Assistant Facility Manager



Assistant Facility Manager

Salary

$79,268.80 - $96,345.60 Annually

Location

Ukiah, CA

Job Type

Full-time Permanent

Job Number

21.192

Department

General Services - Buildings & Grounds

Opening Date

07/13/2021

Closing Date

8/3/2021 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position

Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply.

Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600. 


The current vacancy is in the Executive Office - Facilities & Fleet, Ukiah.  The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions, should they occur.  

Under general direction, plans and coordinates the facilities technical operations and activities of the Facilities and Fleet Division of the General Services Agency by providing expertise in the area of construction and maintenance of facilities.  The incumbent advises the division head regarding the needs of the facilities and capital project scheduling and budget.  

This position will manage facilities maintenance and custodial services; including grounds and parks, and building maintenance, remodeling and minor construction projects, fleet services, including coordination of vehicle replacement plan and fleet maintenance activities.

Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.
  • Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the operational activities of the Division including review of work orders, project requests, project and preventative maintenance planning and implementation, and customer services issues.
  • Carries out supervisory responsibility in accordance with policies, procedures and applicable laws including: training in job skills; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  • Evaluates the work performance and training needs of subordinate supervisory staff; consults with and advises supervisory personnel and subordinates on technical problems and County policies.
  • Advises and makes recommendations to the Facilities and Fleet Division Manager on matters relating to maintenance, modification and construction of buildings and facilities or other areas assigned; develops and implements preventative maintenance programs, monitors and revises progress of programs; develops and implements plans for improving and enhancing facilities, monitors and revises progress of such projects.
  • Ensures that work performed by facilities operations and contractors complies with building and life safety codes, specifications, plans and budgetary limitations; interfaces with managers and representatives of the County, State, local governmental agencies and private firms; reviews plans and specifications, and conducts inspections of projects, maintenance and other work.
  • Identifies repair and replacement needs; determines need for and recommends changes in Division staffing; reviews and recommends changes in the Division's Budget.
  • Inspects and monitors capital and maintenance projects; assures compliance with plans, specifications, and regulations.
  • Monitors, maintains, and may supervise budget items, and expenditures within the Division.
  • Assists in the preparation of the Division's annual budget.
  • Confers with staff to keep them informed on key issues and progress toward objectives and to gain their support and approval; makes recommendations to assist management in making needed improvements.
  • Assists in the development and planning activities of the division.
  • Answers telephone calls, provides information and replies to written correspondence.
  • Attends meetings with other departments as required.
  • Supervises the work of outside contractors.
  • Develops schedules for maintenance and construction activities.
  • Advises staff regarding the technical performance of facility maintenance, including a computerized maintenance management program.
  • Assists in the preparation and presentation of various types of information to the Board of Supervisors and others.
  • Performs technical work including research, cost-estimating, and construction supervision.
  • Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of contracts.
  • Ensures the work performed by the Division and contractors complies with building and life safety codes, specifications, plans, and budgetary limitations.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education and Experience:

Associate's degree or 60 semester units from an accredited college or university with a emphasis in construction, building trades, project management, facility management, business, accounting or a closely related field; and four or more years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance and/or construction planning with at least two years in a supervisory capacity; or a combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid State Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

  • Principles, practices, and methods of construction and building maintenance.
  • Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
  • Standard business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals.
  • Basic budgetary principles and practices.


Skill in:

  • Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgement within established guidelines.
  • Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
  • Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks.
  • Understanding, interpreting and communicating complicated policies, procedures and protocols.
  • Using mathematics, personal computers, and drafting tools.
  • Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within a customer service oriented environment and with outside agencies.


Mental and Physical Abilities:

  • Read and interpret contract documents.
  • Plan, prioritize, and supervise the work of others.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings.
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.
  • Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
  • While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Selection Procedure & Other Important Information

Important Application Information:

  • It is your responsibility to demonstrate through your application materials how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position/s for which you apply.
  • You must complete all sections of the application.  A résumé or other information you feel will help us evaluate your qualifications may be attached to your completed application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application.  Blank applications that contain only a résumé or those that reference "see résumé" will be rejected as incomplete.
  • Check your application before submitting to ensure it is complete and correct; no new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.
  • Inquiry will be made of your former and current employers; please provide the names and telephone numbers of supervisors on your application.
  • You must provide the names and contact information of at least three (3) references (not relatives) that have knowledge of your job skills, experience, ability and/or character.
  • Application materials are the property of Mendocino County and will not be returned.
  • It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number or address.  Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews.
  • The exam process listed on this flyer is tentative.  Mendocino County reserves the right to make necessary modifications to the examination plan.  Such revisions will be in accordance with approved personnel standards.  Should a change be made, applicants will be notified.
  • The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
 
Examination Process:  All complete applications will be reviewed with those judged most qualified progressing further in the selection process. Based on the number of qualified candidates, an oral examination (weight 100) or an unassembled exam, consisting of an evaluation of education and experience as stated on the application form, will be administered. The examination process will test the knowledge and abilities described above. A minimum score of 70 must be attained for placement on the employment list.
 
Special Testing:  If you require special testing arrangements to accommodate a disability or religious conviction you must contact Human Resources at 707.234.6600 prior to the test date to make your requirements known.  You must provide enough advance notice to allow Human Resources to properly review and evaluate your request.
 
Special Requirements:  Employment in some County departments or positions may require the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background, which may include fingerprinting, and/or a medical examination, which may include drug screening.
 
This announcement is a synopsis of duties and requirements of this job. To review the complete classification specification and benefits, please see the HR website. Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.  
 
The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This information is a summary of general benefits.  Benefits listed in Mendocino County Resolutions or Memorandums of Understanding prevail over this listing. This information is not legally binding, nor does it constitute a Contract. 

SALARY
Compensation is based on a five-step salary range, with annual merit-based increases within the salary range.

RETIREMENT
Covered under Social Security and the 1937 act; both employees and the County pay into the retirement fund. For the most current information regarding County Retirement please go to:
https://www.mendocinocounty.org/retirement

HOLIDAYS AND PERSONAL LEAVE
Mendocino County observes 11 paid holidays per year.  Employees are granted 24 – 48 hours of personal leave annually, depending upon Bargaining Unit.

VACATION
Accrues at the rate of two weeks per year for three years.  Three weeks per year after three years, four weeks after eight years and five weeks after 15 years.

SICK LEAVE
Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1.25 days per month, or 15 days per year. Accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week. Part-time employees working less than 20 hours per week, and extra-help employees receive up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of paid sick leave annually. 

MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, AND LIFE INSURANCE
The County and the employee share the cost of an employee selected health care plan; enrollment in the plan includes $20,000 Life Insurance.

HEALTH INSURANCE
For the most current information regarding Health Insurance please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/ehb

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
For the most current information regarding Employee Assistance please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/eap

EMPLOYEE WELLNESS PROGRAM
For the most current information regarding Employee Wellness please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/mcwow

LABOR CONTRACTS
For the complete list of most current labor agreements please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/labor

Agency
County of Mendocino
Address
501 Low Gap Road, Room 1326

Ukiah, California, 95482
Phone
707-234-6600