Job Description
Ensure the temple consistently embodies the reverence, pristine condition, and sanctity befitting its purpose, adhering to the standards set forth by the First Presidency. Lead department teams—including Assistant Facilities Managers, custodial staff, grounds crew, and security personnel—across one temple or up to four smaller temples. Oversee capital expenditure projects for facilities, systems, and grounds by conducting inspections, submitting reports, verifying compliance with architectural plans and specifications, coordinating with local authorities, securing permits, tracking project timelines, and facilitating the timely delivery and installation of furniture and materials. Provide direct supervision of employees, which may involve managing a diverse workforce. Serve as the foremost authority on facility operations and maintenance.
Responsibilities
Provide ongoing oversight and direction to a team of employees, which may consist of individuals with diverse backgrounds and skill sets.
In collaboration with the Human Resources department, the incumbent is tasked with overseeing employee status changes—including hiring, termination, promotions, and other adjustments—within their direct reporting structure.
Responsibilities include overseeing a team of 10 to 20 employees while supervising two or more direct reports.
Responsible for maintaining the temple and its related facilities, which collectively span approximately 70,000 square feet, including patron housing, the visitor’s center, the temple president’s residence, the Missionary Training Center (MTC), area offices, and other ancillary buildings.
Maintain established standards consistently, both during periods of high usage and when the temple is not open to the public.
Skilled in aligning the objectives and deliverables of roughly 3-4 primary stakeholders to ensure cohesive project outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction.
Consistently oversee the performance and productivity of team members, which may encompass a diverse workforce.
With a focus on cultivating expertise and enhancing performance, this role involves delivering both on-site and remote training, coaching, and mentoring to strengthen the Temple Facilities Services team’s job knowledge, skill levels, and overall effectiveness.
Implements temple maintenance guides and materials while evaluating enhanced maintenance methods, systems, and equipment to ensure optimal facility conditions.
The role encompasses developing and implementing a sophisticated annual plan, which includes supervising and/or managing project and operational expenditures, as well as ensuring the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair of electrical, mechanical, audiovisual, and computer systems.
Oversee departmental expenditures related to labor costs—encompassing both contract and employee-based expenses—and manage third-party vendor relationships.
Engages in the complete set of project closure activities, including the preparation of as-built drawings, documentation archiving, execution of the close-out process, issuance of the letter of substantial completion, administration of the warranty process, and provision of a letter of recommendation.
Ensure that all projects adhere strictly to the specified design documents and meet the established standards requirements throughout every phase of completion.
Communicates effectively with the Temple President, Priesthood leaders, supervisors, department specialists, local government officials, architects, general contractors, and community leaders as required.
Generates consistent updates on project advancements, performance metrics, challenges encountered, and the acquisition of necessary materials and equipment.
Oversee project schedule(s) to verify timely completion within approved deadlines.
Qualifications
Required:
A bachelor’s degree in facilities management, the building industry, project management, or a closely related discipline is required.
With a proven track record spanning six years in the facilities’ management sector, the ideal candidate will bring extensive hands-on experience and a deep understanding of operational best practices to drive efficiency and maintain high standards of service delivery.
A minimum of ten years of combined education and professional experience, or an equivalent qualification, is required.
A solid grasp of facilities systems and operations, including boiler and chiller maintenance and functionality, electrical motor controls, audiovisual setups, electrical distribution networks, and plumbing infrastructure.
Proficient in both verbal and written communication, with strong computer skills and a high degree of technological literacy.
Proficient English communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
A polished and professional presentation, including attire and conduct, is essential, reflecting the organization’s standards and fostering a positive impression.
To perform the core duties of this position effectively, certain physical capabilities may be required, including the ability to maintain prolonged seated positions and operate computer monitors and related equipment.
Able to safely handle objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Preferred:
Requires prior involvement within a religious or spiritual institution, specifically a temple environment. Applicants must demonstrate familiarity with temple operations, rituals, and community engagement practices. Understanding diverse cultural and religious customs is essential, as is the ability to support temple activities and uphold sacred traditions.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
6 years
