Director of Facilities Management

Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, part of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking a
Director of Facilities Management
to lead a pivotal role in ensuring our facility's infrastructure and environment of care meet the highest standards. The Director is responsible for the leadership, vision, strategic planning, transformation, organization development and integration of hospital services and programs as they relate to the function of facilities, maintenance, and capital planning. You will exercise strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams to support the hospital's mission and goals, while overseeing the management of critical areas including Environmental Services, Engineering and Power Plant, and Maintenance of Grounds.

This position presents a unique opportunity to manage and coordinate the significant relocation of a Massachusetts Public Health Hospital to the East Newton Pavilion, working closely with various state agencies. You will be integral in the planning and construction phases, ensuring that the facility meets accreditation and certification standards. Additionally, the Director will assess and recommend improvements to organizational structures and maintain a 24/7 on-call schedule to address any emergencies. This role offers professional growth and the chance to make a substantial impact on the hospital's future.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Manage and coordinate the East Newton Pavilion relocation project, collaborating with multiple agencies.
• Oversee Environment of Care, ensuring safety, code compliance, and regulatory adherence mandated by TJC, CMS, NFPA, EPA, DEP, OSHA, and other regulatory entities.
• Supervise Environmental Services, including housekeeping operations, infectious waste control, and the processing and delivery of patient laundry and linens.
• Maintain the high-pressure power plant, auxiliary backup generators, and satellite boilers on campus.
• Conduct thorough facility assessments to understand layout, capacity, equipment, and current practices.
• Develop procedures for regular maintenance and operations to ensure optimal functioning and longevity of facilities and equipment.
• Introduce and enforce environmental sustainability policies, including waste management, energy conservation, and water usage.
• Create and implement detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for daily operations, including cleaning protocols, waste disposal, and equipment maintenance.
• Implement training programs for staff on new policies and procedures, ensuring comprehensive understanding and preparedness.
• Utilize facility management software to efficiently track and manage maintenance activities.
• Conduct contract negotiations, oversee bidding processes, and function as Project Manager for Chapter 149 non-capital construction projects.
• Identify and implement capital and equipment plans to maintain the environment of care, supporting modernization and renovation efforts within patient care areas.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive hospital facility management experience with direct hospital maintenance.
• In-depth knowledge of accreditation and certification compliance programs, including TJC, NFPA, CDC, CMS, and Massachusetts Building Code Regulations.
• Proficiency in state financial, operating, and bidding regulations (C. 149 and C. 30 39M).
• Strong ability to manage, plan, and oversee building management processes and computer-based systems for centralized monitoring and control.
• Proven capability to manage a diverse workforce and provide career development, fostering long-term learning and talent development.
• Ability to prioritize objectives, execute decisions quickly, and triage tasks with limited resources.
• Effective change management skills, with the ability to persuade, influence, and gain buy-in from others.
• Experience in contract negotiations, developing RFRs and RFPs, and supervising the bidding process.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain professional relationships, interact with multiple agencies, and manage emergency situations.
• Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) and Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO) designations preferred.
• Massachusetts Construction Supervisor's License (CSL) preferred.

About the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital:

Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a fully Joint Commission accredited teaching facility that provides acute, subacute, and ambulatory care to patients referred by public agencies and private sector providers. Shattuck Hospital's services help economically and socially disadvantaged patients to get high quality, cost-effective care from a staff that respects their dignity.

Located in the heart of Boston's Jamaica Plain neighborhood, the Shattuck Hospital includes 248 inpatient beds including 95 Psychiatric beds and 29 Correctional Health beds. In addition, the Shattuck has a full outpatient clinic with many specialties that offers treatment to patients of the Department of Mental Health as well as Department of Correction and House of Correction inmates and community patients.

The Shattuck hospital is on the forefront of substance use disorder treatment including a Suboxone clinic serving 200 patients.

In addition to direct medical services LSH hosts and supports an array of services located on the campus, serving patients struggling with addictions and homelessness.

Learn more about Shattuck Hospital:

2024 Relocation information:

Pre-Hire Process:

A tax & background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Human Resources Division prior to the candidate being hired.

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

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Qualifications

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.

II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.

IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR "Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.