BENEFITS OF WORKING FULL TIME AT CADENCE EDUCATION:

• Competitive compensation
• On demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match
• Educational and professional development
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
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• Paid time off that increases with seniority

• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays
• 401K
• Pet insurance
• Paid CDA
  Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Facilities, the Director of Facilities Management provides tactical operational management for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of all company-owned and leased facilities across a multi-state portfolio. This role is responsible for direct oversight and management of the Facilities Specialist team, ensuring the successful implementation of maintenance programs, validating regulatory compliance, and maintaining repair and maintenance standards. The Director provides coaching and feedback for a high-performing team, manages vendor relationships, and partners with the Sr. Director to align facilities operations with organizational goals and support a safe, functional, and appealing environment for staff, clients, and visitors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must be a successful leader of people, have strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team.
• Must be able to decide how to allocate people, time and other resource to create, execute, and accomplish an operating or project plan on time and within budget.
• Must be able to manage priorities in a dynamic environment and adapt to change quickly and positively.
• Must demonstrate ability to be self-directed, as well as demonstrate excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work as a team member with peers, other managers, staff and leadership.
• Must possess good customer service and communications skills, the ability to work with professionals and maintain confidentiality standards.
• Demonstrated success in vendor coordination, financial acumen, and project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), maintenance best practices, and regulatory compliance requirements.

EDUCATION OR EQUIVALENCY:

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

EXPERIENCE:

• Must have 3 to 5 years of facilities maintenance related experience that demonstrates a strong level of understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience must include demonstrated management ability.

• Team Leadership

• Coach and provide direction to facilities staff (Specialists, Integration functions, Special Projects), fostering a culture of accountability, responsiveness, and professional growth.

• Set departmental goals aligned with organizational objectives and monitor progress against measurable performance targets.

Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as the initial point of contact for operations leadership regarding facility matters, providing clear, concise updates and action plans.

• Support Sr. Director in managing communication for key stakeholder for facilities work orders that have been prioritized or escalated in criticality.

Budget Management

• Support Sr. Director in review of trade level spend for schools within portfolio, recommend cost control measures through data-driven analysis and KPI reporting.

• Identify and implement initiatives outlined by Sr. Director to achieve a planned maintenance ratio of 80%+ to reduce reactive repair costs.

Vendor Management

• Manage vendor relationships for key facility services, ensuring service quality, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with agreed SLAs.

• Support Facilities Specialist in assigning work with a mix of national service aggregators and local vendors, balancing operational efficiency, cost, and service.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all facilities meet applicable building codes, safety regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Oversee environmental health and safety protocols, including emergency repairs, water intrusion remediation, and mold abatement.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of employees assigned to this job.