Director - Maintenance and Transportation

The Director, Maintenance and Transportation 

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives and nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith. 

Job Summary

The Director, Maintenance and Transportation oversees facilities, security, and fleet operations supporting ~10 buildings and company vehicles, ensuring regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and a safe environment for employees and clients. 

Job Responsibilities 

1. Directs fleet operations across organizational vehicles, developing and implementing policies, procedures, and service standards that ensure safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
2. Directs facilities for ~10 buildings at CCAC ensuring operational efficiency, safety, maintenance, and compliance for these facilities. 
3. Serve as the primary point of contact for building, security, and vehicle-related issues, coordinating maintenance, repairs, inspections, and vendor services to minimize disruptions and maintain business continuity.
4. Manage relationships with external service providers, security partners, and maintenance contractors, ensuring timely resolution of facility and fleet concerns while meeting organizational and regulatory requirements.
5. Lead problem resolution and emergency response efforts, addressing client and employee concerns, service interruptions, and crisis situations with professionalism while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
6. Oversee organization-wide facility relocations, space closures, and logistics projects, coordinating vendors, furniture moves, and asset transportation to ensure seamless transitions with minimal operational impact.
7. Other duties as assigned 

Team Member Responsibilities

1. Exhibit alignment with the team's clear goals that are mission-focused, grounded in Catholic Charities history, and tied to action.
2. Contribute to a joy-filled culture built upon respect and inclusion, team pride, and community spirit.
3. Collaborate effectively to support excellent process, accountability, and constructive conflict.
4. Demonstrate a commitment to growth through learning, forgiveness, and reflection.

Living Our Values

1. Courageous Compassion: Welcome and serve all with an open heart, empathic listening, and a commitment to radical hospitality.
2. Solidarity: Embrace shared humanity by celebrating and giving voice to our differences and choosing the path of collaboration and inclusion.
3. Faith-filled Hope and Joy: Uplift each other in times of darkness and celebrate together in times of light, leaning in with humility, humor, and hope.
4. Meaningful and Measurable Impact: Meet human need with love, balance immediate action with lasting change, and act with accountability through dialogue, analyses, and reflection.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

1. Associate's degree in related field of study
2. 3-5 years of supervisory experience

Preferred Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's Degree in related field of study
2. 5-7 years of supervisory experience

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

1. Knowledge of building systems, safety regulations, and sustainability practices

2. Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively

3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

1. Experience building and executing multi-year building maintenance programs 

2. Experience with vendor selection and contract negotiations with construction, maintenance, and service providers

Physical Requirements

X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day

X Lift up to 50 pounds

X Push and pull up to 50 pounds

X Climb up and down four (4) or more flights of stairs

Additional Requirements

X Background check, including any program specific requirements

X Driver's License and reliable transportation Agency-specified automobile insurance