Director of Facility Operations

Louisiana State University

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About The Position

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide organization with offices in every parish of Louisiana. We are currently seeking extraordinary candidates for the position outlined below. This position will be domiciled at the Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center in Baton Rouge, LA. The Director of Facility Operations position’s primary purpose is Maintaining the safety, operations, appearance and shop for the 23,000 sq ft facility are the main responsibilities for this position. This position reports to the Professor and Director.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in a related field.
• Experience in the public sector and/or a university setting is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, administrative, and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Keeping a staff of 40, including 30 student workers, aware of safety around the aquatic environment equipment, cryogenic freezing equipment and the shop equipment.
• Training and compliance with university safety regulations.
• Monitoring the 75-year-old facility for any safety issues.
• Maintaining operational needs through staffing, maintenance schedules and contractors.
• Managing special projects involving facility planning and contractors.
• Maintaining clean appearance of interior and exterior of the facility including the direction of student workers and collaboration with staff members.
• Maintaining a clean, safe shop with well-maintained equipment, tools and supplies.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement options.
• Multiple medical insurance options.
• Supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.).
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan.
• University holidays (14 per year).
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree