Assistant Director of Facilities

Reporting to the Associate Director of Facilities, the Assistant Director for Facilities oversees the administrative, operational, and financial affairs for the management of all housekeeping performed in residence halls and student centers within Student Affairs. While the primary focus of this position is housekeeping functions, this role may supervise and support general maintenance staff within an area. Administrative oversight includes, but is not limited to hiring, personnel reviews and actions, scheduling, inspection etc. Operational functions include supervision of an in-house workforce of over 85 personnel and management of any contract labor needed to support required functions. This position develops, communicates, and enforces procedures, policies, and written business plans. Promotes the development of staff in their daily tasks and as employees of Student Affairs. Actively promotes an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Develops and provides management reports and customer reports, including details of services provided, standardized benchmarks, planned services, and financials. Maintains proficiency in environmentally friendly and effective cleaning, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. Assists the Associate Director of Facilities with organizing housekeeping regions to align with needs of the organization. Keeps abreast of the latest in housekeeping related technologies and processes. Student Affairs Facilities and Operations manages approximately 2.7 million+ square feet within the residential and student union space.

Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience in business, engineering, student affairs or related field. Considerable management and leadership experience. Experience managing a diverse workforce. Experience developing and executing operations processes. Must be detailed oriented, computer proficient, and possess demonstrated supervisory skills. Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills for interaction with employees, students/families, and visitors at a large university campus. Strong interpersonal and outward facing communication skills. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects. Excellent organizational and delegation skills. Experience with commercial/industrial cleaning methods and safety. Working knowledge of safe and efficient operation of electrically powered and manual cleaning equipment. Ability and willingness to work an irregular schedule that may include evenings, mornings, weekends, and weekdays to accommodate event schedules or emergency situations. Ability to perform daily activities requiring continual physical exertion, including climbing stairs, safely moving and handling items weighing up to 50 lbs., bending, stooping, reaching (including above the head), pushing/pulling, performing repetitive motions, twisting, shoveling snow, walking and standing extensively.

Management of a facilities housekeeping or maintenance operation in an educational or institutional environment.

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Regular

$48,700 - $70,000, and commensurate with experience

January 13, 2023

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check as well as a driving check with a safe driving record.

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