FACILITIES DIRECTOR

Who We Are:

NatureBridge provides best-in-class environmental science education experiences for more than 30,000 students and their teachers every year in the world’s best classrooms: our National Parks. Our mission is to connect young people to the science and wonder of the natural world, igniting self-discovery and inspiring stewardship of the planet. Through our programs, students explore the outdoors, connect with their peers, discover themselves and develop a lasting relationship with science and the environment around them.

What You Will Do:

As the Facilities Director, you will oversee the maintenance of buildings and grounds, related budgeting and capital spending, compliance, procurement, team supervision, risk management, and project and construction management. You will also ensure that NatureBridge and National Park Service (NPS) assets are well-maintained, and that all facilities operations and work meet federal safety and health standards. 

This position takes place at our campus in Yosemite National Park (El Portal, CA) and cannot be performed remotely

Your primary job will be:

Operations and Maintenance

• Create, document, and manage comprehensive preventative maintenance and repair plan for all NatureBridge-operated facilities on the Yosemite Campus.
• Procure equipment and supplies.
• Manage work order system and processes and requests. Monitor staff and customer feedback, and communicate and respond appropriately.
• Track and monitor energy and water consumption to help ensure efficiencies and minimize overconsumption. 

External Relations 

• Serve as the facilities liaison to the National Park Service, ensuring that all work completed complies with NPS policies, procedures, and standards.
• Manage compliance with NESC Operations & Maintenance Agreement, including all required monitoring and reporting to NPS and the State of California.
• Manage all facilities vendor contracts, services and relationships, including RFPs, contracts, payments, renewals and communication.
• Secure contractor bids, read and interpret contracts, and comply with federal procurement guidelines.

Project Management

• Create, document and manage comprehensive multi-year capital projects and investment plans.
• Oversee the planning, project and risk management, and scheduling of all facilities team activities. Establish team priorities and be accountable for the timely completion of projects and tasks. 
• With the Yosemite Campus Director, NESC Project Director, and National Office, represent NatureBridge’s interests with contractors, architects, and engineers for the NESC. 

Budget and Asset Management 

• Manage the facilities department budget, totaling over $1.3 million in annual operating expenses.
• Develop and oversee all aspects of the Facilities budget, including monitoring monthly expenses and working cooperatively with Finance and Campus staff to ensure that operations are consistent with the budget. 
• Together with campus leadership, develop and oversee the annual or multi-year capital budget for the Yosemite campus.
• Oversee management of staff housing units, including lease agreements, compliance, communication, maintenance, and turn over of units.
• Oversee vehicle fleet use, repairs, maintenance, allocation and purchases.
• Administer payment of invoices, taxes, and registrations.

Leadership 

• Encourage a culture of innovation in sustainable practices in keeping with NatureBridge’s mission.
• Build and lead high-functioning and collaborative teams and drive positive department and campus culture.
• Serve as a member of the Yosemite Director Team; partner and collaborate with other directors at Yosemite and at the National office. 
• Partner with the National and Campus Directors of Risk Management on campus safety.
• Be available for staff and thoughtfully consider organizational needs in decision-making processes. 
• Represent the facilities department as needed with the Yosemite staff, national office, and board. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory 

• Recruit and hire facilities staff
• Supervise, train, support, and evaluate facilities team and individual staff
• Provide professional development opportunities as appropriate to direct reports
• Troubleshoot and follow through issues raised by employees; seek support from Campus Leadership and/or Human Resources as needed.  

Compensation:

• $68,000-$80,000 annual salary
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Option for a 403b retirement plan with employer match after six months
• Generous paid vacation, training days and sick leave
• Other benefits include Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and more

Who You Are:

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Five years of relevant Facilities, Maintenance, and Leadership experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Strong personnel management experience and skills, including a history of success with coaching and developing staff, performance management, risk management, and team building and management.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, high risk, customer service-driven environment. Demonstrated flexibility to meet changing and unpredictable requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities in maintaining buildings, grounds and transportation assets, including technical skills and knowledge about plumbing, electrical, HVAC and carpentry. Contracting experience is a plus.
• Strong ability to work independently.
• Strong team skills and customer service and ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with customers, staff and park partners and vendors. 
• Excellent problem-solving ability. 
• Excellent organizational skills. Experience managing scope, schedule, and budget on large scale projects. Able to successfully prioritize and coordinate multiple programs and assigned tasks. 
• Able to function within a complex, regulatory environment. Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret and apply standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Understanding of NPS facility-related policies and procedures is a plus.
• Proven track record as a financially responsible budget manager.
• Proficiency with technology is required; ability to use or learn Google Suite and Salesforce is a plus.
• Experience leading continuous process improvement initiatives is a plus.
• Exhibits flexibility, resourcefulness, positivity and mature judgment, particularly in stressful or challenging conditions. 
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work flexible hours and be on-call for emergencies.

If you are interested in the role and do not meet every requirement listed, please still apply! We are interested in applicants with unique lived experience and skill sets.

*All NatureBridge Employees are required to complete a background check in order to be eligible for employment.

Why should you join the NatureBridge team?

• We are a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and supports you in making a positive impact on young people and the environment
• You will get to work in a beautiful natural setting with other dedicated staff who are passionate about the environment

• We are invested in supporting your professional growth through training, feedback, and a positive work community

NatureBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on any protected category, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression (including transgender expression or pregnancy), political affiliation, age, immigration status or disability. We encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require any accommodation. 

How To Apply:

Submit your application to our Online Career Portal. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, and the position is open until filled