Site Director - Facilities Operations

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives and nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.   Role Overview
The Site Director - Facilities Operations oversees daily maintenance operations by managing and repairing mechanical systems, directing facility contracts and budgets, collaborating across departments, and leading a skilled team through clear expectations, continuous training, and a culture of accountability, learning, and high performance.   Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing the daily maintenance operations. Handle a wide array of technical tasks.
• Manage, troubleshoot and make repairs to the different mechanical systems that control water, heating/ cooling, and air quality.
• Oversee maintenance contracts (including bidding process) and manages the facilities budget for operating and capital improvements. Work with external vendors and stakeholders as needed.
• Work across departments and stakeholders to ensure operations running effectively and as expected.
• Lead and develop the team by setting clear goals and expectations, monitoring performance, and providing regular feedback and guidance. Inspire team excellence by modeling accountability, collaboration, and solution-oriented thinking, and ensure team members are supported, empowered, and high-performing while fostering a positive, purpose-driven culture.
• Develop staff capability through ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. Cultivate a culture of continuous learning, feedback, and improvement to strengthen team engagement, retention, and impact.

 

PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
• Climb up and down up to 3 flights of stairs at a time
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
• Job duties may need to be performed outdoors in varying weather conditions. Must be able to reach in all directions and climb a ladder, when needed.

 

Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or requirements related to:

• Background check
• DMV Check

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum Trade School completion and 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in a related field of study 5+ years relevant experience

Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant Education:
Preferred: High School
Minimum: GED

Relevant Experience:
Preferred: 10+ years of building facilities experience; 10+ years of supervisory experience; and 10+ years of budget management experience
Minimum: 7-10 years of building facilities experience; 7-10 years of supervisory experience; and 7-10 years of budget management experience

Certification/Licensure:
Preferred: Related Trade/Technical Certification/License Cleaning Facility Services Certification
Minimum: N/A