Independent Schools of Saint Louis

Director of Facilities Nerinx Hall

Job Title: Director of Facilities
Position Type: Full-Time, 12-Month, Exempt

Position Summary
The Director of Facilities leads a department with the mission of delivering a campus that is clean, functional, appealing and prepared to serve our students, faculty, families and alumnae during school and at a variety of events. 

Campus Operations & Facilities Management

  • Oversee daily operation and maintenance of all school facilities, grounds, and equipment.
  • Ensure campus grounds and facilities are prepared for daily operations, special events, athletics, and emergencies.
  • Monitor maintenance schedules, cleanliness standards, and work order system.
  • Manage building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, etc.) to ensure proper function and code compliance. Coordinate routine inspections and proactively communicate issues.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive facilities management plan that supports the school’s mission, growth, and sustainability goals.
  • Support capital project planning and execution, including renovations, new construction, and deferred maintenance.

Team Leadership 

  • Supervise full-time custodial and maintenance staff, including scheduling, task delegation, and performance management.
  • Manage evening custodial contract staff. 
  • Provide hands-on support to meet cleaning and maintenance standards as necessary.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, safety, professionalism, and mission-driven service.
  • Oversee vendor relationships, service contracts, and construction teams.

Event Support

  • Coordinate and assist with the set-up, breakdown, and logistical support for school events, liturgies, assemblies, and extracurricular activities.
  • Ensure spaces are clean, safe, and properly configured for community use.

Vendor & Contractor Coordination

  • Maintain positive vendor relationships and oversee service contracts.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts for cleaning services, landscaping, HVAC maintenance, fire services, elevator maintenance and other facilities-related services.
  • Manage contracts for cleaning services, landscaping, HVAC maintenance, and other facilities-related services.
  • Oversee on-site work to ensure quality, timelines, and safety protocols are maintained.

Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, health codes, and legal standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, service logs, and facility-related documentation.
  • Coordibate emergency response efforts related to facilities, including weather-related issues or infrastructure failures.

Budget & Planning

  • Collaborate to develop and lead management of department budget.
  • Recommend capital improvements and long-term planning strategies to support campus stewardship.

Send resume and letter of interest by January 5, 2026 to Patrick Walsh at pwalsh@nerinxhs.org
Electronic submissions only.