Director of Facilities

REPORTS TO: Director of Finance and Operations

EXEMPT

12-MONTH

 

Wilmington Friends School offers a college preparatory curriculum—including athletics, the arts and community service—in which Quaker values and high expectations are mutually supportive. The defining belief of Quakerism is that there is “that of God” in everyone. That belief gives rise to a school community that welcomes a variety of faith traditions and where we share an obligation to seek and answer what is best in ourselves and in others. Students at Friends are challenged to realize their potential: as learners, well prepared to succeed in college and career; as leaders, recognizing their power and opportunity to be agents of change; and as active and responsible members of communities, from the classroom to the world. The school seeks to serve students, age two through grade twelve, who demonstrate ongoing promise in their ability to succeed at Friends, both academically and in meeting expectations for integrity and conduct.

SCHOOL DESCRIPTION

Wilmington Friends School is a Preschool to 12 Quaker, college preparatory, day school located in Wilmington, Delaware and enrolling approximately 720 students.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Experienced Director of Facilities needed to oversee the management and maintenance of WFS’s Lower and Middle/Upper school campuses. The ideal candidate will be responsible for buildings, grounds, security, and risk management, ensuring a safe, clean, and high quality, well-maintained environment for our students, faculty, and staff while upholding our Quaker values.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Building/Property and Grounds Maintenance

Direct maintenance, custodial, renovation, and construction functions for all school facilities/Oversee landscaping and grounds upkeep/ Oversee and supervise all custodial and maintenance staff providing leadership, training, and professional development opportunities/Coordinate with contractors and vendors for various projects/Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs

 

Security

Establish and maintain comprehensive security protocols/Oversee installation and maintenance of security systems/Collaborate with local law enforcement and emergency services

 

Risk Management

Identify and mitigate potential risks across both campuses/Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes/Develop and implement emergency preparedness plans/

 

Budget & Planning

Manage facilities department budget/Plan and oversee capital improvement projects/Develop long-term facilities master plans

 

Sustainability

Implement eco-friendly practices aligned with Quaker values/Explore and integrate energy-efficient solutions

Various other field related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a dedicated professional who can maintain and improve our school's facilities while supporting our educational mission and Quaker values. The Director of Facilities will play a crucial role in creating a safe, comfortable, and inspiring environment for our school community.

If interested and qualified, please send your resume to ShaQuan Buffaloe at sbuffaloe@wilmingtonfriends.org

 

It is Wilmington Friends School’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, first responder status, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.  It is the intent and resolve of Wilmington Friends School to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity.  This equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, training, promotion, compensation, termination, and retirement.