Director of Facilities Management

Job Description

The Seeing Eye, the world’s oldest organization devoted to breeding, raising, and training dogs to work as guides for people who are blind, has an opportunity available for a Director of Facilities Management.

Reporting to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer, the Director of Facilities Management is responsible for the strategic planning, maintenance, and daily operations of all campus facilities, ensuring a safe, accessible, and inclusive environment for students, staff, and visitors. This role also oversees food services and housekeeping operations, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, nutrition, and service quality that align with the school’s mission and the unique needs of its community.

Areas of Responsibility:

Washington Valley Road Campus

Chester Breeding Station

Downtown Training Center (Morristown)

Rental properties

Any other real estate assets owned and/or leased by The Seeing Eye

Essential Functions:

Plan, coordinate, and supervise all maintenance activities and building improvements at all Seeing Eye locations.

Accountable for all construction projects, which includes the selection of all architects, consulting engineers, construction managers, and general contractors. Interface with all departments, thereby assuring compliance with plans and specifications, as well as monitoring cost expenditures and day-to-day progress of the project.

Responsible for all safety and environmental monitoring and action plans. This includes being the contact person for all regulatory agencies, i.e., NJDEP, EPA, OSHA, and any agency having jurisdiction.

Ensure all facilities meet or exceed ADA and accessibility standards.

Oversee, monitor and maintain The Seeing Eye vehicle fleet.

Serve as the primary point of contact for facility-related emergencies.

Inspect and ensure all buildings and facilities work, conform to all applicable fire safety, building codes and agencies having jurisdiction.

Provide space planning and office layouts for Seeing Eye departments.

Purchase and install all office furniture.

Prepare and administer all building and preventive maintenance service contracts, i.e., security, window cleaning, carpet shampooing, fire alarms, HVAC, etc.

Provide and administer for the physical security of all Seeing Eye locations. This includes guard service, maintaining and installing the locks and keys, electronic security system and video surveillance system.

Promote energy efficiency and sustainable practices across campus. Identify opportunities for cost savings and environmental improvements.

Prepare, maintain and control the operating and capital departmental budgets.

Oversee the Food Services & Housekeeping function providing food, beverage and custodial service for staff and students.

Qualifications:

Minimum of a BS in Engineering or Architecture and a minimum 10 years of experience in Facilities Management and or Construction, with at least 3 years in a leadership role and 5 or more years of Project Management experience.

Full-time