TDCJ - Manager III - Regional Maintenance

About the role

Manage the day-to-day maintenance operations of 13 facilities located throughout Region II. This position reports directly to the Manager IV, Deputy Director of Maintenance Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise employees, making sure work is completed correctly and on time.
• Set goals, priorities, and expectations for the program.
• Develop or improve policies, procedures, and work processes.
• Plan projects and schedules to keep work moving efficiently.
• Monitor budgets and approve or track spending.
• Evaluate how well the program is performing and make improvements when needed.
• Coordinate with other departments, leadership, outside agencies, and the public.
• Review technical information, reports, and construction documents when necessary.
• Ensure work complies with state laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Make independent decisions and solve complex problems with limited supervision.

Qualifications

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

• You have experience leading employees or managing teams.
• You enjoy organizing projects and keeping operations running smoothly.
• You can manage multiple priorities and deadlines at the same time.
• You are comfortable making decisions independently.
• You communicate well with leadership, coworkers, vendors, and customers.
• You have experience with budgeting, planning, or program management.
• You can write reports and keep accurate records.
• You work well with people from different departments.
• You stay organized and pay attention to details.
• You are comfortable reading and understanding policies and procedures.

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

• You have experience in facilities management, maintenance, construction, or public administration.
• You have managed large programs or statewide operations.
• You have experience supervising supervisors or multiple teams.
• You have worked with contracts, budgets, or capital improvement projects.
• You can read construction drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• You have experience developing policies or improving business processes.
• You are skilled at solving complex operational problems.
• You have experience presenting information to executives or speaking to large groups.
• You can analyze technical data and use it to make informed decisions.
• You have a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• You have HVAC, boiler, or maintenance operations experience.

Additional Information

• Travel 75% – Position may spend 11–15 nights away per month.
• Work Site Visits: No.
• Study Material: No.
• Pre-Service Training Academy Required: No.
• Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position: Hazardous.
• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact Information: Questions concerning this position can be directed to John Kennard, Hiring Manager, at 936-437-7294 or John.Kennard@tdcj.texas.gov. Questions concerning the application process can be directed to Amy Bullard, Human Resources, at 936-437-3060 or amy.bullard@tdcj.texas.gov.