Director of Facilities Management

MORRISTOWN, NJPosted 22 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from The Seeing Eye

• Job overview

  The Director of Facilities Management at The Seeing Eye oversees strategic planning, maintenance, and daily operations of all campus facilities to ensure a safe and inclusive environment.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves supervising maintenance, managing construction projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing safety and security, managing budgets, and directing food services and housekeeping.

• Experience and skills

  Requires a BS in Engineering or Architecture, at least 10 years in Facilities Management or Construction, 3 years in leadership, and 5+ years in Project Management.

• Company information

  The Seeing Eye is the oldest organization dedicated to training guide dogs for the blind, operating multiple facilities including campuses and rental properties.

• Job location and travel

  The job involves managing multiple locations including Washington Valley Road Campus, Chester Breeding Station, and Downtown Training Center in Morristown, NJ.

• Application process

  Applicants must apply via the provided ADP recruitment link.

• Unique job features

  The role includes unique responsibilities such as overseeing guide dog training facilities and managing diverse real estate assets.

Company overview

The Seeing Eye is a nonprofit organization based in Morristown, New Jersey, dedicated to breeding, raising, and training guide dogs for people who are blind or visually impaired. Founded in 1929, it is recognized as the oldest guide dog school in the United States and has played a pioneering role in establishing standards for guide dog training and handler instruction. The organization generates revenue primarily through donations, bequests, and fundraising events, as it provides its services to clients for a nominal fee. The Seeing Eye maintains its own breeding program and campus, emphasizing both the welfare of its dogs and the independence of its graduates. Candidates should be aware of its longstanding commitment to accessibility, innovation in training methods, and its influential role in shaping guide dog programs worldwide.

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