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About the Role

The Director of Building Operations is responsible for Grace Church School’s day-to-day building operations, including facilities, technology, security, maintenance, and school safety. This role requires a driven, resourceful, and innovative individual with the energy and ambition to develop Building Operations to the highest degree of excellence. The candidate will be an independent and strategic thinker, a creative self-starter, and possess excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Coordinate emergency repairs and respond to building related emergencies.
Collaborate with the Director of Facilities, Building Managers, and Facilities Associates.
Coordinate daily activities between both buildings to maximize efficiency.
Troubleshoot complex building system issues and determine appropriate solutions.
Perform advanced repairs requiring specialized technical knowledge.
Maintain and troubleshoot security equipment, access control systems, and building technologies.
Work closely with the Technology department on infrastructure projects, network cabling, and AV systems.
Integrate building systems (HVAC, lighting, security) with network and technology platforms.
Provide technical expertise on the intersection of facilities and technology systems.
Ensure security and technology systems are functional and meet school operational requirements.
Address compliance issues including fire safety, building code, and life safety deficiencies.
Maintain accurate records of compliance activities, inspections, and corrective actions.
Manage priority building projects from start to completion.
Coordinate work with existing facilities team members to ensure projects are completed efficiently.
Work with vendors and contractors on specialized projects.
Partner with IT on cross-functional projects requiring both facilities and technology expertise.
Provide technical guidance and support to facilities and technology team members.
Participate in facilities and technology team meetings and planning.
Maintain organized records of work completed, equipment serviced, and compliance activities.
Document building systems, equipment locations, technology infrastructure, and maintenance procedures.
Communicate with the Senior Director of Operations on priorities, challenges, and needs.

Requirements

Security Guard License (16 hour)
FDNY Certificate of Fitness (F-01, F-03, F-07, D-20, S-95, S-12)
Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Skills

Facilities management
Technology systems management
Security systems management
Maintenance
School safety procedures
Project management
Vendor management
IT collaboration
Technical documentation
Communication

Location

New York City

Work Type

Full-time

Salary/Compensations

$100,000 - $120,000

About the Company

Grace Church School is a JK–12, independent Episcopal school located on two campuses in downtown New York City, welcoming children of all faiths and of none.
The school believes in the inherent, precious dignity of every individual and provides an outstanding education worthy of our common humanity.
Grace fosters a culture of dignity and belonging, nurturing academic excellence through a pedagogy of joy, intellectual excellence, and ethical virtue.
Grounded in tradition, the school embraces innovation, utilizing research on learning and teaching to advance its mission.

Equal Opportunity

Grace Church School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We believe that equity and inclusion are essential to sound learning.
Our commitment to antiracism, equity, and belonging calls on all faculty members to promote a culture of dignity and belonging for everyone at Grace.
We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds and from individuals of all races, nationalities, identities, and religious and non-religious traditions, and beliefs.