Director of Facilities, Safety & Library Support

Director of Facilities, Safety & Library Support

With roots stretching back to 1891 and now covering a region of approximately 170,000 residents, the Pueblo City-County Library District is the award-winning public library system serving Pueblo City and Pueblo County, Colorado, including the communities of Beulah, Rye, and Colorado City.

The climate is enjoyable year round with outdoor activities available for every season! Located between rivers and mountains, Pueblo also offers visitors and residents scenic beauty in which to indulge. Lake Pueblo and Lake Pueblo State Park, the most visited state park in Colorado, is an aquatic hot spot, with more than 60 miles of shoreline and 4,500 acres of surface water for boating and fishing. Pueblo is a multicultural community at the confluence of the Arkansas River and Fountain Creek. Downtown's 1.5-mile Historic Arkansas Riverwalk serves as a centerpiece for the city's three-district Creative Corridor of galleries, cultural destinations and events.

The purpose of the Director of Facilities, Safety and Library Support is to create a positive library experience for customers and employees by creating a welcoming and safe environment. This position plans, budgets and oversees all projects related to PCCLD facilities and grounds including: construction, remodel, maintenance and landscaping. This position manages staff and oversees the work of service vendors and contractors. This position focuses on safety and security in the library including enforcement of policies and procedures with a strong focus on library operations in public spaces.

RELATIONSHIPS

The Director of Facilities, Safety and Library Support reports to Executive Director and manages the Facilities Department including supervision of facilities staff and the Manager of Security Services. The position works closely with the Executive Director, senior leadership team and department supervisors in planning and scheduling building renovations, maintenance projects and new building construction. The Director of Facilities, Safety and Library Support builds good working relationships with construction and building maintenance vendors, governmental agencies and other businesses relevant to building and grounds projects. This position provides direct customer service to both internal and external customers. The position provides excellent customer service demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively with people regardless of age, race, sexual orientation, ability level or background.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

• Plans, budgets and oversees all projects related to PCCLD facilities and grounds including construction of new buildings, remodel and reconfiguration projects, landscaping, and facility & grounds maintenance. Supervises and participates in the activities of work crews.
• Develops plans and specifications for projects; reads, interprets, and works from sketches, profiles, and blueprints; obtains bids and recommends contractors; coordinates projects with contractors; and directs and monitors work of contractors and firms providing service to the library.
• Selects, trains, supervises and evaluates Facilities Department employees in the maintenance and operation of library facilities, vehicles and properties, and recommends appropriate personnel actions.
• Coordinates long and short-range budgeting and planning affecting building maintenance program and staffing.
• Provides capital improvement planning, deferred maintenance assessment, and long-range facilities planning.
• Works to achieve sustainability, energy management, and utility cost reduction.
• Establishes effective work schedules. Inspects finished work for conformance to standards, accuracy, completeness and quality expectations.
• Assists in the planning, construction, and project management for new library facilities and the remodeling of existing facilities
• Develops and documents department procedures and contributes to library policies as required.
• Writes and prepares monthly operational reports. Makes presentations to staff and Board of Trustees.
• Manages contracted services; responsible for RFPs, reviewing bids, selecting providers and ensuring services are performed in accordance with contracts. Contracted services may include janitorial, snow removal, lawn care, fire panel monitoring and other contracted services.
• Inspects buildings and equipment for needed repairs, maintenance, and renovation. Establishes preventative maintenance schedules, and prioritizes repair and maintenance work to minimize disruption of library operations.
• Oversees contractors for lawns, janitorial, building mechanical and other facilities services. Investigates issues and resolves performance failures.
• Ensures compliance with ADA accessibility requirements, OSHA/safety practices, building codes, fire codes, environmental health standards, and all applicable local/state/federal regulations.
• Purchases and maintains PCCLD vehicles in good working order.

SAFETY & SECURITY

• Responds to building needs and emergencies 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
• Enforces federal, state, and library safety and environmental rules. Maintains and assures security of buildings, vehicles, equipment and other district property. Follows pertinent OSHA regulations, local building codes, and environmental regulations.
• Supervises the Manager of Security Services and has oversight for security services within the district in order to ensure safe library environments for customers, staff, volunteers, and visitors. Works with Manager of Security Services to monitor, assess, and address PCCLD security issues, trends, incidents, staffing needs, reporting practices, and service expectations.
• Responsible for systems, policy, contracted security agreements, and emergency management for library security operations.
• Manages emergency response and operational continuity for facilities and security issues, such as power outages, floods, HVAC failures, elevator outages, weather event, building closures, safety emergencies and threat response.

LIBRARY SUPPORT

• Upholds a strong service orientation towards library operations, public spaces, programs, staff and customers.
• Stays current on library services, programs, events, operational needs, and trends that impact public libraries, including technology trends and public space use.
• Leads team efforts to maintain a safe and secure environment for customers and staff by maintaining awareness of surroundings and working in accordance with safety policies and procedures.
• Leads regularly scheduled department meetings. Attends All Staff Development Days and other training sessions to acquire new skills and to stay current on all information that is pertinent to PCCLD.
• Stays current on trends that impact public libraries including technology trends.
• Reads daily organizational communications from intranet, e-mail, newsletters and print announcements. Stays current on all library services, programs and events throughout the district. Regularly accesses electronic time keeping, payroll and personnel employee access systems.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES­

Directs set up of meeting rooms for library staff and organizations using the meeting rooms. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management or related field, plus five years of progressively responsible experience in facilities operations, building maintenance, construction management or property management, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity. An equivalent combination of education, certification, technical training, and experience may be considered. Preferred qualifications include: management of multi-site facilities, project management, safety, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boiler, elevator or building systems certifications or licenses.

Skills and Abilities: Mathematical aptitude with ability to measure and use computations used in calculations of specifications for building projects. Good writing skills with the ability prepare reports. Ability to plan and schedule work within deadlines and identify priorities. Skill in reading, understanding, and working from blueprints, sketches, diagrams, and schematics, and equipment instructions. Knowledge of chillers and HVAC equipment. Knowledge of general characteristics of facilities, machinery, and equipment. Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in moderate levels of construction and carpentry. Position requires skill and ability to supervise, guide, direct, and evaluate personnel. Verbal communication, listening skills, and problem-solving skills are required. Ability to function under flexible and changing conditions. Knowledge of public procurement, bidding, contracting and vendor management. Experience using computerized maintenance management systems, work order systems, building automation platforms, and asset management software.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds and push /pull a fully loaded book cart weighing up to 200 pounds. Must be able to inspect buildings, roofs, mechanical spaces, basements, grounds, construction areas, and other facilities locations as needed. Must be able to travel regularly between PCCLD locations. Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, stoop, reach, and move throughout library buildings and grounds. Work may involve exposure to mechanical rooms, construction areas, outdoor weather conditions, noise, dust, cleaning products, and other conditions typical of facilities operations.

Other Requirements: Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings and weekends. Must submit to and successfully pass a criminal background investigation. Must have a good driving record, valid Colorado Drivers License and automobile insurance.

Hiring Salary Range: $88,571 - $98,00 annual; $3406.57 - $3769.23 bi-weekly

PCCLD offers health insurance including a tele-health service, dental and vision insurance, HSA and FSA plans, employer paid life insurance, and 401(k) and PERA retirement plans. The library district provides paid leave in the form of 11 paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off. Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Closing Date to Apply: Friday, November 6, 2026

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Pueblo City-County Library District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender orientation, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Equal Opportunity Employer.