Assistant Director, Facilities and Security

ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!

Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.

Assistant Director, Facilities and Security

Reporting to the Building Director, the Assistant Director, Facilities and Security is responsible for ensuring effective property management and day-to-day operations at The Brook including all maintenance and security functions. The Assistant Building Director supervises the maintenance and security staff and is responsible for the implementation of standard operating procedures and safety measures; ensuring the building is a structurally safe and exceptionally clean environment, providing the highest quality of life for residents.  The Assistant Building Director plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the local community perceives the building in a very positive light.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure building compliance with all building, health, and fire safety codes 
• Assist in preparation of annual building wide inspections conducted by DHS, DOH, DOB, FDNY and other agencies
• Oversee heating and ventilation systems, plumbing, and all other building systems
• Collaborate with the Building Director, Assistant Directors Director, and social services partner to address specific resident issues and challenges
• Respond to summonses, violations or City complaints and design strategies and systems to reduce violations and summonses
• Supervise 24/7 operations staff, including the Maintenance Supervisor, Engineers, Housekeepers, and Security
• Supervise housekeeping inventory and the ordering of equipment supplies and materials
• Respond to tenant concerns about maintenance when necessary
• Work with outside vendors and resolve contract issues when they arise
• Ensure data is properly entered into maintenance connection and security database; and review and prepare reports as needed to effectively manage building operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 3-5 years in supervisory capacity in a large residential building
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams
• Ability to work with diverse population, including persons with mental illness and histories of homelessness
• Must have current S-12 Fire Sprinkler, S-13 Standpipe, and S-95 Fire Alarm Systems Certifications
• F-07 and W-07 Fitness for Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor Certifications are preferred 
• Fire Life Safety Director certificate preferred
• Training in security and fire safety preferred
• Required: On-call availability