Assistant/Associate Director of Facilities and Grounds
Newark Academy · Livingston, NJ
Posted 8 days ago · $75,000 - $85,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 8 days Newark Academy's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 57% of Newark Academy's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Newark Academy
- high 6 stale, 0 reposted of 7 open
- Hiring momentum
- 7 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Newark Academy's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Newark Academy.
About this role
The Assistant/Associate Director of Facilities and Grounds is responsible for managing campus operations to ensure a safe and well-maintained environment for the school community. This role involves overseeing facilities and grounds maintenance, coordinating operational processes, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The position also includes supervising staff and responding to emergencies as needed.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Newark Academy as an employer.
What you need
- Minimum 5-8 years of experience in facilities management, operations, or related supervisory roles, preferably in an educational or institutional setting
- Demonstrated mechanical knowledge of building systems and equipment, including familiarity with safety codes and operational regulations
- Working knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing and building maintenance systems
- Strong organizational, project management, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
- Experience managing vendors, operational processes and facility projects
Nice to have
- Experience working in an independent or private school environment
- Familiarity with facilities management systems or CMMS software
- Knowledge of safety regulations, emergency preparedness procedures and campus operational planning
What you get
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Retirement
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
Worth weighing
- Salary range $75,000 - $85,000, dependent on education and experience
- Role may require responding to after hours emergencies
- Physical demands include outdoor work in varying weather conditions
Summarised from Newark Academy's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Newark Academy on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.