Director of Facilities

Position Summary

Central Presbyterian Church is seeking a Director of Facilities who will be responsible for all aspects of facilities maintenance and operations, including coordinating and supervising facilities-related staff, vendors, and contractors; initiating and managing all necessary improvements; overseeing fire and life safety systems and training; and ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. The position also ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. The Facilities Director serves all programs, departments, and offerings of the church, ensuring participants experience a clean, safe, and inviting facility that functions properly. The person in this role will be mindful of the church's historic nature and maintain the recently restored aesthetic to enhance the congregant experience and uphold neighbor appreciation.

Job Description

The Facilities Director is responsible for, but not limited to, the following at the church property at 593 Park Avenue in Manhattan. The expected work week is Sunday through Thursday.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the proper functioning of all building systems, including HVAC, electrical, gas, steam, lighting, kitchen, roof, doors, access, plumbing, fire detection and suppression, alarm, boiler, elevators, and other systems
• Maintain and, if necessary, acquire all manuals and drawings for all systems and equipment
• Manage and use the Building Management System (BMS) to balance comfort and cost
• Maintain a record of all building assets and systems in Central’s CMMS (eSpace), including work orders, serial numbers, maintenance and repair history, expected life, and replacement costs
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment. Populate and manage the CMMS system (eSpace)
• Monitor the condition, quality, and appearance of the facilities and all related equipment
• Perform or supervise daily maintenance, repairs, construction, cleaning, and room setup
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and mandatory testing of all fire detection and suppression systems and any related training
• Manage all submittals required by individual city agencies and maintain a secure display board of all permits, filings, and other compliance documents
• Plan, assign, and supervise facilities-related personnel, contractors, and vendors
• Maintain relationships with and manage contractors and vendors for the above systems
• Request, write scope, and negotiate facilities-related contracts
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors for facility-related projects, repairs, and maintenance, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness
• Prepare and monitor annual and long-term facilities budgets and approve related invoices
• Lead after-hours and emergency on-call duty in response to facility needs, including scheduled weekend projects and events
  

Safety, Security & Compliance

• Develop and implement safety procedures and protocols
• Ensure a safe and secure environment for all occupants by implementing and monitoring safety procedures and coordinating security personnel
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with appropriate standards and safety regulations
• Perform regular facility inspections to address safety risks and repair needs
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive facility safety management plan
• Conduct safety audits, evacuation drills, lockdown exercises, and other facility-related initiatives as operational and safety demands dictate

Event Management

• Assist staff and volunteers with the physical planning of events, including furniture management and operations support
• Coordinate and assist with the scheduling, setup, breakdown, and cleanup of all special events, meetings and church activities

Qualifications, Skills, and Experiences

• Bachelors degree preferred
• Ten years of experience in property/facilities management or equivalent preferred
• Strong project management, leadership, communication, and organizational skills required
• Proactive, hands-on approach to facility management
• Strong experience in HVAC, electric, plumbing, and all mechanical areas is mandatory
• Experience using CMMS, BMS, MS Office or Gmail Suite is mandatory
• Experience interacting and communicating with all relevant city agencies including DOB, NYCFD, DOH, NYPD and other agencies as necessary 

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plan
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off including personal, sick, bereavement, and parental leave plus 20 days of vacation per year
  

About Central Church and Resound Project
Central Presbyterian Church is a historic, 200-year-old congregation in the heart of New York City that
has experienced significant renewal over the past 20 years and is currently home to a diverse body of
seasoned leaders, many families, and a dynamic body of students, young professionals, and artists.
Central launched Resound Project in 2021 with a vision to strengthen new and existing churches in light
of the changing cultural context so that the gospel of Jesus Christ might resound to the next generation.
Resound Project is constituted as an initiative housed within Central Church and under the oversight of
Central’s officers along with its own President and advisory board. It will remain deeply tied to Central
through interlocking board appointments, the fact that Central’s Senior Pastor is Resound Project’s
President, and also Central’s role as a leading source of funding for the foreseeable future. The combined
budgets of Central Church and Resound Project range between $4 and $5 million annually, with plans to
scale both entities over time.

Expectations of All Central Staff

• A personal and growing commitment to Jesus as Lord and Savior in reliance upon his grace.
• A commitment to the authority of Scripture and to a lifestyle that befits a follower of Jesus.
• A willingness to work within the framework of the church’s leadership structure and procedures.
• A willing heart, teachable spirit, positive attitude, flexible nature, and a sense of humor.
• A team ministry commitment which places the good of the whole over individual goals.
• An ability to work collaboratively with staff and volunteers.
• A focus on maintaining proper priorities and boundaries in one’s personal and family life.
• A dedication to excellence, integrity, humility, courage, and creativity.
• A commitment to personally support the work of the church through financial gifts and prayer.
• A passion for excellence for the glory of God.