- Company Name
- York Region District School Board
- Job Title
- Assistant Manager, Facility Operations
- Job Description
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**Job Title:** Assistant Manager, Facility Operations
**Role Summary:**
Coordinate and oversee caretaking services for multiple schools and facilities, aligning operations with strategic plans, union agreements, and health‑and‑safety regulations. Provide leadership to facility staff, manage contracts, budgets, and emergency responses, and foster collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
**Expectations:**
- Deliver efficient, high‑quality facility operations within budget and policy guidelines.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of caretaking supervisors and staff.
- Ensure compliance with collective agreements, building codes, and safety standards.
- Respond swiftly to emergencies and after‑hours incidents.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. Manage caretaking services for assigned schools and facilities.
2. Develop and implement operational plans, preventive maintenance programs, and performance metrics.
3. Oversee site service contracts and coordinate contractor activities.
4. Facilitate training for cleaning, disinfection, and preventive maintenance.
5. Support employee relations: hiring, performance management, conflict resolution.
6. Respond to emergency situations and after‑hours calls.
7. Collaborate with school administrators, teaching staff, parent councils, and community partners.
8. Attend and participate in relevant meetings and committees.
9. Handle budget management, resource allocation, and equipment lifecycle management.
10. Maintain knowledge of board policies, applicable legislation, and health‑safety standards.
**Required Skills:**
- Leadership and team management.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Problem‑solving and decision‑making.
- Knowledge of unionized work environments and collective agreements.
- Proficiency with office software (e.g., MS Office, facility management systems).
- Stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
**Required Education & Certifications:**
- Three‑year post‑secondary degree or diploma in Engineering, Business, Human Resources, or related field.
- Valid Ontario driver’s license.
- Access to reliable transportation.
*Experience: 7–10 years in facility operations, with 3–5 years in a managerial role, preferably in a large institutional or public sector environment.*