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Job Express: Week of October 7, 2024

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General Administration & Management

Associate Vice President of Operations
Frederick Community College, Frederick, MD

Director of Facility Services
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

Work Control & IT Systems Manager
Bates College, Lewiston, ME

Operations & Maintenance

Director of Facilities
Williams College, Williamstown, MA

Director of Facilities Operations
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Dartmouth, MA

Energy & Utilities

University Architect
New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM

Planning, Design & Construction


Senior Director for Campus Design
Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH

Associate Vice President of Operations
Frederick Community College

Position Summary:

The Associate Vice President of Operations (AVP Operations) reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President for Administration. The AVP Operations position provides administrative direction and support for the operations, maintenance, and improvements for College capital physical assets. The position oversees the planning, organizing, coordination, budgeting and management of Plant Operations (including maintenance, custodial, and grounds), Capital Planning and Project Management (including capital project design, project management, and space planning), and Receiving Operations. The AVP of Operations manages College operational emergencies and unscheduled College closures in collaboration with the President. The AVP Operations has the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. The AVP Operations also has the ability to use varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Bachelor’s Degree and seven (7) years of cumulative experience in facilities management, capital planning, and skilled trades management.
  2. Five (5) years of supervisory experience of twenty (20) employees or more.
  3. Maintain a valid driver’s license and the ability to lift up to 25-pounds, climb and descend stairs or ladders, walk long distances, tolerate periods in outdoor conditions of both winter and summer conditions, with or without accommodations.

To view a full position description and apply, please visit the following link:  https://jobs.frederick.edu/postings/6006

Position salary:  $155,000 - $175,000 annually

Information on FCC Benefits can be found here:  https://benefitguides.psafinancial.com/view/563817862/

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Director of Facility Services
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Director of Facility Services

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

This position serves as Director and strategic leader for the Department of Facility Services. This position has responsibility for the development and management of an approximately $13 million operational budget and a staff of approximately 170 FTE. Facility Services is responsible for all aspects of the physical facilities and grounds on campus, including upkeep of the physical environment, heating and chilling operations, maintenance and improvement of the campus building infrastructure, mail services, remodeling and renovation of facilities, including capital budget development and oversight of state construction projects. Off-hour and weekend response may be necessary for emergency issues.

The Director functions as a campus leader, advisor to the Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC), for Facilities Planning & Management, and campus contact for physical facilities issues.

FPM is responsible for the operations and planning of the built environment, landscape, and transportation services at UWM, all through safe and sustainable means.  University Safety and Assurances, Facility Services, Transportation Services, Campus Planning, and the Office of Sustainability all report to the Associate Vice Chancellor of FPM.

The starting salary for this role is $150,000 - $170,000 per year. The final offer will be contingent upon the knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated in the selection process.

For more information regarding the position and to apply, follow the link below:

https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/39519

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Work Control & IT Systems Manager
Bates College

  • The Work Control and IT Systems Manager position is responsible for Computerized Maintenance  Management System (CMMS) work control, business process analysis, improvement and alignment with  technology, and support of all technology as it relates to Facility Services business functions, including all applications, programs, or tools deployed. Responsible for customer service and daily operations communications. The Work Control and IT Systems Manager supervises work control and administrative support positions for the department and has responsibility for accounting and AP functions for operations. The role serves as liaison for required support from the Information and Library Services  (ILS) Department, and from outside IT service provider(s) or consultant(s).  
  • Experience:
  •  
  • Extensive and comprehensive experience in computer technology areas related to facilities management.
    • Demonstrated experience supporting Enterprise Asset Management Systems, Computerized Maintenance Systems or Enterprise Resource Planning systems required.
    • Experience in managing organizational business and financial operations.
    • Experience in managing direct reports.
    • Some experience with or general knowledge of AutoCAD and ArcGIS application systems.
    • Familiarity with operations & maintenance and building systems and capital project business functions are highly desirable.
    • Direct experience with Brightly Asset Essentials CMMS platform preferred.

    Skills and Knowledge:

    • Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally and educationally diverse community.
    • Excellent communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills.
    • Strong presentation skills and ability to develop dynamic presentations.
    • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills; ability to synthesize complex or diverse information.
    • The ability to plan and execute data integrations between business systems and to clearly outline business objectives in a technical implementation plan.
    • The ability to analyze complex sets of data and synthesize repeatable reporting structures.
    • Past responsibility for technology troubleshooting with a set of 60 MDM managed ipads and other computer infrastructure, often working with staff who have more limited technology exposure.
    • Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
    • Ability to coordinate, manage, lead and participate in meetings, workshops, etc. in support of systems configurations and business process modeling.
    • Impeccable organizational (time, task, project management) skills and ability to coordinate resources and staff within the college community.
    • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships. Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive attitude.
    • Proficiency in basic data management systems and basic computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
    • Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed. 

    Apply directly at: https://www.bates.edu/employment/opportunities/?job=492917 

 

CEFP preferred.

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Director of Facilities
Williams College

Position Summary: 
Williams College seeks an inspiring, collaborative and strategic leader for the Director of Facilities position. Reporting to the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Campus Planning and Operations, the Director will oversee the organizational, functional, and administrative aspects of the Facilities department including operating policies and procedures, personnel and budget management, program maintenance and repair; services for effective maintenance and operation of buildings, grounds, equipment, vehicle fleet; and support for events and on and off-campus rental property. The Director will play a key role in the strategic renewal of buildings and landscape, and manage the College’s space and facilities database,
 
 
Communication and Change Management: 
The Facilities team is transitioning to a more strategic and proactive mode of operation. The operations respond to and inform campus-wide initiatives such as a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and changes to the capital and renewal planning processes. Other changes will include: upcoming replacement of the integrated work management system, and creation of a space inventory and database aligned with the campus GIS resource. The department is updating standards and moving towards greater integration with sustainable design and operations. They are a key partner on capital projects, planning for major renewal initiatives underway for athletics, housing, dining, and utilities infrastructure, and in implementing the College’s framework plan. The Facilities Director will be a key participant in and lead the Facilities team through these efforts interfacing with campus partners as required. Experience with similar and successful change management is desired.
 
The successful candidate will focus on effective communication within the Facilities Department and with clients across the campus. They will work closely with the AVP of Campus Planning and Operations and the Assistant Director for Planning, Design, and Construction on departmental policies and procedures, promoting teamwork and collaboration, and ensuring proactive coordination between construction and operations. This position will be required to create and provide presentations to Board of Trustee meetings, Williams College Senior staff and leadership teams, and other campus groups.
 
 
General Responsibilities: 
• Provide strong team leadership, deep operations expertise, and committed stewardship of the college's buildings, landscape and infrastructure through clear goals and metrics including safety, compliance and energy and environmental efficiency. Effectively lead and manage a staff of over 160 individuals with three to four direct reports.
• Use collaborative skills, a customer-centric approach, and current and relevant data on facilities condition, organizational effectiveness and best practices to support the mission and strategic priorities of the department and college. 
• Monitor, analyze, and work closely with the Budget Director to develop and track the Department's operating budget. Develop and implement systems and processes for staff effectiveness and accountability. Regularly track and analyze the budget to ensure spending for the greatest value.
• Utilize appropriate technology systems for asset inventory, condition and the college's data and information tracking needs. This entails working closely with Gordian, an external company that maintains and analyzes building information to compile a ten-year plan and strategy for planned building, systems, landscape, and infrastructure renewal.
• Prepare, update, and implement a strategic plan for the department, including resource projections for future needs, continuous improvement, staff training and development, and other changes to motivate staff and strengthen partnerships with other departments on campus.
• Work closely with the Associate VP for Campus Planning and Operations and the Assistant Director for Planning-Design-Construction to develop short- and long-range plans for maintenance, renovation, and major renewal of building, landscape and infrastructure projects; and to ensure a safe, sustainable, and inclusive environment for the College.
• Research, develop, and make recommendations on projects and issues that the Associate Vice President assigns, which require coordination across college departments.
• Ensure department and contractor compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal building codes and regulations: fire & life safety codes, building codes, environmental regulations, OSHA regulations and oversee quality control, finish level, and function of all work performed. Ensure compliance with college policies. Communicate schedules, milestones, costs, and status to supervisors, stakeholders, and the college community. 
 
 
Qualifications: 
Required
• A Bachelor's degree in a related field with eight or more years of relevant experience as a senior facilities manager in a complex multi-building facility or the equivalent combination of education and experience; 
• Deep experience with managing organizational and process changes and communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and clients; 
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills and ability to use data to guide decision-making; 
• Broad intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for fresh ideas; and 
• Excellent coaching and mentoring skills, and working with a diverse team, that foster and support a collegial style of leadership.
 
Preferred: 
• Advanced degree in a related field;
• Experience at an independent school, college, university, higher education, or other large complex organization committed to service.

To Apply: please submit a resume and cover letter to Nick Nixon at NickN@helblingsearch.com

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Director of Facilities Operations
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

This is a senior level position responsible for the policies and procedures for campus-wide Facilities Operations. The Director assists in policy discussions with respect to reducing the University’s carbon footprint, operational sustainability goals and proposals related to energy conservation projects as well as monitors energy use and works with the University’s energy consultant to ensure best energy model and costs. The Director continually monitors all Facilities operational activities to assure the mission requirements are effectively fulfilled and prepares and maintains operational plans while measuring and reporting performance against those plans including work order performance. The Director is responsible for managing and developing multiple project/operations budgets and assists with overall Facilities Management budget process, personnel, staffing, equipment, consumable supply requirements and vendor relations necessary to provide efficient delivery of services to all campuses. The incumbent collaborates with stakeholders and groups to coordinate and support the University’s academic and research activity, manages special events and participates in responding to campus emergencies, including weather events, snow removal, floods, fires and building access.
 
UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits* such as:
 
• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• State Pension Retirement Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
• Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
• And More!
 
*For a detailed summary of benefits for this position, please navigate ESU Benefits
 
Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship not available.  The review of applications will be ongoing. The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth (UMassD) is located in the beautiful ocean side community of Dartmouth, about an hour south of Boston, a half-hour east of Providence, and a half-hour west of Cape Cod. It offers a world-class education to more than 7,500 undergraduate and graduate students each year in nearly 60 undergraduate and 50 graduate (MS & PhD) programs offered by the College of Engineering, College of Nursing, Charlton College of Business, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Visual and Performing Arts, School of Law and School for Marine Science and Technology. UMassD has transformed the lives of more than 50,000 alumni and distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research. UMassD is the only Massachusetts national research university south of Boston and serves as a catalyst for the development of marine science and technology industries along the south coast of Massachusetts.
 
The University of Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class. UMass Dartmouth reserves the right to conduct background checks on potential employees. UMass Dartmouth reserves the right to conduct background checks on potential employees.

 

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University Architect
New Mexico State University

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE OFFICIALLY APPLIED TO AT CAREERS.NMSU.EDU. POSTING #501388

This position will report directly to the Associate Vice President of NMSU Facilities & Services.

• Supervise, direct, delegate, and evaluate work of assigned staff
• Elicits input from the President, the Provost, and the Community College Presidents for the annual capital outlay request for all NMSU Institutions, prior to submission to the NMSU Board of Regents for approval
• Provide support to Campus Master Planning Process;
• Provide support to a Facilities Planning process to ensure that Capital Outlay process and annual Building Renewal and Replacement (BRR) allocations function to meet the mission of NMSU
• Work closely with Space Management, Housing and Auxiliaries Services planners, Parking and Transportation, the Provost's Office, the Office of Real Estate, Athletics, the Ag Science Centers, Physical Plant Conditions Auditors, and the Community Colleges to accomplish NMSU and F&S Mission
• Chairs the Campus Planning Committee, administers the selection of Architects and Engineers; provides technical support to Disabilities Advisory Committee
• Oversees the preparation of all submittals to NM Higher Education Department (NMHED) and assists in the presentation to NMHED in the Capital Outlay Hearing
• Presents major capital outlay projects to the Campus Planning Committee, the University Executive Council, the NMHED Capital Projects Committee, and the NM State Board of Finance (SBoF) for approval
• Acts as the University's liaison with New Mexico Art in coordinating Art in Public Places for capital outlay projects
• Collaborates with the Director of Sustainability to identify sustainability goals and actions for campus
• Represent the University on local planning committees
• Play an essential role in planning for the stewardship of historic resources and provides guidance on major changes
• Use space management software to make data-driven decisions regarding allocation of space.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

EEO Statement
NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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Senior Director for Campus Design
Dartmouth College

Position Overview: Dartmouth College is seeking a Senior Director for Campus Design to lead strategic planning and operational initiatives concerning the design of campus properties. This role is pivotal in establishing design standards and overseeing the design process for buildings, landscaping, and hardscaping across Dartmouth's campus, which encompasses over 6.5 million square feet across 165 buildings.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement design standards focusing on architecture, materials, sustainability, and landscape.
  • Facilitate collaboration with project teams in selecting design partners, including architects and consultants.
  • Enhance and guide the design review process.
  • Provide design advice for various projects and conduct studies for evaluation.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or a related field.
  • At least 10 years of experience in campus planning and design, preferably within a similar environment.
  • Licensure as an architect in New Hampshire, or the ability to obtain it via reciprocity within one year.
  • Proven experience in developing design standards and managing design processes.
  • Experience in sustainability or high-performance buildings is preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license required.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related field.
  • 15 years of relevant experience, focusing on both built and natural environments.

 

Location and Employment Details:

  • Position is based in Hanover, NH.
  • Full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $190,000 to $220,000.
  • Onsite work only, no remote work eligibility.

 

Diversity Commitment: Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. For inquiries, contact the Campus Services Recruiter at Celia@Dartmouth.edu 

 

Additional Information: For more about the role, including specific responsibilities, please visit the posting link: Senior Director for Campus Design Job Posting . 

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