Facilities Manager - New Hope Academy Franklin, TN : Job Details

New Hope Academy

New Hope Academy is a pioneering school that brings together a love for Christ Jesus with a promise of excellent Christ centered education. We have a committed focus on whole-child development through caring academic mentoring along with a vision for connected community where students and families form meaningful relationships across economic, racial, and cultural differences. We feel this provides a foundation to begin the process of combating the roots of inequality, race-based separation, and class-oriented isolation. All of this to the glorification of our Lord and Savior!

New Hope Academy intentionally reserves 40 to 50% of all classroom seats for students from low-income households. We teach from a Biblical foundation while fundamentally equipping each student with tools for gaining knowledge and understanding. We believe in community and that God calls us to love, fellowship, and help one another for His glory. It is because of this that we are committed to finding the resources necessary to allow the mission to thrive. New Hope Academy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Job Title: Facilities Manager

Duties & Responsibilities: Summary

The Facilities Manager will report to the Director of Finance and Operations. This position calls for a strategically oriented and experienced facilities operations professional who will work closely with the entire campus, parents, staff and students. The position will also include day-to-day technology support. The position is integral in the daily success of students and staff; it has a direct impact on day-to-day decisions and operations.

Facilities & Security

Maintain day-to-day operations of facilities including custodial work

Monitor the safety and cleanliness and upkeep of building interior and exterior such as offices, classrooms, conference rooms, parking lots, outdoor spaces, etc.

Perform routine facility maintenance and make minor repairs as needed

Oversee maintenance and beautification of grounds

Procure building materials, supplies, and work with Director of Finance with vendor selection (security, cleaning, maintenance, supplies, etc.)

Devise and oversee long-term maintenance plan of building and property

Schedule routine maintenance, inspections, and emergency repairs with outside vendors

Supervise outsourced custodial personnel

Set up and tear down for all school events, including lunch and devotions

Coordinate volunteers (lunch, work days, building maintenance, etc.)

Assist with school carpool: drop off and pick up of students

Be available for after-hour emergencies

Oversee safety and security protocols

Schedule and oversee safety drills, CPR and other training as appropriate or required by law

Other duties as assigned

Technology

Manage and assist with day-to-day technology use as a first-line customer support to students and staff

Recommend technology purchases equipment and infrastructure in coordination with Director of Finance and Operations and outsourced technology partner

Coordinate and maintain audio/visual equipment as needed

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Personal relationship with Jesus Christ

Understands and committed to the mission of New Hope Academy

Previous work experience commensurate with job requirements

Ability & desire to work in a school environment with children

Valid drivers license and ability to lift and carry materials

Background check required

Working Conditions

This is a Christ-centered Pre-K 6th grade school with about 200 students. The Facilities Manager will have his/her own office between the office and classrooms.

Salary & Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience with an anticipated starting salary of $50,000. Benefits are available the first of the month following 30 days of employment. The benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, supplemental plans, including life, short- & long-term disability and employee funded 403b. New Hope Academy covers 100% of the cost of medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability for the employee only. The employee may elect additional coverage including coverage for family members at the cost of the employee.