Overview

Position Summary:This qualified and experienced individual is responsible for planning, managing, and providing strategic oversight of facilities and maintenance services for Island Transit. The Facilities and Maintenance Director provides direction and leadership through the Facilities Manager and Maintenance Manager, fostering an atmosphere of cooperation, accountability, and teamwork. This position establishes departmental priorities, coordinates with other department directors, and communicates with other transit, regulatory, and community agencies to exchange information and resolve problems.The incumbent develops and administers departmental budgets, develops policy and procedures, oversees facilities and maintenance acquisitions and contracted services, and collaborates with the Grant Administrator in the administration of federal and state capital grants from application through closeout. This position identifies capital investment opportunities and may leverage federal and state funding programs to advance the agency's infrastructure and fleet preservation goals.The Facilities and Maintenance Director serves as a member of the executive leadership team, contributing to the agency's long range plan, transit development plan, and asset management plan. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the Executive Director.Hiring Pay Range: $116,623 to $145,773Island Transit offers competitive benefits that include:Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance - employer paid premiums for employeesLife Insurance - employer paid $24,000 Basic Life Insurance plus optional employee paid supplemental insurance plansFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Retirement Plans - Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Optional MissionSquare 457b/401a plan with employer matchPaid Vacation, Sick Leave and HolidaysEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Directly supervises the Facilities Manager and Maintenance Manager, providing strategic oversight of the acquisition, maintenance, and repair of agency vehicles, equipment, facilities, grounds maintenance, and inventory control programs; oversees federally and state-funded capital projects related to facilities and fleet assets.Ensures vehicle and facility preventive maintenance guidelines are current; reviews and approves improvement recommendations from direct reports; ensures compliance with federal and state grant requirements related to preventive maintenance and capital asset management.Ensures facilities and maintenance employees are adequately trained and equipped to perform maintenance functions in compliance with applicable safety guidelines and grant funding requirements; holds direct reports accountable for the training and readiness of their respective teams.Analyzes operational and service demands for vehicles and facilities; projects future service requirements and directs the Facilities and Maintenance Managers in aligning resources to meet projected needs; identifies capital project needs and supports grant application development to fund future investments.In collaboration with the Facilities and Maintenance Managers, establishes inventory levels and upholds established procurement thresholds to support maintenance plans; ensures inventory practices comply with federal and state grant program and asset management requirements.Oversees acquisition of vehicles, equipment, facilities, and contracted services; reviews and approves bid specifications; participates in evaluating and awarding bids; monitors contractor and vendor performance; ensures all procurement activities comply with federal and state grant regulations, including FTA requirements and Davis-Bacon Act provisions.Oversees inspections of vehicles, equipment, and buildings for conformity with operational standards, manufacturer maintenance schedules, safety requirements, and disability access standards; promotes the use of environmentally safe and sustainable technologies; ensur