Director of Facilities and Transportation

Director of Facilities and Transportation Detroit Catholic Central High School is a 200,000 square foot educational facility on a 115 acre campus located in Novi, Michigan. Our campus is a place where generations of Shamrocks have learned, grown, and become leaders in the Church and the world. It is also one of the most dynamic and beautiful private school campuses in Michigan, featuring modern academic wings, athletic facilities, chapels, gathering spaces, and the George & Mary Turek Hall of Science, a 57,000 square foot state-of-the-art STEM facility designed to prepare students for a rapidly changing world. Join a Mission-Driven Community At Catholic Central High School, everything we do is rooted in faith, excellence, and community. From daily prayer and classroom learning to championship athletics and lifelong friendships, CC is more than a school. It is a faith-filled community grounded in the Basilian tradition of Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge. About the Role Catholic Central is seeking a visionary Director of Facilities and Transportation to lead our infrastructure and logistics operations. The Director of Facilities and Transportation serves in a key leadership role overseeing the safety, maintenance, and efficiency of our physical campus and our fleet operations, ensuring a seamless environment for those we serve. As the Director, you will be the chief architect of our operational excellence. You will manage large projects, lead a dedicated team of technicians and drivers, and implement sustainable practices that modernize our footprint. We need a strategic thinker who balances high-level planning with the grit to solve complex technical challenges on the ground. What You'll Be Part Of A mission-driven team that supports the daily life of the school community. A campus that blends tradition and innovation in a faith-centered environment. Major school events, athletic gatherings, performances, retreats, and celebrations. A beautiful, highly regarded campus in a sought-after Novi location. The behind-the-scenes work that makes extraordinary student experiences possible. What You'll Do Direct all facility maintenance, custodial, and groundskeeping operations. Oversee transportation logistics to ensure safety, punctuality, and cost-effectiveness. Ensure strict compliance with all local, state, and federal safety regulations. Optimize fiscal performance by developing and managing annual budgets. Lead, mentor, and scale a workforce across multiple departments. Proactively monitor industry trends and technical advancements leveraging best practices to enhance operations. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in facility management and logistics, paired with exceptional interpersonal skills. You should be a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses the technical acumen to oversee HVAC, electrical, and fleet systems. If you are a leader who takes pride in building the foundation for others to succeed, we want to hear from you. At least five years of key leadership experience in facilities management and transportation. A Bachelor's degree in Business and/or Facilities Management preferred or equivalent experience with leading skilled trades. Skilled trades or construction licensure/certification highly preferred. CDL/chauffeurs license preferred. Practical experience in the following skilled trades: Electrical, plumbing, construction, carpentry and heating and cooling systems. Understand the technical aspects of the campus, support day-to-day business operations, ensure efficient operation of facilities, mitigate risk and ensure that the facilities meet the needs of the school. Possess a sound knowledge in supply mediums (electricity, heating, cooling) including a comprehensive understanding of energy management. Knowledge of standard custodial practices, equipment and supplies. Demonstrated skills in planning, budgeting and project management. Demonstrated understanding of financial performance reports/budgets. Ability to read and understand procedures, instructions, safety rules and technical documents Ability to work in an indoor or outdoor environment with physical activity involved, including extensive walking, climbing vertical ladders and stairs, lifting and carrying weighted items. Ability to work independently. Must be available for emergency call in. Ability to use computerized maintenance systems and Microsoft Office products. Demonstrated knowledge of all relevant federal, state, county and city regulations. Proven time management skills and ability to consistently meet deadlines. Being punctual. Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships. Strong interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal); able to communicate information clearly and in a timely fashion. Strong organizational skills, broad knowledge of business functions, and project management experience. Critical thinking abilities required; ability to define problems and draw valid conclusions. Proven time management skills; ability to multi-task and consistently meet deadlines. Ability to establish and maintain confidential and professional working relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, parents, students, vendors and the general public. Willing to complete required Archdiocese of Detroit training. Willing to submit to drug testing, fingerprinting and a criminal background check. How to Apply Interested candidates should send a professional cover letter and resume to Catholic Central's Human Resources Team at HR@catholiccentral.net .