Director for Facilities Services & Operations

University of Texas at Dallas•Richardson, TX

38d•$110,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the management of Facilities Services & Operations, including Building Maintenance & Operations (Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Elevators) and Facilities Services (Grounds, Custodial, Automotive, & Moving/Events). Responsible for the management of all Physical Plant areas and activities in the absence of the Assistant Vice President for Facilities Services and Operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field
Ten (10) years of related professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
5-7 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in a complex, customer service-focused organization, such as a university, hospital or municipality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Track record of professional success in coordinating projects with executive management, academic/professional staff, community groups, peers, subordinates, external regulators, contractors, engineers, and architects.
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification as a Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), or Facility Management Professional (FMP)
Graduate of APPA's Leadership Academy
Trade certification as a journeyman, master, or specialist in a field used by the UTD Facilities Management organization
Proven track record of proactively managing conflict in the workplace, documenting coaching, performance improvement plans, and collaboration with Human Resources to quickly resolve employee behavioral or performance issues.

Responsibilities

Leadership and management of the Facilities Services & Operations function of the Facilities Management organization, including Building Maintenance/Operations and Facilities Services.
Oversees the operations and staff of approximately 100 personnel responsible for operation, maintenance and repair of campus buildings, grounds, custodial services, moving/events, pest control, preventive maintenance, inspections, and disaster response;
Administers several contracted university services, including but not limited to custodial services, elevator maintenance, waste management, and landscaping services;
Directs personnel management for those under his/her purview, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary measures;
Ensures the quality of customer service and responsiveness of maintenance and operation support to University community;
Oversees workplace safety at all locations and liaises with Institutional Risk & Safety and end users to foster a safe workplace;
Assists in establishing the annual operating budget, including staffing costs, employee professional development needs while planning for cost increases, and identifying opportunities for cost reduction through improved efficiency;
Manages Physical Plant operations in the absence of the Assistant Vice President for Facilities Services and Operations;
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President for Facilities Services and Operations.
Responsible for the design and execution of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, financial information is reliable, and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures are complied with.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Tuition Benefits
Internal Training
Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long and short-term disability
Retirement Plan Options
Paid time off
Paid Holidays
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.