Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides many services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees are committed to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training and competitive benefits. We foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration, and career growth.

SUMMARY

Position is responsible for directing, coordinating and supervising all components for Facilities Services in an assigned borough and to ensure the safest and healthiest workplace possible. This includes the direct supervision of staff, maintenance of agency facilities, cleaning of agency grounds and facilities, compliance with all applicable building regulations. The position maintains the authority to exercise independent judgment within the framework of established policies and procedures that influence operations and improvements to the facilities. This person serves as liaison with other agency programs and outside agencies and vendors.

COMPENSATION: $77,000 - 87,000 annually + Industry Leading Benefits!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Director of Facilities Services will include, but are not limited to the following: • Interviews, trains, and supervises subordinate staff. • Inspects assigned agency facilities on a regular basis to ensure they are being properly maintained and kept clean. Works with Program staff to facilitate utmost cleanliness. • Oversees and manages schedules and work assignments of custodians and maintenance workers and administrative staff. • Provides oversight of staff duties and facilities maintenance. • Ensures maintenance requests are carried out in a timely and efficient manner. • Monitors department budget. • Implements UCP policies and procedures for assigned areas. • Prepares project projections and other relevant reporting statistics as they relate to assigned borough. • Works with Director of Facilities Management on long range capital and non-capital projects. • Ensures that staff receives all required in-service training on proper cleaning methods, sanitation, safety and hazard prevention. • Ensures staff training for operation of machinery and equipment i.e. floor machines, wet/dry vacuums, detergents, strippers, abrasives, germicides, disinfectants, solvents and related materials. • Oversees completion of special site specific maintenance projects as requested. • Conducts frequent area assessments and observations of practices, materials, equipment and environment. • Oversees the upkeep of agency grounds and ensures staff effectively removes snow and ice from same. • Handles personnel matters including vacations, sick leave time, attendance records and all related forms. • Performs necessary department paperwork as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Valid NY State Driver’s License and maintain it in good standing • New York City Fire Department License for sites in which it is required • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English • Good interpersonal skills are required in order to interact effectively with employees, coworkers, other departments, outside contacts, etc. • Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks. • Ability to train staff on the operation of machinery and facilities equipment such as floor machines, wet/dry vacuums, cleaning equipment and appropriate preventative methods • Knowledge of HVAC Mechanical Systems • Excellent organizational skills • Must be able to maintain the strictest confidentiality • Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software.

DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIRED

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school or Trade school degree; College degree preferred.

• At least five years of managerial experience in Facilities Services.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.