Director Facility Management
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Kearney, NE
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 52.02-77.38 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
This position is responsible for oversight of facility operations of large multi-site hospital and/or health center locations. Responsibilities may include additional departmental oversight including Plant Operations, Environmental Services, Security, Real Estate Services, and Environmental Safety. Responsibilities include project management / oversight of minor construction/building renovation projects and other duties as assigned. This position is responsible for Program Quality Evaluation (PQE), departmental financial performance, personnel recruitment, staff training and development, customer satisfaction program improvements, and personal growth for all locations. This position may include any combination of the following responsibilities:
- Manages multiple acute care facilities totaling greater than 500,000 square feet, greater
than 250 licensed beds, and/or non-acute care buildings - Responsible for multiple supervisors and/or departments, Environmental Services, Dietary,
Transportation, Laundry, Security, etc. - May serves as the Life Safety Officer over multiple facilities
The Director, Facility Management carries out his/her duties by adhering to the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct, acts in the best interest of CommonSpirit Health and fully supports CommonSpirit Health’s Mission, Philosophy and Core Values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manages operations of facility management by conducting monthly department meetings; ensuring that reports are delivered in a timely manner; providing a working environment that meets all regulatory compliance; and completing and maintaining all key performance indicators.
- Develops capital and operational budgets, verifies, and assures appropriate use of staff, materials, supplies and vendors. Assures appropriate use of staff, materials, supplies and vendors.
- Responsible for financial performance of areas managed by: attaining all expense budgets and cost containment targets; assuring that expenditure authority and level are adhered to; and forwarding, in a timely manner, all appropriate PO’s, invoices and financial details to the appropriate sources. Increasing GPO contract compliance and consolidating service contracts at the division level.
- Ensures all maintenance procedures meet all applicable codes, standards, or equipment requirements.
- Responsible for the recruitment, training, and development of staff. This includes holding all necessary staff meetings and conducting or sponsoring education. Perform midyear and annual performance evaluations.
- Develops an ongoing communication plan with staff, leadership, and customers. This includes conducting all necessary meetings with facility administration and forwarding all positive and negative customer/vendor communications. Assures client reports are delivered in a timely manner to CSH Divisional leadership.
- Responsible for the annual PQE process. Assures continued accreditation, renewal of licenses, and adherence to rules and guidelines set forth by applicable regulatory agencies. (OSHA, EPA, The Joint Commission, DNV, CMS, etc.)
- Assures current records of all maintenance procedures are kept as required to meet all applicable codes and standards.
- Maintains Preventative and Corrective Maintenance completion rate at or above program targets.
- Manages customer satisfaction surveys at least annually.
- Foster and maintain positive working relationships with senior hospital administration and all other constituents and customers.
- Provides personal growth opportunities and professional training support for team members based on needs that support the team and CommonSpirit Health initiatives.
- Networks with peers to gain innovative ideas and sourcing of information.
- Responsible for the implementation and management of continuous improvement initiatives that support operational excellence, financial stewardship, and national programs.
- Supports construction related activities including an advisory role in the development and implementation of the Master Facility Plan, as required.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and work
experience may be considered. - Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience with a minimum of 4 years in hospital maintenance / medical equipment operations management required.
- Professional Designation, Licensure, certification preferred i.e. (CHFM, CHC, PE).
- Construction experience, Safety, and Security experience preferred.
- Must demonstrate financial and operational management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.
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Frequently asked questions
Certifications like CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager) and CHC (Certified Healthcare Constructor) are highly regarded in Kearney's healthcare sector. They validate expertise in hospital facility operations and safety compliance, aligning well with local regulatory demands and boosting a director's professional standing.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers competitive opportunities for facility management professionals due to its extensive multi-site operations. While demand for similar roles in Nebraska is growing, CHI's scale and integrated care network provide a broader scope of leadership and operational challenges that often surpass smaller providers.
Directors must balance regulatory compliance, complex budget oversight, and diverse team management across locations. Coordinating departments like environmental services, security, and maintenance requires strategic communication and adaptability to meet patient safety and operational efficiency standards consistently.
Starting from facility supervision roles, professionals can progress to director positions, overseeing multiple sites. With demonstrated expertise, opportunities may expand into executive leadership in healthcare administration or consultancy roles focusing on large-scale operational improvements and compliance.
In Kearney, Nebraska, salaries for Director Facility Management typically range between $95,000 and $130,000 annually, influenced by experience, certifications, and the size of the healthcare organization. Catholic Health Initiatives offers competitive compensation aligned with these regional benchmarks.
The company emphasizes ethical leadership and humankindness, expecting directors to foster environments that support patient care quality beyond operations. Facility managers are encouraged to align their strategies with CHI’s mission, promoting community health while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
This role involves advisory participation in master facility planning and oversight of minor construction projects. Directors ensure that renovations meet healthcare codes and safety standards, balancing innovation with operational continuity across hospital sites.
Kearney's community-focused culture encourages transparent communication and collaborative leadership. Facility directors often adopt inclusive approaches, engaging multidisciplinary teams and fostering long-term relationships with hospital administration to support shared healthcare goals.
Facility directors typically oversee strategic planning, budgeting, and multi-departmental leadership across several sites, while operations managers focus more on day-to-day facility maintenance and staff supervision. Directors hold broader accountability for compliance, financial performance, and program quality.