Director of Facilities and Buildings

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision for facilities, maintenance, custodial, grounds, and building operations staff.
• Establish departmental goals, priorities, and performance expectations while fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, and customer service.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs to maximize the life cycle of campus assets and equipment.
• Evaluate staffing needs and recommend organizational improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Respond proactively to facility-related concerns and implement solutions to prevent recurring issues.

Facilities and Building Operations

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and operation of all campus buildings, grounds, utilities, and infrastructure.
• Maintain working knowledge of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, roofing, fire protection, and access control systems.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities and grounds to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Cook up emergency repairs and ensure timely resolution of facility issues.
• Ensure facilities are maintained in compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and accreditation standards.

Project and Construction Management

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee renovation, construction, and capital improvement projects.
• Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and specifications.
• Manage contractors, architects, engineers, and vendors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Monitor project quality and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory requirements.
• Recommend long-range facility improvements and capital replacement schedules.

Budget and Resource Management

• Develop and administer departmental operating and capital budgets.
• Monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
• Prepare budget recommendations related to facilities maintenance, equipment replacement, and capital improvements.
• Oversee procurement of equipment, materials, and services.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to facilities management, occupational safety, environmental standards, and building operations.
• Collaborate with campus leadership to maintain emergency preparedness plans and business continuity efforts.
• Lead facility-related risk management initiatives and corrective action plans.
• Maintain records, inspections, permits, and documentation required by regulatory agencies.

Customer Service and Campus Support

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and community partners to address facility needs and support campus activities.
• Develop processes for prioritizing and tracking maintenance requests.
• Ensure facilities support a positive learning and working environment.
• Provide recommendations to senior leadership regarding campus facilities planning and operational improvements.

Physical Requirements

• F Stand or Sit
• R Stoop/Kneel/Crawl
• M Carry/Weight Lift
• F Walk
• F Talk/Hear
• F Exposure to Outside Environment
• F Use of Fingers/Hands
• F See

Position Requirements

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, building operations, maintenance supervision, or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and professional skills in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general building maintenance systems.
• Experience supervising employees and managing budgets.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, public sector, or institutional facilities management.
• Professional certifications related to facilities management, construction management, or building operations.
• Experience managing capital improvement and construction projects.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance software and work-order management systems.