Facilities Program Director

University of Notre Dame•Notre Dame, IN

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Program Director is a leadership role responsible for the operations and stewardship of the 430,000-square-foot Hesburgh Library at the University of Notre Dame. The Director oversees facility operations, space management, physical maintenance, safety, and a two-person facilities and mailroom team, and supports equipment at branch libraries. The role also serves as co-lead for large-scale library renovation projects, coordinating with the University's Facilities Design and Operations Unit and key stakeholders to balance safety, ongoing services, and successful project completion. The Director serves as a principal liaison to University maintenance, public safety, and external partners, and communicates updates about urgent issues and major building changes to stakeholders. The position requires a bachelor's degree, knowledge of building operations, basic knowledge of mechanical equipment, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Applications are accepted until November 10, 2026; a resume and cover letter are required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Knowledge of building operations.
Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Strong commitment to innovative and responsive service.
Commitment to sharing ideas and information with appropriate customers, stakeholders, and partners.
Resume and cover letter required for consideration.

Responsibilities

Oversee the 430,000-square-foot Hesburgh Library in support of Hesburgh Libraries' goals, objectives, and mission.
Use relationships and knowledge to support departmental needs and resolve facility issues.
Supervise a two-person facilities and mailroom team.
Participate in basic maintenance activities that do not require Maintenance and Utilities, such as moving furniture or equipment and lightweight repairs.
Co-lead large-scale Hesburgh Library renovation projects with the University's Facilities Design and Operations Unit and consult with key stakeholders.
Balance safety and continued stakeholder services with successful renovation project completion.
Check work completed by contractors and advise contractors about renovation problems and issues.
Serve as a principal liaison to University maintenance, public safety, and external partners.
Keep stakeholders informed about emergent issues and major building transformations.
Support branch library equipment.