Northwest ISD - Executive Director of Facilities

Northwest ISD
Job Details
Region
11
School District/Employer
Northwest ISD
District Category/Employer
Central Office,
Position
Executive Director,
Assignment Level
Area Maintenance
Job Title
Executive Director of Facilities
School
Northwest ISD
Campus Description
https://www.nisdtx.org/departments/facilities
Date Posted
10/1/2025
Deadline
Until Filled
Openings
1
Commitment
Full Time
Description/Notes
NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Title: Executive Director of Facilities (0135) Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports to: Chief of Facilities Pay Grade: A50 Dept. /School: Facilities, Planning & Construction Duty Days: 261 Date Revised: 09/2025
Qualifications
Primary Purpose: To provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the maintenance of all district facilities. Maintain physical school plant in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use may be made at all times. This position provides and ensures that the physical environment of the school district is safe, secure, efficient, and conducive to teaching and learning. This position manages long-term facility planning that aligns resources with district goals and regulatory requirements. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree (Or the equivalent experience acceptable to NISD Administration) Knowledge of basic principles of Facilities, construction, and school plant maintenance, Knowledge of grounds maintenance, athletic facility maintenance (artificial turf, baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, football, soccer & track facilities) Knowledge of EPA environmental safety standards for schools, Indoor Air Quality, Moisture Intrusion & Microbial Growth, and Integrated Pest Management. Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to coordinate district function Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Ability to read blueprints and schematics Ability to apply for Building Permits in all required municipalities. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Seven years minimum in school maintenance in Carpentry, Electrical, HVAC, or Plumbing trades. Five years of supervisory experience in maintenance operations Five years of experience in maintaining a large plant or building of at least 500,000 square feet. Driving record that meets the requirements of the district’s insurance carrier Major Responsibilities and Duties: Direct and manage maintenance of all buildings and grounds, repairs, building systems, energy management, preventative maintenance and central warehouse operations of the district. Receive and process work orders for repair and maintenance of buildings and grounds. Develop and maintain written departmental procedures for maintenance, repair, operations, and security of all district buildings and equipment. Prepare plans and specifications for contracted repair work and site improvements for submission to the purchasing department for bids. Implement federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in maintenance area. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required in maintenance area. Prepare data necessary to process maintenance payroll. Administer maintenance budget and ensure that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed prudently. Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs. Plan and direct inventory and stock control program for equipment and supplies. Direct the maintenance, repair, and improvement of all district buildings, grounds, and equipment. Develop preventive maintenance programs to extend the life of facilities and equipment. Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies. Replace and maintain a current inventory of supplies and parts to avoid delays when reordering. Approve and forward invoices and purchase orders for the maintenance department to accounting department. Recommend disposal of obsolete equipment and purchase replacement equipment when Assign work to maintenance personnel and oversee completion. Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness. Recruit, train, and supervise maintenance personnel and make sound recommendations about personnel placement, transfer, retention, and dismissal. Maintain safety standards in conformance with federal, state, and insurance regulations and develop a program of preventive safety. Ensure that the equipment is maintained in operating and optimum condition. Perform disaster duty when needed. Attend professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovative techniques in maintenance operations. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise and evaluate the performance of facilities’ department office staff, skilled craftsmen, maintenance department supervisors, warehouse supervisors, and support staff assigned to maintenance department. Equipment Used: Personal computer, printer, copier, scanner, and various maintenance equipment. Occasional heavy equipment operation Working Conditions: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district wide travel. Occasionally prolonged and irregular hours; work indoors and outdoors to conduct on-site inspections of all maintenance facilities and construction projects. Position requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, overhead reaching, climbing, sitting, and keyboarding. Position requires the ability to lift 25 pounds to waist high. Frequent district wide and occasional statewide travel. Occasional evening and weekend work to meet district’s needs. Work involves both office and field environment, including exposure to maintenance site visits. Exposure to extreme temperatures. This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned, alternative methods of performing your duties, or skills that may be required.
Salary Range
127,261.43 to 166,104.99
Benefits
https://www.nisdtx.org/staff/benefits-risk-management
How To Apply
https://www.nisdtx.org/departments/human-resources/job-postings
Contact Information
Name
Kimberly Barker
Email
kbarker@nisdtx.org
Address
P.O. Box 77070
City
Fort Worth
State
TX
Zip
76177-0070
Phone
(817) 215-0109
Fax
(817) 215-0170
Additional Information
ESC Region
ESC11
Position
Executive Director
Posted Date
Oct. 1, 2025
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