Property Director (Vanderbilt YMCA)

YMCA
Salary
$90,000.00
$95,000.00
How to Apply
Apply Online
The Vanderbilt YMCA is seeking a Property Director.
Job Description

Salary: $90,000 - $95,000 Annually

The Vanderbilt YMCA is seeking a Property Director. A clean, functional, and inspiring environment is a critical component of the experience we provide to every member. The Property Director’s primary responsibility is to consistently create that environment. They will provide leadership to the overall operation of the mechanical, housekeeping, and life safety systems of the YMCA, including preventative and routine maintenance, fire safety, security, and pool operating systems. The Property Director will ensure that the building has the required operating certifications and recordkeeping as mandated by codes. They will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with all Federal, State, and City property regulations.

In addition to overseeing property management operations for the branch, the Property Director will assist the Association Office (AO) Properties Department by providing industry expertise and guidance, as needed, to other branches within the Y’s portfolio. In this capacity, the Property Director will:

  • Provide leadership and support to other branches, offering guidance and mentorship to less experienced branch Property Managers, or to relevant branch staff in the event that the Property Director is providing support to a branch with a Property Manager vacancy.
  • Support the implementation of an organization-wide preventative maintenance plan.
  • Liaise with AO Properties leadership in an effort to flag issues requiring attention at branches and identify and implement strategies that will improve organization-wide property management.

Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical benefits, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required. Degree in Facilities Management or a related field preferred.
  • Ten (10) years of experience in managing facilities operations and maintenance staff, with evidence of progressive supervisory experience and skills development, as well as experience in overseeing or providing assistance to more than one facility.
  • Fifteen (15) years of experience in managing facilities operations and maintenance staff preferred. Five (5+) years of working directly in Property Management for a YMCA or like organization.
  • Experience managing and developing a property team.
  • Knowledge of building operation and fire safety codes and regulations.
  • Able to obtain required certificates of fitness, including Sprinkler-S12, Standpipe-S13, Fire Drill Conductor-W07, Fire Alarm Maintainer-S95, Fire Guard-F01, and Hazmat-C42 certifications within the first 120 days of hire.
  • Knowledge of Electrical (NYC Codes), Plumbing (NYC Codes), Fire Protection System (NYC Codes), Building Construction and Management, Energy Conservation, and Burner and Boiler Operations.
  • Knowledge of project management, bidding, project proposals, and preventative maintenance programs.
  • Knowledge of budget management, volunteer development, building security, HPD codes, and regulations preferred.
  • Experience using Building Management Systems (BMS) preferred.
  • NYC Pool Operator license preferred.
  • Working proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Essential Functions
  • Ensure that the facility and grounds are functional, clean, organized, and inspiring.
  • Work with the Executive Director, in consultation with AO Properties, to develop and manage the annual branch property management budget.
  • Identify critical projects necessary to maintain and/or enhance branch functionality and member experience.
  • Plan, develop, and oversee maintenance on all mechanical infrastructure systems - electric, plumbing, HVAC, and pool environment. Work with management to develop and administer a preventative maintenance plan for the branch. Actively manage the preventative maintenance plan using the Y’s property management software.
  • Identify and manage repair work and projects in a timely manner using the Y’s property management software to track work from initiation of work order to closure. Where possible, self-performs repair work. Where necessary, oversees contractors. Conduct bid reviews and recommend a selection of contractors.
  • Work with external agencies (FDNY, DOH, DOB, etc.) to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to facilities and grounds. Maintain all required logs and record books.
  • Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, and direct assigned staff and volunteers. Where applicable, review and evaluate performance.  Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
  • Serve as a Manager on Duty (MOD) as needed.
  • Supervise all housekeeping staff, coordinate with all branch department heads, and achieve a high level of productivity with available resources.
  • Provide leadership to the security team at the branch.