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Director of Facilities JobID: 6898 Position Type: Administration/Director Date Posted: 4/6/2026 Location: District Office Date Available: 04/21/2026 Closing Date: 04/16/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide Full/Part Time1.0 FTERegular/TemporaryRegularSchedule12-month Administrator (260 days)Salary RangeFrom AD5 $124,816 - $153,641 Position Purpose: The Director of Facilities leads the district's Facilities Department and is committed to fostering a safe, clean, comfortable, and sustainable environment that supports the educational mission of Fargo Public Schools and enhances student and staff well-being?. In this role, the Director ensures that all school buildings and grounds are maintained to high standards of safety and cleanliness, providing a physical environment conducive to learning. The position provides strategic vision and operational management for facilities planning, maintenance, and improvements, aligning facility operations with the district's mission. Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Planning & Capital ProjectsPriority: Essential | Percent of Time: 20% Examples of this work include: * Leading the development and execution of the district's facilities. This includes identifying capital improvement projects and setting strategic goals to modernize and enhance school facilities over the long term. * Coordinating with architects, engineers, and construction managers on new construction and major renovation projects from conception through completion. * Ensuring that all legal requirements regarding the bidding and request for bids process are followed. * Presenting facility plans and project proposals to district leadership. 2. Facilities Operations & Maintenance ManagementPriority: Essential | Percent of Time: 20% Examples of this work include: * Overseeing the upkeep of all district facilities to ensure that critical building systems are functioning optimally and are maintained in working condition. Implements preventive maintenance programs and use data-driven methods to address maintenance issues proactively. * Directing custodial and grounds teams to keep schools clean and grounds well-maintained?. This includes setting standards for cleanliness, scheduling routine cleaning, lawn care and snow removal, and promptly addressing issues that affect building appearance or usability. * Monitoring the daily facility operations across all buildings and responding to work orders or emergencies in a timely manner to minimize disruption to school activities. Ensures that facility issues are prioritized and resolved effectively, and that schools always remain safe and functional. 3. Budgeting & Financial ManagementPriority: Essential | Percent of Time: 20% Examples of this work include: * Developing and managing the annual Facilities Department budget * Ensures all expenditures and purchasing activities comply with district procurement policies, internal controls, and applicable laws. * Ensuring all purchasing, bidding, and contracting activities comply with applicable North Dakota Century Code (NDCC), federal regulations, and District policies. * Leading and overseeing formal and informal bidding processes, including preparation of specifications, solicitation of bids, evaluation, and recommendation of awards in accordance with legal requirements. * Ensuring appropriate use of competitive procurement methods based on thresholds and funding sources. * Coordinating with the Business Office to ensure proper approvals, documentation, and timelines are established when the bidding process must be utilized. * Reviewing and managing contracts to ensure legal and fiscal review occurs including vendor terms and conditions, construction contracts, and service agreements. * Ensuring compliance with public works, prevailing wage, and construction-related statutory requirements, including bid advertising, bond requirements, and contractor compliance. * Monitoring vendor performance and ensuring payments are made only for work that meets contract specifications and district standards. * Maintaining procurement records and documentation sufficient to support audit, transparency, and public accountability requirements. 4. Staff Supervision & DevelopmentPriority: Essential | Percent of Time: 10% Examples of this work include: * Supervising and providing direction to all facilities personnel, including maintenance technicians, custodial supervisors, groundskeepers, and any project management staff. Sets clear performance expectations and work schedules to ensure the department operates efficiently and meets its goals. * In collaboration with building principals, supervises building custodial staff to ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness. Coordinates daily expectations, monitors performance, and aligns custodial services with the needs of each school and its instructional program. * Conducting regular performance evaluations and coaching for facilities staff. Identifies training needs and opportunities to enhance the team's capabilities and performance. * Participating in the hiring process for facilities department positions and making staffing decisions to ensure qualified personnel are in place. Responsible for building a cohesive, high-performing team that is responsive to the needs of each school. * Fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Encourages open communication within the team and across departments and recognizes staff contributions. Ensures that all facilities staff understand and commit to the district's standards for safety, cleanliness, and service to schools. 5. Safety & Regulatory CompliancePriority: Essential | Percent of Time: 10% Examples of this work include: * Ensuring all facilities comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including building codes, fire codes, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Develops and updates safety policies and standard operating procedures to meet these regulatory standards. * Conducting facility condition audits. Identifies any hazards or areas of non-compliance (such as fire safety violations or accessibility barriers) and initiates corrective actions immediately. Coordinates required inspections by external agencies and address any findings. * Overseeing environmental safety programs and maintaining required management plans for hazardous materials (for example, up-to-date asbestos management plans for each school in accordance with AHERA regulations). Ensure proper handling and documentation of asbestos, lead, radon, or other environmental hazards to protect occupant health and meet legal requirements. 6. Stakeholder Engagement & CommunicationPriority: Essential | Percent of Time: 20% Examples of this work include: * Serving as the primary point of contact for school principals and administrators regarding facility matters. Prioritizes regular one-on-one meetings with each principal to proactively discuss building conditions, upcoming maintenance, planned improvements, and any concerns impacting school operations. Communicates consistently with each school to provide advance notice of work, minimize disruption, and ensure alignment with instructional priorities. Provides timely updates, responds to concerns, and collaborates with school leaders to coordinate schedules that support a safe, efficient, and uninterrupted learning environment. * Collaborating with district leadership on facilities strategy and keeping them informed of significant developments or needs. Prepares reports and presentations for the School Board on topics such as long-term facility plans, capital project progress, safety compliance, and major maintenance undertakings. Ensures that complex technical information is conveyed in a clear manner to support informed decision-making by leadership. * Engaging with external contractors and vendors, including architects, construction firms, maintenance service providers, and suppliers, necessitating strong negotiation skills and the ability to safeguard the district's interests?. Leads bid and procurement processes in compliance with NDCC, district policy, and established internal controls, including coordination with the Business Office and General Counsel legal review for facility projects, negotiates contracts, and oversees vendor performance to make sure work is completed to standards, on time, and within budget. * Interacting with regulatory bodies and community members, such as city inspectors, fire marshals, parents, and neighbors. Addresses inquiries or concerns from the public regarding school facilities in a professional and transparent manner. Represents the district in community meetings or on inter-agency committees related to facilities and safety, building trust and understanding of the district's facilities initiatives. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Minimum Qualifications * Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, construction/project management, or a closely related area, including supervisory experience leading maintenance or operations staff. A proven track record of managing large-scale facility operations or capital projects is required. * Demonstrated ability to manage complex facilities projects and budgets effectively. In-depth knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural), preventative maintenance practices, and facility operations. Familiarity with environmental, health, and safety standards and compliance requirements in school or public facilities (e.g., OSHA regulations, ADA accessibility standards, fire/building codes). * Demonstrated knowledge of public sector procurement regulations including competitive bidding laws, contract administration, and compliance with applicable NDCC and federal regulations. * Excellent organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including school administrators, staff, contractors, and community members. The ability to negotiate and manage contracts, as well as to resolve problems under urgent conditions, is essential. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related field. * Experience working in an educational setting or public sector facilities management is highly valued, especially familiarity with the unique requirements of K-12 school facilities. * Professional certifications in facilities or project management are a plus. For example, a certification in facilities management or a related field is preferred. Licensure as a Professional Engineer or other industry-specific credentials. Reports To: Superintendent Direct SupervisionTitles of Positions Directly SupervisedNumber of Employees 1 Custodial Manager1 2 Grounds & Distribution Manager1 3 Plant Manager1 4 Project Manager1 5 Administrative Assistant1 Total5 Indirect SupervisionNumber of employees indirectly supervisedTotal: 143 Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Stand Frequently Use hands dexterously (use fingers to handle, feel, type) Occasionally Walk Frequently Reach with hands and arms Rarely Sit Frequently Climb or balance Rarely Talk or hear Frequently Stoop/kneel/crouch or crawl RarelyTaste or smell Occasionally Lift and carry up to 50 pounds Rarely Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment for this position is dynamic and varied, as the Director splits time between a typical office setting and the district's school facilities and grounds, with variable noise levels and some exposure to the elements. Adaptability and situational awareness are key, as is the commitment to maintaining safety standards in all working conditions. Why Fargo, North Dakota? Abundant housing with neighborhoods to fit every lifestyle, visit Live Fargo Fargo ranked 10th best city for New Grads Find out why Fargo is North of Normal Application Procedures All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via /fargo/onlineapp. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach: 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume/CV 3) Three (3) Letters of Reference 4) Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees. Job postings will be closed for applications at 8:00 AM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting. Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214.Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office. For more information or questions please call 701-446-1000 or email . The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law.