Summary:
The Facilities Director is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and directing all functions of the Maintenance and Housekeeping departments in order to meet the stated mission, vision and values of Rogers Behavioral Health. It is expected that the Director will effectively operate the departments, continue the improvement of the department's processes and outcomes, comply with regulatory, hospital and corporate policy and procedures, efficiently manage finances and resources, promote teamwork and customer satisfaction, and integrate the department services into the organization's overall plan for the delivery of care and service. The Facilities Director will be familiar with NFPA Life Safety code as well as Joint Commission, State and OSHA requirements.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Oversee the systems and processes of the Maintenance Department.

• Support Managers’ efforts to ensure system wide facilities procedures are followed. Create and implement new policies and procedures in conjunction with VP of Facilities when warranted.

• Directly responsible for documentation of inspection, testing and maintenance of all utilities and life safety systems, including sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, emergency generators and water management.

• Review Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) reporting to determine areas for improvement.

• Ensure Infection Control Standards and overall quality goals are met.

• Demonstrate organizational skills that promote timely response to all inquiries and to project completion.

Oversee the activities of the Maintenance and Housekeeping staff.

• Communicate goals for the department that are consistent with the goals and mission of the organization.

• Ensure Housekeeping and Maintenance Managers clearly communicate with affected departments regarding maintenance activities, project status and completion dates

• Utilize methods of measurable goal achievement by which employees can be evaluated for competence.

• Perform employee evaluations for Maintenance and Housekeeping Managers in a timely manner.  Discuss with and review the Maintenance and Housekeepers performance appraisals of front-line staff.

• In conjunction with HR, coach Maintenance and Housekeeping Managers on handling serious incidents that arise that may be a detriment to an employee’s performance or to the facility in general.

• Engage in daily huddles at least weekly to promote accessibility for communication and problem resolution.

• Promote engagement and a team environment through leadership by example.

• Understand and enforce the Human Resources policies and procedures manual in a fair and consistent manner.

Effectively hire and train technicians according to accurate and current job descriptions.

• Maintain and update job descriptions annually.

• Work with the facilities team and Talent Development to develop a system wide department training program that incorporates job descriptions with policies and procedures.

• Incorporate job description criteria in the employee performance evaluation tool.

• Complete the necessary recruitment and hiring documents in a timely and accurate manner.

• Assist the Human Resources department in the development of recruiting tools.

• Hold interviews that are comprehensive, fair, and lead to a timely recruitment decision.

• Utilize screening criteria for analysis of applicant’s qualifications, professional aptitude, and overall quality contribution to the organization.

Manage subcontractors.

• Act as head of the Rogers Water Management team, working with subcontractor and EVS managers in West Allis and Brown Deer to ensure the program is comprehensive and consistent.

• Ensure subcontractors complete required training and documentation regarding confidentiality and vaccination status.

• As needed, complete Infection Control Risk Assessments prior to inception of work and monitor during project.

• As needed, determine need for Interim Life Safety Measures prior to inception of work, and delegate required inspections and drills during project.

• Monitor external contractor performance regarding regulations or requirements that relate to their areas or departments.

• Work with subcontractor management to ensure hospital policy is enforced, especially in regard to life safety.

• Establish and maintain positive work relations with vendors and other agencies.

Coordinate the hospital safety program and serve as safety officer.

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