About us:
When you join the Arrowleaf team, you are committing to a meaningful career where your work will make a difference for your neighbors throughout Southern Illinois and strengthen our region as a whole. You’ll have a chance to build well-being not just for the people you work with, but for yourself as well, as you gain life-changing experiences, enjoy highly competitive benefits, and experience unmatched opportunities for advancement.
Mission: Arrowleaf’s mission is to help all Southern Illinoisans reach their full potential. We provide resources and opportunities that support individuals of all ages so they can thrive, make our communities more vibrant, and build economic prosperity that benefits everyone.
Vision: We envision a Southern Illinois where all individuals are contributing to a community that is safe and vibrant for everyone.
Visit our website: myarrowleaf.org/employment to learn more about Arrowleaf
Job Title: Director of Facilities & Fleet Operations
Home Office: Garden Apartments - Anna (GAA) or Garden Apartments- Vienna (GAV) with travel to all Arrowleaf sites.
Area of Focus: Administrative
Immediate Supervisor: Chief Executive Officer - Sherrie Crabb
Supervises: Maintenance Leads, Fleet & Maintenance Specialists, and related staff
Hours of Work: Full-time 40 hour/week
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management or related field is preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in facilities, maintenance, or operations. Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience. Demonstrated experience with budget management and project oversight. Strong proficiency with computer systems and software for tracking, communication, and reporting.
Skills & Knowledge: Strong leadership and accountability management; proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational software systems; strong organizational skills, documentation, and note-taking ability; excellent communication and follow-up. Knowledge of building systems and general carpentry principles; working knowledge of fleet operations and vehicle maintenance; ability to manage projects from planning through completion; strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Special Requirements: Must be available for after-hours, weekend, and emergency response; must be 21 years of age or older; ability to regularly travel to all agency sites when appropriate; must complete and maintain the required registry clearance and criminal fingerprint background checks; maintain First aid & CPR certification; must have a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle liability insurance.
Leadership & Role Expectations: This is a management level position responsible for leading staff in the maintenance department. The Director of Facilities & Fleet Operations is responsible for overseeing all maintenance, facilities, and fleet operations across Arrowleaf’s service area. This role ensures that all buildings, grounds, and vehicles are safe, functional, and well-maintained through strong leadership, preventative maintenance systems, and effective project execution. This position requires strong organizational, communication, and technical skills, including the ability to effectively use software systems to track work, manage projects, communicate with leadership, and oversee budgets. The Director serves as an on-call resource for facility and fleet-related emergencies and works in close collaboration with the Chief Safety, Security & Risk Officer to ensure all environments meet safety and compliance standards.
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Facilities & Maintenance Operations
Oversee all agency facilities, grounds, and physical plant operations
Ensure all environments are safe, clean, functional, and compliant
Maintain systems for routine and preventative maintenance
Staff Leadership & Accountability
Supervise and support maintenance team members and site leads
Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards
Coordinate workload across all locations
Communication, Documentation & Follow-Up
Maintain clear and consistent communication with leadership and program staff
Ensure timely follow-up on maintenance requests and projects
Maintain organized documentation, notes, and tracking systems
Provide regular updates to the Chief Executive Officer
Technology & Systems Management
Utilize software systems to track work orders, maintenance requests, and project progress
Maintain accurate digital records for facilities and fleet operations
Use data to improve efficiency, response times, and accountability
Preventative Maintenance Systems
Project & Capital Improvement Management
Plan and oversee facility and capital improvement projects
Coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal teams
Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
Fleet Operations
Oversee agency vehicle fleet management
Ensure vehicles are properly maintained, inspected, and compliant
Budget & Resource Management
Develop and manage facility and fleet budgets
Monitor expenses and ensure cost-effective decision-making
Determine when work should be completed internally vs. contracted externally
Safety & Compliance Partnership
Partner with the Chief Safety, Security & Risk Officer to ensure timely correction of identified safety risks
Support compliance with safety and emergency preparedness standards
Emergency Response & On-Call Support
Serve as on-call support for facility and fleet emergencies
Respond to issues impacting safety, operations, or service delivery
Benefit Package
Professional & upward mobility opportunities
A family-oriented atmosphere
Health, vision and dental insurance option
Dental, vision and health available after 1st day of the month after 60 calendar days of employment
Up to $50,000 life insurance policy
Travel reimbursement
Up to 368 hours of paid time off just within your first year of employment! Includes 13 paid holidays, up to 40 hours of personal time, 12 sick days, 40 hours bereavement leave, 12 vacation days (6 month probation period), and 8 hours volunteer paid time off per year.
Additional opportunities for compensation are available above starting salary!
Salary Range: $54,284 - $68,069 (pay is dependent on education level and credentials).
- This is a management level position
Questions? visit myarrowleaf.org/employment or call 618-658-3079 to learn more!
Arrowleaf is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Arrowleaf will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources.
Arrowleaf is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws regarding it. EEO is a set of standards that make it illegal to discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information (including family history), order of protection status, or military status or unfavorable discharge from military service. The laws apply to all types of work situations, including recruiting, hiring, disciplinary actions, terminations, promotions, pay practices, training, wages, and benefits.
