Hopkins School has retained Helbling, a ZRG company to conduct an executive search to secure a Director of Facilities.

Position Overview 

Reporting to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer, the Director of Facilities is responsible for oversight of the School’s physical plant, including maintenance of all buildings, grounds, athletic fields, vehicles, and other equipment.  The Director of Facilities will provide operational, logistical, strategic, and hands-on support to the School in all matters relating to the maintenance and operation of the physical plant.

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Position Description

• Manage, motivate, and evaluate all of the facilities management departments in order to maintain the integrity of the School’s physical assets;
• Responsible for all maintenance programs and services performed by the maintenance staff and independent contractors;
• Oversee the work order system and ensure appropriate response times;
• Monitor the safety, function and appearance of all campus buildings, grounds, and equipment;
• Develops and manages the departmental operating and capital budgets in conjunction with the Chief Financial and Operating Officer;
• Develops, issues and reviews RFP’s for competitive bids / proposal for work performed by outside vendors;
• Ensures all buildings, grounds, vehicles, and equipment are compliant with all required permits, approvals, regulations and licenses. Obtains / renews permits, approvals, and licenses, as necessary;
• Organizes, supervises, and assigns staffing for the set up and breakdown of school events;
• Supervise the work of independent contractors engaged to perform capital project work and new construction for the school, report on the progress to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer, and in consultation with the Chief Financial and Operating Officer, coordinate work sequence and schedules, attend job meetings, and troubleshoot problems;
• Supervise the performance of independent contractors engaged to perform certain services for the school, e.g., landscaping, and custodial services;
• Coordinates activities with the Community Safety department to ensure the safety of faculty, staff, students, and visitors;
• Communicate with the Hopkins community regarding plant issues and acts a spokesperson for facility management;
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.

About Hopkins School

Hopkins School, located in New Haven, Connecticut, is one of the oldest independent day schools in the United States, with a rich history dating back to 1660. Originally established to prepare young men for higher education at Yale, Hopkins has evolved into an  all-gender institution known for its rigorous academics and commitment to fostering intellectual curiosity. The school is set on a picturesque 108-acre campus and offers a challenging curriculum designed to develop critical thinking and a love of learning in students from grades 7 through 12.

Academically, Hopkins School is renowned for its broad and diverse offerings The faculty is dedicated to providing personalized attention, encouraging students to explore subjects in depth, and cultivating a collaborative learning environment.

The school's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is central to its mission. Hopkins actively seeks to create an inclusive environment where students from various backgrounds feel supported and valued. Through programs that promote social justice and global citizenship, the school prepares its students to engage with the wider world and become thoughtful, responsible leaders. 

Hopkins School's long-standing traditions, combined with its forward-thinking values, make it a distinctive educational institution in New Haven and beyond. In addition to its strong academic foundation, Hopkins places a significant emphasis on extracurricular activities, including arts, athletics, and community service. This holistic approach ensures that students grow not only intellectually but also as well-rounded individuals.

Location

New Haven, Connecticut

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or a combination of education and work experience in related field;
• Minimum of eight years of experience managing facilities, preferably in an educational setting with supervisory experience;
• Knowledge of building codes, blueprints and safety and environmental regulations;
• Excellent people management and team development skills
• Technical proficiency with operations management software and automated building systems;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Ability to work both independently and to collaborate as a member of a team;
• Ability to balance institutional and individual needs in accordance with the mission of the school;
• Must successfully pass a background check and possess a valid and safe driving record. 

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Hopkins School actively seeks and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion as vitally important to our present and future success, and it is inseparable from our dedication to academic excellence. Hopkins promotes a warm, welcoming culture through self-awareness, mutual respect, and integrity, on and beyond the Hill. Hopkins upholds caring, compassionate, and critical community members as essential to an inclusive school. Further, Hopkins seeks to elevate and center historically marginalized perspectives while celebrating Hopkins’ storied history, recognizing the productive tensions held within a school both forward-thinking and rich in tradition. Accordingly, Hopkins empowers its community through activities, clubs, and programming; hold each other accountable to Hopkins’ core values and institutional vision; and embrace one another as lifelong learners.