Job Title: Director of Facilities
Job Status: 12-month, Full-Time
Reports to: Director of Finance & Operations (DFO)
Start Date: September 2026
Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000
About Tower School:
Tower School is an independent day school in Marblehead, Massachusetts, teaching approximately 300 students in Beginners through grade eight. Through hands on curriculum that reinforces classroom learning and elevates critical thinking ability we promote academic achievement by nurturing collaborative learning relationships and providing opportunities for students to identify themselves as innovators, leaders and contributors. Our faculty and staff share this commitment to academic excellence and promote both critical and creative thinking. Tower graduates are articulate, kind, confident, self-motivated learners with the skills for academic and personal achievement throughout their lives.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Director of Facilities to oversee the operation, maintenance, and improvement of the school’s buildings, grounds, vehicles, and physical infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a team- oriented professional who enjoys working in an environment centered on education and children. Individuals should be hardworking, organized, service-oriented, and well versed in technology, with experience in the care and maintenance of buildings and grounds and the ability to ensure that all campus facilities are safe, efficient, and well-maintained year-round.
Job Requirements:
● Day-to-day maintenance and repair of the facility
● Prepare and supervise preventative maintenance schedules
● Assure that grounds/landscape are kept in good condition at all times. (This includes snow
and ice removal as well as tree & lawn care, nutrient applications & irrigation knowledge)
● Certified Pool Operator certification required
● Support all school events when maintenance assistance is requested.
● Maintain all school vehicles and maintenance equipment.
● Present to the Board of Trustees on request
Perform the following duties in conjunction with the above:
● Supervise the Maintenance staff
● Assist in the hiring of permanent staff when necessary
● Obtain temporary help when needed and approved by Director of Finance & Operations
● Plan and manage staff workload, assuring employees perform duties and work allotted hours
● Balance internal/external staffing of all maintenance tasks
● Serve as onsite/on call person during school’s off hours
● Negotiate with vendors to obtain best prices for supplies and services
● Act as the school’s Fire Marshall and Chief Safety Officer
● Ensure all safety equipment is in working order including extinguishers, smoke detectors,
alarms, panic bars, ladders, exit signs and emergency lighting
● Work with the Director of Finance & Operations and Head of School to coordinate fire drills and other safety drills as needed.
● Conduct fire and safety inspections in conjunction with the local town authorities to file
appropriate reports
● Maintain records of all maintenance activity per the required records retention schedule
● Maintain Historical Building and Grounds Information for major renovations and installations; e.g. roofs, boilers, etc.
● Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, or a related field preferred;
equivalent professional experience in facilities or plant operations will also be considered
● 5–7 years of experience in facilities or plant operations (educational or institutional setting
preferred)
● Certified pool operator certification highly desirable
● Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience along with ability work in partnership across an organization
● Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills • High level of
conscientiousness and sense of ownership
● Computer proficiency with a particular comfort in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Drive, etc.)
● Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to emergencies as needed while
maintaining a calm, professional, and discreet manner
Tower School is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community. We are an
equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We encourage candidates who share our commitment to equity and belonging to apply.
To Apply:
Tower is partnering with Big Back Pack on this search; please email your resume and cover letter to Tucker Hastings, tucker@bigbackpack.org
We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Thank you so much for your time and interest - we're very much looking forward to hearing from you!
