Manager, Custodial and Operations

The Durham Catholic District School Board is located just east of Toronto and is renowned for providing comprehensive Catholic education to over 25,000 students in 38 elementary schools, 7 secondary schools, and 7 continuing and alternative education centers throughout Durham Region.

The Durham Catholic District School Board invites applications from qualified candidates interested in the following position:

POSITION: Manager, Custodial and Operations

LOCATION: DCDSB - Operations & Maintenance Administrative Centre (OMAC) - 383 Chaleur Ave, Oshawa, ON - L1J 1G5

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Please note some flexibility regarding start time may be required)

SALARY: Management/Administrative - M1 ( $120,329 - $139,294)

START DATE: To be determined

Interested candidates are invited to apply through Apply to Education or alternatively email a resume and cover letter to hr@dcdsb.ca. Please indicate the position title in the email subject line.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for overseeing the delivery of custodial and operations (contracted services, security, waste, portables, etc.) services at all Board schools and Administration buildings. The position will also have overall responsibility for the provision of custodial and operation services including service quality standards and assurance systems. The position will also oversee administrative functions at the OMAC location in Oshawa. This position reports to the Superintendent of Education, Facilities Services and will work in cooperation with school Principals and other Board staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver high quality, timely and cost-effective services and solutions for the custodial and operational areas, which may include cost benefit analysis, feasibility studies, technical reviews, budget estimates, and forecasting;
• Develops, implements and monitors strategic directions for the custodial and operational functions;
• Participate in the recruitment, staffing and allocation of human resources for custodial services with Human Resources staff;
• Preparation of budget requirements and expenditure reports for custodial and operational services as required by senior management and/or the Board;
• Liaising with Principals and other staff with regard custodial and operational issues within schools and administrative locations;
• Works with Board planning staff to review enrollment projections, support short- and long-range Capital Accommodation Plans, assist with Ministry of Education submissions for new schools, additions, renovations and accommodation reviews, and develop the annual portable allocation plan to meet school accommodation needs;
• Supports maintenance services by reviewing work orders at the school level;
• Management of minor renovation and retrofit projects including assisting with the preparation of tender documents, service contracts and various projects which may be completed by Board staff or external contractors;
• Works with Business Services/Procurement to review and prepare procurement documents for operational services and for renewal of all rosters and contractors associated with operational work (i.e., Waste, Security, Snow, Grass, and others as needed);
• Oversees custodial services including resource allocation within the schools and administrative buildings based on established staffing and quality service standards;
• Oversees a quality assurance system in regard to the provision of custodial services in the schools in support of the Principal’s role as site base manager;
• Manage the professional development and training programs for custodial and maintenance staff;
• Involved in board level committees as required;
• Oversees the Board’s building security systems;
• Supervises assigned staff and conducts annual performance reviews;
• Provides input on the annual capital plan;
• Supports the energy portfolio with a goal of reducing energy and water consumption across the Board;
• Prepares reports to the Board of Trustees; and
• Acts as a member of the Facilities Services on-call supervisory team charged with the responsibility of monitoring all Board properties to ensure safe and operational condition 24 hours per day, year-round.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

University degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ related experience
• Experience in a supervisory role

Other Qualifications

• Project management experience
• Knowledge of Municipal Planning Process and relevant legislation
• Experience with large Capital budgets and multi-site projects
• Knowledge of the Ministry of Education funding model
• Understanding of engineering drawings and architectural plans
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically
• Outstanding negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, decision-making and leadership skills
• Ability to function in a diverse and high-volume environment
• Ability to multi-task and meet strict timelines with minimal supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent report writing skills and public presentation skills
• Excellent supervisory and management skills
• Safe driving abstract; driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

At DCDSB, fostering a culture of inclusion is a fundamental imperative. Acknowledging the diversity of our students, staff and community and ensuring every member of our inclusive community is a valued contributor is a foundational pillar to our mission. The DCDSB invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, and candidates who self-identify as a member of a racialized/marginalized community, who may enhance equity and representation in our workforce.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), accommodations will be provided to applicants to enable equitable participation in the recruitment process. If you require accommodation throughout the application process, please contact Saranyaa Madras Thiyagarajan, Human Resource Consultant (Acting), at Saranyaa.madrasthiyagarajan@dcdsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that accommodations can be made.

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