Background, Mission, and Core Functions

Ohio Public Facilities Management Association (OPFMA)

Founded in 1987, the Ohio Public Facilities Management Association (OPFMA) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the educational, informational, and professional development needs of public facilities maintenance employees at every level.

Through its mission-driven programs and services, OPFMA supports the individuals who operate and maintain government and nonprofit facilities—enhancing building performance, conserving energy, and ultimately saving taxpayer dollars while improving both internal and external environments.

Our Mission

To empower public facility professionals across Ohio through education, connection, and resources that elevate the standards of operation, maintenance, and service within public institutions.

Our Core Purposes

1. Advance Facility Standards
   Promote and develop higher standards in the operation and maintenance of public buildings and grounds.

2. Support Professional Development
   Provide continuing education and certification programs for individuals in maintenance, building operations, safety, custodial services, groundskeeping, and facility administration.

3. Advocate for Facility Needs
   Help communicate the challenges, priorities, and essential role of public facility operations to broader audiences—emphasizing the risks of neglecting facility needs.

4. Foster Peer Collaboration
   Unite professionals interested in improving public facility management for mutual support, shared learning, and professional growth.

5. Provide Practical Resources
   Offer tools, information, and access to resources that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and overall facility performance.

Our Core Activities

• “The Facilitator” Newsletter – Providing current insights, updates, and success stories

• Educational Workshops, Seminars & Training Programs – Focused on safety, compliance, and operational excellence

• Annual State Conference – Bringing together professionals and vendors from across the state

• Networking Opportunities – Encouraging collaboration and peer learning across Ohio

Through these efforts, OPFMA is proud to serve as Ohio’s trusted source for public facility education, advocacy, and excellence.