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The Out-of-Door Academy is seeking a highly skilled and energetic Assistant Director of Facilities to join our Maintenance & Grounds team supporting three dynamic campuses in Sarasota, FL. This is an excellent opportunity for a facilities professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys solving problems, and wants to make a direct impact on the daily experience of students and educators.

Responsibilities - Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Assistant Director of Facilities will:

• Support the Director in the overall leadership and management of facilities operations, maintenance, and improvement across three campuses.
• Help ensure all buildings and grounds are safe, well-maintained, efficient, and aligned with the school’s educational mission.
• Oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, including scheduling, task prioritization, and staff supervision.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance programs, manage small- to mid- scale renovation and capital projects, and assist with vendor oversight and regulatory compliance.
• Provide strong customer service to educators, students, and parents, ensuring timely response and follow-through.
• Live the school’s mission and core values of respect, integrity, service, excellence, and responsibility.

Qualifications - The following experience, skills & knowledge are required and/or preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, construction management, engineering, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of facilities or operations management experience, ideally in a multi-site or institutional environment.
• Solid working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), life safety requirements, and preventive maintenance best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational ability with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines across
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and customer-service skills.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (e.g., SchoolDude, FMX) preferred.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (Google Workspace or MS Office) required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Certification in CPR/AED/First Aid/OSHA required (training will be provided if needed).

Compensation and Benefits

This is a 12-month full-time exempt position available January 2026. Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

At Out-of-Door, we value a diverse workforce. Applicants of any race, creed, physical ability, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation or national origin are encouraged to apply. Once an offer is accepted, the position will require the successful completion of a national background screening and drug testing. 

About The Out of Door Academy of Sarasota

At The Out-of-Door Academy, we don’t just educate; we inspire. An independent school located across three beautiful campuses in Sarasota, Florida, we serve over 860 students from Pre-K to 12th grade, providing an exceptional education rooted in discovery, growth, and transformation. Our vibrant, supportive community nurtures creativity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. This is more than a school—it’s a place where dreams take shape, talents shine, and possibilities flourish. By fostering curiosity and collaboration at every grade level, ODA shapes thinkers, creators, and change-makers who are equipped to lead and contribute meaningfully to their communities and beyond. Our innovative curriculum emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning, empowering students to become lifelong learners. We offer a well-balanced blend of academics, athletics, and the arts, allowing students to pursue their passions while gaining fundamental life skills. Founded in 1924, The Out-of-Door Academy is the second oldest private school in Florida. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our rigorous academic programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and a dedicated faculty of caring profession...als who are experts in their fields. We believe in preparing students not just for college, but for a lifetime of success and impact in an ever-changing world. We invite you to join our community and experience the Out-of-Door difference for yourself.

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