Director

William Paterson University of New Jersey • Wayne, NJ

218d • $101,854 - $135,805

About The Position

William Paterson University invites you to join a wonderful community to learn, work, grow, and thrive. The University has been recognized as one of the best-ranked employers in New Jersey and is committed to supporting and elevating women employees. The Director of Physical Plant Operations provides managerial and technical oversight for the department, ensuring a code compliant working environment and managing the activities of the department's staff. The role involves collaboration with other department leaders to provide a safe, clean, and modern environment that promotes learning and student success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Architecture, Management, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Ten (10) years' experience in a plant operation preferably in a higher education.
• Five (5) years of experience planning and managing construction and renovation projects.
• Demonstrated experience working with local and state permitting agencies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong commitment to customer service and quality improvements.
• Demonstrated strengths in technical knowledge, leadership, and budgeting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience planning and managing state funded projects.
• Experience with Megamation Work Order or similar systems.
• Experience with facility master planning.

Responsibilities

• Manages the development, operation and maintenance of the University's physical facilities.
• Promotes the efficient and effective operation of all building and campus infrastructure systems.
• Hires, trains, develops and mentors managerial, maintenance and administrative staff.
• Oversees the University's health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Develops and manages renovation and repair projects from inception to completion.
• Advises other departments and key stakeholders on work orders and projects.
• Prepares bids and reviews specifications for equipment installation or replacement.
• Develops and implements preventive/planned maintenance programs for building specific mechanical systems.
• Develops, plans and budgets for headcount, equipment, supplies, utilities, and expenditures.
• Recommends, develops and implements cost-saving and energy-efficient projects.
• Liaises with state, county, and city officials to ensure compliance with codes, regulations and laws.
• Represents the University at meetings, events and conferences.
• Creates, develops and implements programs to ensure employee safety.
• Develops and monitors key performance indicators utilizing data from various software systems.
• Serves as a backup for the Associate Vice President of Administration as needed.
• Performs other assigned job-related duties appropriate for the position.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree