Director of Facilities & Operations

Working under the direction of the Zoo Director, this position manages and oversees general operations for the Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden departments as designated.  Position is responsible for the oversight of the  Facilities, Horticulture, Guest Services Departments and Construction Projects assigned. 

• Aids the Zoo Director in formulating and administering organization policies in day to day operations.
• Participates in formulation, administration and development of long range goals and objectives.
• Directs and coordinates activities of departments for which responsibility is delegated to further attainment of goals and objectives.
• Oversees the Safety and Security functions of the zoo. Including the MPZ&BG safety committee and after hours security contractor.
• Reviews analyses of activities, costs, operations and forecast data to determine departmental progress toward stated goals and objectives.
• Confers with the Zoo Director and other administrative personnel to review achievements and discuss required changes in goals and objectives resulting from current status and conditions.
• Acts as liaison between the Zoo Director and all departments for which responsibility is designated. Communicates departmental needs to Zoo Director in a timely manner.
• Maintains effective and appropriate relationships with Board members, ad-hoc committees, volunteer groups, management, staff, general public and vendors.
• Directs, motivates, trains and evaluates the performance of direct report senior level managers in an effort to obtain the goals and objectives of the organization.
• Collects and interprets financial, economic and statistical data for budget preparation and purposes.
• Manages capital projects and new exhibit construction including project budgets and timelines.
• May perform the duties of Zoo Director during absence or when directed to do so for an interim period of time.
• Participates in activities as directed and in relation to Evansville Zoological Society Board needs and other events that dictates such level of involvement.
• Participates at the zoo advisory and parks board meetings.
• Participates in city council meetings as required.
• Represents the organization at various community and business functions and act as a "Zoo Ambassador".
• Collaborates with all government agencies as required. Performs fundraising duties as required.
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism standards at all times.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Experience Required

•  5+ years of experience managing facilities and operations of an organization.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, Plumbing and filtration, Electrical and mechanical and project management.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact with the public and media as required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to use good judgment and tact. o Excellent organizational skills (oral and written) and the ability to excel at details, multi-tasking and working under pressure.

Perks

• https://www.evansvillegov.org/city/topic/index.php?topicid=53&structureid=17

Salary

• Based on Experience