[Ken Wertz, MFAA Exec]

Director of Facilities, Farm & Grounds

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Please submit a cover letter, resume defining abilities
and experience and references.
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Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School District
562 Maple Street, Hathorne, MA 01937

Job Description
The Director of Facilities, Farm and Grounds is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all
physical plant and farm functions which include building services, capital improvements, maintenance plan, grounds
services, engineering, skilled trades, shipping and receiving, vendor services, contracts, utilities and energy management,
and the management and development of the facilities, farm, and grounds staff. The Director oversees capital projects and
as such assists in the preparation of bid documents, oversees construction and serves as the liaison between the contractor
and the District.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION:
This position is classified as Exempt (Professional).
REPORTING STRUCTURE:
The reports to the Superintendent, and supervises the work of all Facilities, Farm and Grounds staff, the administrative
support staff assigned to the department, and the bus mechanics.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s preferred, from an accredited college or university, in a related field;
2. Must have at least 5 years experience in an educational or industrial environment
3. Project Management experience required
4. Agricultural experience specifically related to animal and crop husbandry
5. Contractor Supervisor License or professional trade license preferred
6. Working knowledge of building codes and laws, especially safety codes as they relate to schools
7. Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics and technical manuals associated with operational
systems of a large and complex facility
8. Knowledge of plant facility operation, preventive maintenance, fiscal and personnel management, and
purchasing of supplies and materials
9. Certification/Licensure Requirements: OSHA 30, Pesticide Applicator License, Hoisting License, CDL-preferred,
Construction Supervisor License-preferred.
10. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent-Director may find appropriate and in
conformity with state and federal law.
DUTIES:
1. Responsible and accountable for assuring that the physical facilities, including farm buildings and
grounds and all of the systems on the campus of Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School
District are in optimum condition.
2. Plan, organize, coordinate and oversee day-to-day activities in the operation, maintenance, and
management of custodial, maintenance, farm and grounds personnel, service providers and construction
firms including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, building and grounds, and fire
protection to ensure the proper and efficient management of the District.
3. Manage the building automation and energy management programs, preventive maintenance and
associated service contracts, utility systems and District assets to determine needed maintenance and
repairs. Review work in progress and assure completion of work orders, contracts and new capital
construction projects.
4. Analyze technical and operational problems and devise solutions or processes to address issues as they
arise.
5. Provide supervision to the Supervisor of Farm & Grounds, the Supervisor of Custodial Services &
Operations, the Plant Electrician and the Farm Mechanic.
6. Oversee the maintenance, improvement and harvesting of agricultural lands to obtain proper crop
production; oversee the management, care and health of all livestock and small animals.
7. Oversee the overall landscape operations throughout the campus, including all athletic fields, in
collaboration with the Coordinator of Athletics, Wellness and Health Services.
8. Facilitate the coordination of large projects, including deferred maintenance, preventive maintenance,
energy conservation, and capital projects; assist in the development and implementation of a detailed
five (5) year Capital Improvement Plan.
9. Responsible for all facilities, farm and grounds matters, both during the normal school day and year, as
well as after hours and throughout the summer; on call at all times to respond to emergencies and to
assign appropriate personnel.
10. Responsible for the maintenance and repair of District vehicles and heavy equipment.
11. Administer the day-to-day physical operation and maintenance of all buildings and facilities, including
the mechanical and technological systems wherein, as well as outside lighting throughout the campus,
and other auxiliary systems.
12. Responsible for directing snow removal on District property.
13. Responsible for the management of school property: one million square feet of building space and 130 acres
of agricultural land, athletic fields, and grounds set on two campuses.
14. Possess knowledge of the building codes and regulations, environmental laws, ADA compliance and
other regulations for the operation of buildings and facilities.
15. Negotiate and administer contracts for out-sourced services in collaboration with the Director of
Business Operations.
16. For major projects, assist in the bid process in collaboration with the Director of Business Operations;
know and understand state bid laws and procurement regulations.
17. Supervise and/or provide for the supervision of contractors making sure that assigned work and projects
are performed and completed to the District’s satisfaction.
18. Determine the necessity for maintenance work or structural alterations and prepare plans and
specifications for such work, including mechanical equipment and materials to be purchased.
19. Develop, schedule and implement short and long range programs of repair and maintenance for all
facilities.
20. Assist in the hiring of maintenance, custodial, farm and grounds staff, as needed, in collaboration with
the Director of Human Resources.
21. Develop and implement training for new employees; conduct continuing staff training, including but not
limited to OSHA, EPA compliance, asbestos removal and MSDS.
22. Supervise and evaluate the job performance of all maintenance, custodial, farm and grounds staff, in
accordance with union contracts
23. Prepare, submit and administer budgets for the facilities, farm and grounds departments; prepare and
approve timesheets for all staff; manage overtime.
24. Purchase supplies, equipment and contracted services utilizing local, state and federal procurement
procedures.
25. Establish and maintain an efficient and effective work order process.
26. Serve as a member of the Safety and Security Team; enforce safety regulations at all times.
27. Ensure that all facilities are secure and exit doors are locked at the end of the day.
28. Meet regularly with the Superintendent-Director to discuss work progress, as well as financial matters,
inclusive of cost analysis.
29. Meet weekly with the Principal to discuss building issues and review work projects.
30. Accept additional responsibilities not inconsistent with the position, when requested by the
Superintendent-Director
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
This work is performed both indoors, and outside in all weather conditions. Work involves potential exposure to
temperature extremes and noise. Lifting, pushing and pulling equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally
Revised: April 16, 2021
heavier is required; Walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching and climbing stairs. The work requires frequent inand
out-of-district travel.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. This is a twelve month position.
2. The nature of this position requires hours beyond the regular school day. It is expected that the person
filling this position will give priority to completing the necessary tasks and set hours accordingly.
3. Salary and fringe benefits to be established by the Superintendent-Director in accordance with the
policies established by the School Committee.
Revised: April

 

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parents, employees and members of the general public that all school program activities and employment opportunities are offered without
regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age, or home status. These assurances are
made in compliance with federal standards: Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504.