Facilities Manager

The Facilities Manager for the DeKalb Campus is responsible for the daily operations, maintenance, and facility readiness of Change Church’s central campus. This role ensures that the DeKalb Campus remains clean, safe, and fully operational to support Sunday services, midweek activities, and special events. The Facilities Manager provides hands-on supervision, actively participates in maintenance work, and collaborates with central operations to ensure alignment and excellence across all facilities processes.

Character Traits

• Integrity & Stewardship – Upholds high ethical standards and ensures responsible management of church resources.
• Servant Leadership – Approaches the role with a heart for service, ensuring the facility supports ministry needs effectively.
• Reliability & Accountability – Takes ownership of facility operations and consistently meets expectations with excellence.
• Detail-Oriented & Organized – Manages multiple projects efficiently, ensuring all aspects of facility upkeep are addressed.
• Adaptable & Flexible – Navigates last-minute changes, urgent repairs, and dynamic church needs with ease.
• Humble & Teachable – Open to feedback, willing to learn new methods, and committed to continuous improvement.

Core Competencies

• Facilities Management & Maintenance – Ensures the church’s buildings and grounds are well-maintained, clean, and operational.
• Project Oversight – Manages construction, renovations, and special projects, coordinating with architects, contractors, and vendors.
• Budget & Resource Stewardship – Oversees facilities budgets, vendor contracts, and cost-effective maintenance solutions.
• Safety & Compliance – Ensures adherence to OSHA regulations, fire codes, and risk management policies to maintain a safe environment.
• Team Leadership & Development – Recruits, trains, and oversees facilities staff and volunteers to support church operations.
• Problem-Solving & Crisis Management – Quickly identifies and resolves facility-related issues, ensuring minimal disruptions to church activities.

Spiritual Responsibilities:

• Uncompromised commitment to Change Church's vision, values, core beliefs and statement of faith.
• Agree to be an active participant in Change Church's ministry.
• Be a born-again Christian who conducts affairs in accordance with the Bible and maintains a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures.
• Understand that in this role, you are a critical part of Change Church's mission to help change people's lives with the Gospel so that they can change the world, and that part of your responsibilities as a church employee includes being considered a spiritual leader in the church.
• Commit to pray for the first family, leadership, and membership of Change Church.
• Lead in generosity to the church through consistent giving of tithe and offerings.
• Champion, support, and advocate for the vision of the church.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Serve in excellence by being early and prepared for all scheduled meetings.
• Establish and foster an exemplary relationship with staff/non-staff workers, church membership, and the community at large.
• Demonstrate a servant’s heart by having a willingness to perform other duties as needs may arise.

Leadership and Oversight

• Lead, mentor, and manage the Lead Facilities Tech and teams to ensure excellence in their respective areas.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to support the church’s goals for facilities management.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across the facilities and operations teams.

Facilities Management

• Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and overall functionality of all church facilities and properties.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure compliance with safety, health, and accessibility standards.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures for efficient and effective facilities management.

Sunday Services and Special Events Support

• Coordinate all operational logistics for Sunday services, including parking lot operations, shuttle services, cleaning schedules, and facility readiness.
• Oversee setup and breakdown processes for services, meetings, and special events, ensuring smooth transitions and excellence in execution.
• Collaborate with ministry leaders and event organizers to align facility operations with the church’s mission and event objectives.

Project Management

• Plan and execute facility-related projects, including renovations, upgrades, and new installations.
• Develop project timelines, budgets, and milestones, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and within budget.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships to secure cost-effective, high-quality outcomes.

Budget and Resource Management

• Develop and manage the annual facilities budget, prioritizing cost-effective operations and stewardship of resources.
• Monitor expenditures and provide regular updates to church leadership on budget performance and resource utilization.
• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.

Compliance and Safety

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including fire codes, accessibility requirements, and health and safety standards.
• Develop and implement emergency preparedness plans, including evacuation procedures and safety training.
• Conduct regular drills and inspections to maintain a secure and safe environment.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Lead Facilities Tech

Pay Transparency: At Change Church we value transparency in compensation. Depending on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and work location the target annual salary for this position ranges from $70,000 to $80,000. Comprehensive benefits also includes but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA and 401(k).

Equal Employment Commitment:
Change Church Inc is an equal opportunity employer.