Description
The Facilities Director is responsible for planning, directing, and monitoring the activities and operations of all of the McKenzie County buildings; including grounds maintenance, facility constructions, and facility repair or renovation. This position is located in Watford City, ND and scheduled for Monday – Friday, and reports directly to the Board of County Commissioners.
Level and salary commensurate with experience.
Essential Job Functions
- Directs all planning, program development, budget development and control, employee training and development, procedure and policy development for consideration of the Board of County Commissioners and provides direction and leadership for the Department
- Directs the formulation and administration of Department goals and objectives consistent with the overall County plans. Establishes and implements Department policies and procedures involving all operations to support goals and objectives, to address the Department’s overall efficiency and effectiveness and to maintain all operations incompliance with Federal, State, and other regulations, guidelines, standards, etc.
- Directs and manages the activities of the Building & Grounds Department internally and with other Departments and municipalities
- Develops and maintains effective relationships with McKenzie County elected officials, Department Heads, other local governmental managers and officials, and the public at large
- Identify and prioritize project needs, establish project completion time-lines, and provides direction for the use of available staff on maintenance and development of all McKenzie County buildings
- Confer with and make recommendations to contractors, architects, engineers, developers, consultants, and the general public
- Procures and maintains security systems including cameras, keycard entry systems, locks, fire safety systems, etc.
- Understands and complies with all law enforcement and DOC regulations in regards to buildings and security, ensuring yearly inspections are successful
- Arranges any additional needs for buildings and common areas for disease prevention
- Other duties as assigned for business needs
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction or related field
- 10 years’ experience in high level management in a related position
- High School Diploma or GED
- Proficient with MS Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Valid driver’s license
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be able to report to Watford City, ND daily at required schedule time
- Physical requirements and working conditions:
- Able to handle exposure to noise and extreme weather conditions
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, kneel, stoop, sit, walk extensively
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medical
Single: 100% paid for employees
Single+Child(ren): $269.28 monthly
Family: $397.80 monthly
Dental
Single: 100% paid for employees
Family: $16.98 monthly
Vision
Single: 100% paid for employees
Family: $4.32 monthly
Vacation Time
0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year
3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year
6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year
Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year
Sick Time
4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year
Retirement
Main Plan - Employee contributes 3%, County matches 13.26%
Public Safety Plan - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54%
- Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections)
Flex Accounts
Tax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,300.00 annually for medical expenses
$5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expenses
Life Insurance
McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.
Other
Deferred Income – 457B
Similar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency.
Supplemental Insurance
MetLife plans may be purchased for an additional charge.
