named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Director of Facilities Law Advocacy
Supported passage of legislation establishing statewide civil service qualifications and exams for Director of Facilities positions
Job Bank
Online platform for posting and finding open facilities management positions in school districts across New York State
Legal Assistance Program
Offers members one-hour free telephone consultations with legal counsel on professional and civil service matters
Member Education Scholarship
Provides scholarships for members and their dependent children to support college education costs
NYS DOF Handbook
Online reference guide for daily duties of Directors of Facilities, created and maintained as a living resource for members
School Facilities Management Institute (SFMI)
Provides professional education including Annual Conference & Expo, webinars, Academy Series, and Classrooms of the Future Summit; offers accreditation and academic degree pathways
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Awarding scholarships to members and their dependentsProvides scholarships to members and their dependent children to help reduce college expenses, supporting educational access and member retention.
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Educator Conferences & Professional Development Events 1 activity
- Hosting conferences, webinars, and educational summitsOrganizes and hosts an annual conference and expo, webinars, an annual academy series, and the Classrooms of the Future Summit through its educational arm, the School Facilities Management Institute, to deliver professional learning and networking opportunities.
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Event and Program Registration Management 1 activity
- Issuing refunds for early program or event cancellationsProvides refunds for program or event cancellations when received at least four weeks in advance, supporting member flexibility and financial planning.
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Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
- Operating a job bank for facilities management positionsMaintains a job bank to connect school districts with qualified candidates and support member career advancement by sharing open facilities management positions.
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Legal Representation for Members 1 activity
- Providing free legal consultations to membersOffers members one-hour free telephone consultations with legal counsel to address professional legal concerns, enhancing their capacity to manage complex regulatory and operational issues.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Providing professional development and growth opportunities for facilities management professionalsOffers training, certification, and professional development programs, including ongoing support through the School Facilities Management Institute, to advance the skills and knowledge of school facilities professionals across New York State.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- Supporting local chapters across New York StateProvides organizational and logistical support to 18 local chapters that conduct regular meetings, events, and educational opportunities for school facilities professionals.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Advocating for legislative changes in facilities management certificationPlayed a key role in advancing state legislation to establish civil service qualifications and a statewide exam for Director of Facilities positions, streamlining certification processes for professionals.
- Creating and maintaining a handbook for school facilities association membersDeveloped and maintains a living handbook as a quick reference guide for members' daily duties, updating it regularly in response to changes in requirements, laws, and regulations.
- Operating a member suggestion box for feedback and inputCollects feedback and ideas from members on programs, policies, and association operations through a member suggestion box to inform organizational improvements and responsiveness.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$226K
Contributions & grants$161K71%
Program service revenue$51K23%
Investment income$7K3%
Other revenue$7K
expenses
Total expenses$236K
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$14K
Grants paid out$99K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$270K
Cash$270K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$270K
Liquid reserves13.7 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +60.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| JAMES O'BEIRNE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 10 | $14K |
board members · 10
- BRIAN GRAHAM — CORRESPONDENCE SECRETARY
- CRAIG CAMMARATA — PRESIDENT ELECT
- ERIK NAKUTAVICIUS — RECORDING SECRETARY
- JOHN HALL — IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
- JON SIMPKINS — PRESIDENT
- JOSEPH FIORINO — TREASURER
- MARTY ABRAMS — STATE DIRECTOR
- RUSS RANDAZZO — SERGEANT OF ARMS
- SAM CARDER — VICE PRESIDENT
- SPIRO COLAITIS — ACCOUNTANT
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- BELFOR Property Restoration Partner — Recognized as a Legacy Supporter of the New York State School Facilities Association.
- Empire State College Partner — Offers degree programs in School Facilities Management in collaboration with SFMI.
- Mohawk Valley Community College Partner — Offers degree programs in School Facilities Management in collaboration with SFMI.
- New York State School Facilities Association Network — Implied primary organizational identity through domain and content focus.
- New York State School Facilities Association Network — Member organization within the state-level association for school facilities professionals.
- SFMI Partner — Collaborates with SFMI in offering professional development classes for school facilities association members.
- School Facilities Management Institute Partner — Educational arm that hosts conferences, webinars, and training programs for members.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Facilities as Educational Foundationmethodology: facilities-as-educational-foundationBy ensuring school facilities are safe, healthy, and functional, we improve educational outcomes because the physical learning environment is a foundational determinant of student and staff well-being and academic success.
- Integrated, Systems-Based Facilities Managementmethodology: integrated-facilities-managementBy treating school facilities as interconnected systems within the broader educational mission, we produce more sustainable and effective outcomes because holistic management addresses root causes and long-term operational needs, not just isolated issues.
- Member-Centered Support with Practical Resourcesmethodology: member-centered serviceBy providing accessible tools and responsive services—like refund accommodations and practical guidance—we increase member engagement and effectiveness because support tailored to professionals’ real-world needs strengthens their capacity to manage facilities successfully.
- Policy Advocacy through Strategic Partnershipsmethodology: policy advocacy through partnershipsBy forming alliances with educational organizations and maintaining visibility with policymakers, we advance the profession and secure better support for school facilities because systemic change requires influence within policy and advocacy networks.
- Professional Development and Community Buildingmethodology: professional community buildingBy advancing the knowledge and careers of school facilities professionals through professional development and shared networks, we improve educational environments because skilled, connected practitioners are better equipped to maintain and enhance critical infrastructure.