Job Code: 7502042 Job Family/Function: 75 – Labor, Trade, and Facilities Management\Trade-Specific FLSA: Exempt Grade Ladder: MNPS Support Salaried Pay Grade: MNPS.SCH013-S Duration (days/year): 260 Locations(s): Support Hub

We Are Team MNPS Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Asbestos Project Manager serves as the MNPS AHERA Designated person, maintains asbestos management plans for all facilities, and maintains asbestos records and documentation. This role will oversee all abatement work within the district and review all renovation, and demolition plans for ACM impact. The Manager will also coordinate with other teams within MNPS to ensure smooth operations and will perform surveillance and reinspections on a regular basis.

What you will do

Serve as MNPS AHERA Designated Person.

Maintain asbestos management plans for all facilities. Maintain permanent asbestos records and documentation.

Oversee abatement work and ensure compliance with EPA AHERA regulations.

Review renovation and demolition plans for ACM impact. Review all construction plans for ACM disturbance.

Conduct 6-month surveillance and 3-year reinspections. Identify and confirm ACM locations.

Ensure contractors and consultants are properly accredited. Provide asbestos awareness training.

Coordinate asbestos abatement projects. Manage abatement bidding and contractor selection.

Develop abatement scopes and cost estimates.

Coordinate with Environmental, Capital Projects, Roofing, HVAC, and Plumbing teams.

Additional Requirements

May be assigned to participate in an on-call rotation to respond to urgent or emergency operational needs outside of normal business hours.

Position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to report to work or remain available during emergencies, severe weather events, facility incidents, or district-declared closures to support continuity of operations.

Education Qualifications

High School Diploma Required

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Experience Qualifications

3-5 years in Asbestos management or work Required

Skills and Abilities

Deep knowledge of EPA AHERA regulations.

Understanding of: asbestos-containing materials (ACM), inspection, surveillance, and reinspection requirements, and abatement methods and clearance procedures.

Familiarity with: LBP coordination on construction projects, record retention, and public notification requirements.

Knowledge of procurement and bidding requirements for abatement.

Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and regulatory requirements.

Ability to operate independently with high accountability.

At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known and our staff makes a concerted effort to tune into students' interests, passions, learning styles and needs. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous, engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to success marked by measurable goals.

Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every family's needs. Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs, we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K all the way through graduation.

Our Vision

Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known.

Our Mission

We deliver a great public education to every student, every day.

Our Core Values

Core values drive and focus our collective commitments included in our mission and vision. These values reflect the principles that guide our internal conduct, as well as our relationships with the external community. Our core values are woven throughout our goals, high-level strategies, and performance measures.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.