required emphasis on heating and cooling systems, parts inventory maintenance and budget and financial management. OR
• An associate degree in public administration, facilities management, or a related field and three (3) years of experience in supervising or managing a full-service facilities operations program.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy. To review Washington County's Driver's License and Record Policy: Driver's License & Records Policy (Vehicles - Section 800).
• Required to pass an extensive criminal background check.

Next Steps:

• Apply today! In lieu of a resume, you are required to complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
• MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review: Depending on the number of applicants that meet MQs, a SME panel may perform an in-depth evaluation of your application materials, including your responses to the supplemental questions. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).
• Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the SME review as soon as possible.
• Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment, contingent on the background and driving record checks.

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill future full-time and part-time vacancies in the same classification, or job family, that may become available within the next six-month period.

Our Commitment to You

Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

• Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to request veterans' preference points for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points
• Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: A reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606 or careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before the step(s) of the selection process for which you feel you need an accommodation.

Additional Resources

• Questions about this recruitment? Contact Mia at mia_richards@washingtoncountyor.gov
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