Director of Facilities, Transportation and Grounds/co-Director of Safety

- Position Type:
Administration (Operations)/Director/Manager - Date Posted:
10/22/2026 - Location:
Pocahontas County Schools - Closing Date:
11/04/2026 - County:
Pocahontas County Schools Master's degree in administration (preferred)
Hold a valid West Virginia administrative certificate (required)
Minimum of three years administrative experience within a senior management position; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Experience in plant operations, maintenance, energy management and construction or related field experience
Broad knowledge of the school system's operations
Broad knowledge of school transportation law and policy
CDL's with school bus endorsement or must complete training within the first year of employment
Extensive experience with and knowledge of computers
Criminal background check per WV Code?§18A-5-15c and/or?§18A-3-10, as appropriate
Applicants with recent unsatisfactory evaluations, documented performance deficiencies, or a history of unsatisfactory job performance will not be considered eligible for consideration.
Applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration
Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration.
Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration.
Work with the Superintendent and Board of Education to prioritize district facility, grounds, transportation, and safety needs.
Develop and implement short-range and long-range operational plans for facilities, grounds, transportation, equipment replacement, and safety improvements.
Assist in preparing and administering annual department budgets and long-range capital improvement plans.
Develop and coordinate staff training, continuing education, and safety programs.
Attend local, state, and national training and professional development activities.
Prepare required county, state, and federal reports.
Maintain professional work habits and positive public relations.
Perform other duties assigned by the Superintendent.
Supervise, observe, and evaluate professional and service personnel in accordance with WVBE Policies 5310 and 5314 and W. Va. Code §18A-2-12; recognize effective performance, address deficiencies through documented feedback and improvement plans, and implement progressive discipline and corrective action in a fair, consistent, and legally compliant manner.
Demonstrate visionary leadership by developing, communicating, and implementing a shared vision focused on student achievement, continuous improvement, and organizational effectiveness.
Foster a positive school and work environment that promotes high expectations, effective communication, collaboration, accountability, and strong relationships among staff, students, families, and community stakeholders.
Utilize data, evidence-based practices, and strategic planning to monitor performance, improve instructional outcomes, and support county and school goals.
Provide leadership in personnel supervision, evaluation, coaching, and professional growth, ensuring employees receive meaningful feedback and support for continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, WVBE policies, county policies, and ethical standards while maintaining a focus on equity, transparency, and sound decision-making.
Lead organizational operations and resource management to ensure efficient, effective, and student-centered use of personnel, fiscal resources, facilities, and programs.
Complete all reports in a timely fashion
Ability to read and apply all the elements and provisions of purchasing policies
Plan, coordinate, and supervise all maintenance and custodial operations.
Establish and maintain a preventative maintenance and energy management program.
Inspect district buildings and facilities on a regular basis to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and capital improvement priorities.
Supervise maintenance and custodial personnel and conduct performance evaluations.
Advertise, interview, and recommend candidates to fill vacancies within assigned departments.
Maintain departmental records including work orders, invoices, requisitions, purchase orders, contracted services, time sheets, and related documentation.
Manage environmental services and regulatory compliance throughout the district.
Inventory equipment, supplies, and materials used in facilities operations.
Assist in developing administrative procedures and operational guidelines.
Serve as the district's chief advisor regarding facility improvements, renovations, construction projects, and maintenance operations.
Prepare bid specifications and coordinate purchasing processes in accordance with county and state requirements.
Develop cost estimates and project analyses for operational and capital projects.
Direct and supervise all district grounds operations, including landscaping, mowing, snow and ice removal, drainage improvements, athletic field maintenance, parking lots, sidewalks, and outdoor facilities.
Develop and implement long-range grounds maintenance and improvement plans.
Inspect school grounds regularly for maintenance, accessibility, environmental, and safety concerns.
Coordinate contracted grounds services and monitor vendor performance.
Manage grounds maintenance equipment and replacement schedules.
Ensure safe conditions on all district grounds and outdoor facilities.
Coordinate the planning and implementation of construction, renovation, and modernization projects.
Assist with selecting architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors.
Ensure projects comply with WVDE requirements, SBA regulations, building codes, and applicable laws.
Monitor construction projects for compliance with plans, specifications, schedules, and budgets.
Coordinate inspections and required compliance reporting.
Serve as liaison to the School Building Authority and other governmental agencies.
Assist in the development and implementation of the district's Comprehensive Educational Facilities Plan.
Provide leadership and supervision of the district transportation department.
Supervise and evaluate bus operators, mechanics, transportation aides, and other transportation personnel.
Develop and maintain safe, efficient transportation services for students and staff.
Manage transportation budgets and expenditures in collaboration with the Superintendent and Chief Financial Officer.
Coordinate certification, training, and professional development of transportation personnel.
Oversee routing, bus stop reviews, route modifications, and transportation assignments.
Manage transportation services for field trips, athletic events, and extracurricular activities.
Investigate hazardous road conditions and make recommendations regarding transportation safety.
Ensure all buses receive required inspections and maintenance.
Develop and maintain bus replacement schedules and fleet management plans.
Investigate transportation accidents and complete required reports.
Oversee GPS systems, cameras, radio communications, and transportation technology systems.
Remain on call for emergency transportation situations.
Serve as Co-Director of Safety and assist with the implementation and oversight of districtwide school safety programs.
Coordinate the development, review, and annual updating of Comprehensive School Safety Plans and Emergency Response Plans.
Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency management agencies, first responders, and community partners.
Coordinate required safety drills, emergency exercises, and crisis response training.
Assist in managing district emergency response activities and crisis situations.
Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local health and safety requirements.
Coordinate staff safety training and professional development.
Review safety-related incidents, trends, and data to recommend corrective actions.
Oversee violence prevention, threat assessment, school climate, and anti-bullying initiatives.
Ensure all schools maintain current emergency response documentation and required safety records.
Communicate effectively with administrators, staff, students, parents, community members, and governmental agencies.
Prepare reports, presentations, correspondence, and recommendations consistent with assigned responsibilities.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
Present information and respond
Supervise, observe, and evaluate professional and service personnel in accordance with WVBE Policies 5310 and 5314 and W. Va. Code §18A-2-12; recognize effective performance, address deficiencies through documented feedback and improvement plans, and implement progressive discipline and corrective action in a fair, consistent, and legally compliant manner.
Demonstrate visionary leadership by developing, communicating, and implementing a shared vision focused on student achievement, continuous improvement, and organizational effectiveness.
Foster a positive school and work environment that promotes high expectations, effective communication, collaboration, accountability, and strong relationships among staff, students, families, and community stakeholders.
Utilize data, evidence-based practices, and strategic planning to monitor performance, improve instructional outcomes, and support county and school goals.
Provide leadership in personnel supervision, evaluation, coaching, and professional growth, ensuring employees receive meaningful feedback and support for continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, WVBE policies, county policies, and ethical standards while maintaining a focus on equity, transparency, and sound decision-making.
Lead organizational operations and resource management to ensure efficient, effective, and student-centered use of personnel, fiscal resources, facilities, and programs.
Complete all reports in a timely fashion
Ability to read and apply all the elements and provisions of purchasing policies
| Director of Facilities, Transportation and Grounds/co-Director of Safety | JobID: 75798 |
POSITION: Director of Facilities, Transportation and Grounds/Co-Director of Safety
LOCATION: Pocahontas County Schools
REPORT TO WORK LOCATION: Central Office
EVALUATION: Evaluations conducted as defined in West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5310 and PCBOE Policy 3220
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
CONTRACT: 261-day contract
SALARY: Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule. See pocahontascountyschoolswv.sites.thrillshare.com?for pay scales and benefits information.
Term of Employment: Upon Board approval, employment shall begin on December 1, 2026, and continue through the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year. Thereafter, the position shall be assigned a 261-day term of employment.
QUALIFICATIONS
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Director of Facilities, Transportation, and Grounds/Co-Director of Safety serves as the district administrator responsible for the leadership, management, coordination, and supervision of all facilities, maintenance, custodial, grounds, transportation, environmental, and school safety operations for Pocahontas County Schools.
The Director works closely with the Superintendent, Board of Education, school administrators, service personnel, public safety agencies, contractors, and governmental entities to ensure that district facilities, grounds, transportation systems, and safety programs operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
As Co-Director of Safety, the position assists in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating districtwide safety initiatives, emergency preparedness plans, crisis response procedures, and school climate programs designed to provide safe and secure learning and working environments for students and staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Administration
Leadership Expectation Supervision and Procurement
Facilities, Maintenance, and Custodial Operations
Grounds Operations
Construction and Capital Projects
Transportation Operations
Safety and Emergency Management
Communication and Community Relations
Leadership Expectation Supervision and Procurement
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.?While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may?frequently lift and/or move at least 50 pounds?of materials.?Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.
WORK?ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most commonly, the setting is indoors. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.
The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.
TO APPLY:
Pocahontas County Schools only accepts bids electronically for all jobs.? However, if you need assistance with your application, please contact the Pocahontas County Schools Board of Education office at (304) 799-4505.? You may apply online directly from the WVDE website, or from our district website at?https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/employment.? To be considered for any position, bids must be submitted by the bid closing time on the last day of the posting for the desired position.? All bids are posted a minimum of five business days.?
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pocahontas County Schools will grant equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, or handicap, and there will be no discrimination based on these factors in the salary, promotion, demotion, or termination of any employee.? Any?discrimination concerns?should be directed in writing to the Personnel Director, Pocahontas County Schools, 404 Old Buckeye Rd, Buckeye, WV 24924.?