Director Facilities-Texas Health Arlington

Work location: Onsite at Texas Health Arlington; Arlington, TX
Work hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 08:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Organize and delegate activities for the safe, efficient, and effective operation of the department, collaborating with hospital and leadership staff.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of policies, procedures, and standards that direct department operations, ensuring consistency with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Actively incorporate measures to obtain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Identify and utilize processes and resources to support optimal delivery of data and information to the leadership team and staff.
• Promote a professional image through demeanor, appearance, attitude, and behaviors.
• Establish collegial relationships with physicians, unit personnel, and administration.
• Integrate team-building strategies and principles of group process in interactions with staff.
• Collaborate with all customer groups (patients, department/hospital staff, physicians, and other stakeholders) to meet and exceed needs and expectations.
• Create and maintain a collaborative work environment for patients, physicians, and key stakeholders.
• Use benchmark data from internal and external sources to identify opportunities for improvement in care and patient safety.
• Identify key performance indicators that need to be monitored and evaluated.
• Prepare and manage the operating and capital budgets for the department in collaboration with department management and staff.
• Determine the appropriate number and level of staff, balancing competency, patient needs, outcomes, safety, and productivity guidelines.
• Oversee and manage the effectiveness of the department’s recruitment and retention program to ensure an adequate level of qualified staff.
• Promote professional growth, development, and accountability in staff, students, and colleagues.
• Track and evaluate staff performance and individual development, holding staff accountable for achieving service expectations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field preferred.
• 5 years of progressive leadership experience in facilities management with emphasis on healthcare, including full knowledge of applicable regulations and requirements of plant operations in a healthcare environment (required with a Bachelor’s degree).
• 9 years of progressive leadership experience in facilities management with emphasis on healthcare, including full knowledge of applicable regulations and requirements of plant operations in a healthcare environment (required with a High School diploma or equivalent).
• Driver’s License required upon hire.
• Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CHFM) preferred upon hire.

Skills

• Creative, strategic thinker with high ethical standards and professional image.
• Advanced technological skills, analytical ability, and good judgment with a strong operational background in an advanced facilities management setting.
• Team player, articulate, and able to relate to people at all levels.
• Good educator willing to share information and skilled in conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Practices.
• Strong knowledge of Industry Regulations and Standards: ASHE, TJC, OSHA, TDSHS, ASHRAE, HIPAA.

About the Organization

At Texas Health Resources, our mission is “to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve.” As part of the Texas Health family and its 28,000+ employees, we’re one of the largest employers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch, and our benefits are equally outstanding. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we improve the health of the people in our communities every day.