Director of Facilities and Grounds
Penland School of CraftNorth Carolina, United States
Posted March 9, 2026
91046 - 115000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Penland School of Craft is an international center for craft education offering residential workshops, residencies, community education programs, and exhibitions.
Job Description
The Director of Facilities and Grounds leads the stewardship, care, and long-term planning of the physical campus of Penland School of Craft. The Director oversees maintenance operations, capital improvements, and new construction projects while managing both operating and capital budgets.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in construction, facilities management, or a related field
- Supervisory experience
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Backgrounds in architecture, civil engineering, surveying, landscape planning, or related fields are helpful but not required
- Certification as a Class B water system operator, First Aid, and CPR (may be obtained after hire)
Benefits
- Comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package
- Medical plans
- Vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement options, and an employee assistance program
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Sick leave
- Extended sick time
- Limited access to studios
- Free classes after two years of employment
- Meals during programming
- Additional discounts
