Director of Facilities & Security

The Currier Museum of Art seeks an experienced Director of Facilities & Security to direct the operations and staff responsible for institutional capital, engineering, buildings and grounds maintenance, and safety & security functions. In this role, the director will supervise the activities of maintaining and repairing the mechanical areas of the museum environment, including ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, lighting, humidification, and temperature controls. Guarantee a high level of cleanliness, maintenance and upkeep, landscaping, overall appearance, and safety of the museum complex. The candidate will also be responsible for overseeing security personnel, policies, procedures, technologies and systems to ensure protection and safety of museum visitors and staff, collection and buildings.

Key responsibilities include

• Works closely with the Leadership Team in the development of financial plans and projects for facilities management. Creates and implements prioritized multi-year plans and budgets for facilities department, which reflect institutional goals and priorities. Monitors progress on plans and budget and makes periodic adjustments and recommendations for cost savings.
• Working with the Director of Operations, Director & CEO and the Board Facilities Committee, creates and implements a long-term capital plan for Currier complex. Obtains bids, recommends contracts, and oversees the work of facilities contractors. Communicates schedules, safety issues, and other information to leadership, staff, and public as needed. Serves as the Staff Liaison to the Facilities Committee.
• Oversees the Manager of Historic Homes in the restoration, upkeep, and maintenance of the two FLW houses and manages the expenditures in line with the budget and in accordance with federal and state grant guidelines.
• Formalizes and digitizes a monthly and annual schedule of upkeep and maintenance for all building functions (elevators, fire safety, ventilation, landscaping, etc).
• Serves as the Chairperson of the museum’s Joint Loss Management Committee. Plans and presents regular safety training for the staff and ensures the mitigation of all safety issues.
• Assures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local building, fire, safety, ADA, and sanitary codes and regulations.
• Oversees hiring, continuous training, deployment, and supervision of facilities staff. Ensures that facilities staff are well trained and supported in their functions, and that staffing is adequate and cost-effective, reflecting changing visitation and the needs of the museum.
• Takes leadership role in emergency planning, training, and response. Conducts semi-annual all staff ERP training.
• Manages all maintenance and energy procurement contracts and makes recommendations to promote efficiency and cost savings.
• Keeps abreast of new procedures, developments and technology in the museum security field and in fire and safety codes and recommends policy or procedural changes to senior management after evaluating budgetary impact.
• Creates and maintains a current policy manual for guards, including fire evacuation procedures and a disaster plan.
• Ensures that security staff is available to respond to off-hours emergencies in the museum, FLW Houses and Brown House and maintains an up-to-date back-up list.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with law enforcement agencies, local fire and police departments, and outside security companies. Coordinates additional police presence for protective services and traffic control during special events.
• Manages contracts with advice and guidance of Director of Finance.
• Collaborates with Curatorial and other departments in the design and installation requirements of special exhibitions and other programs.
• Other duties within the stated scope of the position as assigned by the Director & CEO.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field (Master’s preferred). Experience managing security teams & systems.

5-10+ years of facilities management experience, preferably in a museum or other cultural institution.

Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical engineering principals regarding HVAC operations and maintenance.

Proficiency in current relevant technology and monitoring systems.

Solid financial skills and experience effectively managing resources and capital budgets.

Experience managing relationships and the work of contractors and outside vendors.

Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to supervise, support and empower staff to achieve desired results.

Excellent verbal, written, and public speaking skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate and work well at all levels of the organization,

Strong interpersonal and relationship ma