ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR OF FACILITIES in BRONX, New York at Bronx Charter School For The Arts

NewSalary: $66000 - $74000Employment Type: Full-TimeExperience Level: NoneMinimum Education: None
Bronx Charter School For The Arts
BRONX, New York, 10474, United States
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Job Description

Position Description: Location: Bronx, New York
Position Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Position
Reports To: Executive Director
Start Date: January 2027

Position Overview
Bronx Charter School for the Arts (Bronx Arts) is seeking a hands-on, dependable, and motivated Assistant Supervisor of Facilities to help maintain safe, clean, and welcoming spaces for our students, staff, and families.

This position is designed as a leadership pathway. From January through June 2027, the Assistant Supervisor of Facilities will work closely with the current head of facilities, learning the buildings, systems, schedules, vendors, and daily operations. Beginning in July 2027, the Assistant Supervisor of Facilities is expected to transition into the head of facilities role, with responsibility for leading the facilities team and overseeing school facilities operations.

The ideal candidate has experience maintaining buildings, takes pride in solving problems, and is ready to learn and grow into a leadership role. At Bronx Arts, we believe our physical spaces play an important part in creating a community where children can think boldly, create fearlessly, and rise with purpose.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Operations and Maintenance
  • Open the school building daily, ensuring all interior and exterior areas are clean, safe, and ready to welcome students and staff.
  • Coordinate with the cleaning company to ensure proper cleaning, maintenance of cleanliness standards, and secure building closure.
  • Conduct regular building walkthroughs to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and necessary repairs.
  • Perform or coordinate routine repairs, including painting, doors, locks, furniture, lighting, and general building maintenance.
  • Monitor building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and security equipment.
  • Respond promptly to maintenance requests and maintain preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Maintain adequate inventory of cleaning supplies and essential facility materials.
  • Coordinate snow and ice removal, weather-related preparations, and seasonal building maintenance.
  • Support required school safety drills and emergency preparedness procedures.
  • Work closely with project managers, contractors, and vendors on repairs, inspections, and capital improvement projects.
  • Assist with classroom setups, school events, deliveries, and other operational needs.
  • Respond to urgent facility needs, including occasional early morning, evening, or weekend emergencies.
Training and Leadership Development: January–June 2027
  • Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., with occasional early morning, evening, or weekend availability as needed for emergencies or special school events.
  • Work alongside the current head of facilities to learn the day-to-day operations of Bronx Arts facilities.
  • Become familiar with building systems, equipment, maintenance schedules, service contracts, and emergency procedures.
  • Learn how to manage maintenance requests, prioritize repairs, and maintain facilities records.
  • Participate in coordinating inspections, reviewing building documentation, and tracking required maintenance and certifications.
  • Build relationships with custodial and maintenance staff, school leaders, contractors, vendors, and other partners.
  • Learn how facilities purchases, invoices, and budgets are managed.
  • Gradually take on increasing responsibility for coordinating projects, supervising staff, and communicating with school leadership.
  • Participate in identified training and obtain any certifications required for the role.
Career Growth and Advancement Opportunity
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop the skills and experience necessary to transition into a supervisory role. Following an initial transitional period, School leadership will conduct a formal performance evaluation to assess readiness for advancement, including job performance, leadership potential, accountability, and overall suitability for a supervisory position.

Advancement is not guaranteed and will be contingent upon a satisfactory performance evaluation, demonstrated readiness for supervisory responsibilities, Executive Director approval, organizational needs, and available budgetary resources. In the event of promotion to a supervisory role, compensation will be reevaluated and may be adjusted to reflect the increased responsibilities and expectations associated with the position, subject to budgetary constraints and Executive Director approval. Any change in title, responsibilities, or compensation will be communicated to the employee upon formal approval of the promotion.

Potential Transition to Head of Facilities: Beginning July 2027
Subject to successful completion of the transitional training period, a satisfactory performance evaluation, demonstrated readiness to assume supervisory responsibilities, management approval, organizational needs, and available budgetary resources, the employee may be considered for advancement to the role of Head of Facilities, with a potential transition date of July 2027.

If the advancement is approved, the employee will assume responsibility for leading facilities operations, including the following duties:
  • Supervising and supporting facilities and custodial staff, including assigning work, setting expectations, and following up on completion.
  • Overseeing daily building operations, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
  • Coordinating with vendors and contractors and monitoring the quality and completion of their work.
  • Working with school leadership to prioritize facilities projects and address building needs.
  • Helping develop and manage the facilities budget and reviewing purchases and invoices in accordance with school procedures.
  • Maintaining organized records of inspections, repairs, service contracts, warranties, and required certifications.
  • Coordinating required inspections and supporting compliance with applicable building, health, and safety requirements.
  • Responding to facilities emergencies and coordinating appropriate follow-up.
  • Communicating regularly with school leadership about building conditions, projects, and emerging concerns.

Qualifications
  • Experience in building maintenance, facilities operations, custodial services, or a related field.
  • Working knowledge of general building maintenance and familiarity with systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety.
  • Ability to perform routine maintenance and recognize when a licensed professional or outside vendor is needed.
  • Interest in developing leadership skills and supervising a team.
  • Strong organization, problem-solving, and follow-through.
  • Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with staff, school leaders, vendors, and families.
  • Basic computer skills and willingness to learn systems used for maintenance requests, purchasing, and recordkeeping.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond calmly to unexpected situations.
  • Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends and respond to facilities emergencies when necessary.
  • Ability to meet applicable background clearance requirements and obtain any required job-related certifications.
  • Experience working in a school or other environment serving children is a plus.
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding, hands-on position. The Assistant Supervisor of Facilities must be able to perform the essential physical duties of the job, including:
  • Moving throughout school buildings to inspect spaces, respond to maintenance needs, and monitor building systems.
  • Standing and walking for extended periods.
  • Bending, kneeling, reaching, and working in confined spaces when necessary.
  • Using tools and equipment to perform routine maintenance and repairs.
  • Climbing ladders and working at heights when required.
  • Lifting, carrying, and moving supplies, equipment, furniture, and other materials needed for school operations.
  • Responding to urgent building and facilities needs.

Addition to Qualifications
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, with the ability to communicate with staff, families, vendors, and other members of the school community.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $66,000 to $74,000 annually

Benefits:
  • 403(b) retirement plan, with up to 3% employer match after one year of service
  • Health Insurance, with free options available for self and children
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account

Bronx Arts is an equal opportunity employer. Bronx Arts does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

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