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Job Express: Week of June 2, 2025

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General Administration & Management

Director of Physical Plant
Lee University, Cleveland, TN

Operations & Maintenance

Associate Director, Custodial and Waste Services
Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC

Energy & Utilities

University Director - Design Services
UConn Health, Farmington, CT

Director of Physical Plant
Lee University

What We're Looking For

The Lee University Department of Business and Finance is looking for a Director of Physical Plant. The Director serves as a mission-aligned leader responsible for the stewardship, maintenance, and ongoing care of the University’s buildings, grounds, and physical infrastructure. In support of the University’s Christ-centered mission and values, the Director provides strategic and operational oversight of all facilities functions—including maintenance, custodial services, groundskeeping, and small-scale renovations—ensuring the campus remains a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for learning, worship, service, and community engagement.

This position requires a collaborative leader who models integrity, service, and stewardship in managing physical resources and leading a diverse facilities team in a manner consistent with the institution’s Christian values.

What You Will Do

  1. Mission-Focused Leadership & Operations Management
    • Provide visionary leadership and hands-on oversight of campus facilities operations, including building maintenance, custodial services, and grounds care.
    • Foster a culture of service, stewardship, and excellence within the Physical Plant team that reflects the institution’s faith-based mission.
  2. Campus Planning & Facilities Renewal
    • Direct the planning and execution of in-house renovations, repairs, and deferred maintenance projects.
    • Collaborate with external contractors and vendors, ensuring project alignment with institutional goals, campus aesthetics, and budget parameters.
    • Contribute to campus master planning efforts and support capital project implementation as needed.
  3. Event Support & Community Collaboration
    • Coordinate facilities services to support campus events, chapel services, academic functions, and student life activities.
    • Partner with departments across campus to ensure facilities support enhances the University’s mission and outreach.
  4. Compliance & Risk Management
    • Ensure adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations, including fire safety, OSHA, ADA, environmental, and health standards.
    • Promote a strong safety culture through regular training, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness initiatives.
  5. Strategic Budget & Resource Management
    • Develop and manage the Physical Plant’s annual operating and maintenance budget with a focus on wise stewardship of University resources.
    • Implement systems for preventive maintenance and long-term asset planning to optimize the life cycle of University facilities.
  6. Personnel Development & Team Leadership
    • Hire, supervise, and mentor a diverse team of skilled facilities staff, fostering professional development and shared purpose.
    • Encourage a workplace culture marked by mutual respect, teamwork, accountability, and spiritual growth.
  7. Policy Implementation & Sustainability
    • Establish and enforce operational policies and procedures that promote efficiency, safety, and environmental stewardship.
    • Explore and implement sustainable practices that support the University’s commitment to resource responsibility.
  8. Reporting & Institutional Support
    • Provide regular briefings and reports to the Vice President for Business and Finance regarding facilities operations, ongoing projects, and strategic needs.
    • Actively support the University’s mission by aligning departmental goals with the broader vision and values of Christian higher education.
    • All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President of Business & Finance.

What You Can Expect

As part of the Lee family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, time off, tuition assistance, and automatic retirement contributions. Lee has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.

What You Should Know

  • Safely move heavy items in excess of 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Required to perform 24/7 on-call duties, including responding to emergencies, after-hours requests, and urgent operational needs as necessary.
  • This position operates University vehicles and requires an active Driver’s License in good standing.
  • A background check will be required after a conditional job offer is made.

Skill & Knowledge Requirements

  • Demonstrated leadership in facilities operations within a higher education or mission-driven organization
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing significant capital projects, operational budgets, physical plant systems, project management, regulatory compliance, and safety standards
  • A service-oriented leadership style marked by integrity, humility, and a commitment to Christian values
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
  • Proven ability to engage diverse stakeholder groups, manage complex projects, and ensure alignment with institutional mission and values
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse campus stakeholders and serve as a faithful steward of institutional resources

Education & Experience

  • A Bachelor's degree in related fields of Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration is required. Advanced degrees in related fields are preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in facilities management
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (IFMA), Facility Maintenance Professional (IFMA), or Master Facility Executive (BOMI International) preferred

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Lee and our mission. Also, explore our great hometown of Cleveland and the many opportunities to engage locally.

To be a part of the most compelling mission in higher education, submit a resume and cover letter to Janell Satterfield at jsatterfield@leeuniversity.edu.

CEFP preferred.

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Associate Director, Custodial and Waste Services
Wake Forest University

Summary

Responsible for oversight of Custodial and Waste Services on the Wake Forest properties on the Reynolda, Wake Downtown, and off-campus properties. Ensures that staff and equipment are available to support standard departmental processes. Oversees employee training and collaborates with managers to ensure compliance with the highest standards in cleanliness and sanitation across all areas of responsibility. Supports the Director for initiatives and programs as required.

Essential Functions

  • Provides oversight of custodial operations, including staff assignment and procurement of equipment/supplies necessary to meet departmental needs. 

  • Sets goals and objectives for cleaning and waste teams that ensure building cleanliness, proper waste management, and employee safety. 

  • Collaborate with managers to ensure adherence to quality control programs to inspect buildings and university property on a regular basis and report on those findings. Seeks continuous improvement by monitoring industry trends and taking maximum advantage of technologies and equipment to maximize efficiency. 

  • Establish and oversee training programs. Assess training programs over time to ensure adherence to the newest and most effective practices and employee safety.

  • Ensures managers and supervisors are well educated on the management of staff and equipment.  

  • Ensures employees are thoroughly trained in proper techniques and standards. 

  • Build effective formal and informal communication channels with stakeholders by soliciting information regarding needs, goals, and priorities to ensure the highest levels of satisfaction.

  • Implements changes as needed to improve services. 

  • Provides effective human resources management of staff, including effectively managing the annual evaluation process; maintaining a safe, productive and inclusive environment; manages recruitment process; makes recommendations regarding disciplinary actions, promotions, and annual merit increases; reviewing timesheets; and complying with applicable EEO laws and policies. 

  • Responsible for directing the equipment repair and preventative maintenance program so that equipment performs as designed and is safe to operate.

  • Assists the Director in overseeing departmental operations.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field with three years of experience in custodial services and 3-5 years of experience managing and supervising in custodial services or equivalent knowledge and experience.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of custodial principles and practices including experience with techniques for cleaning institutional facilities, operation of modern custodial equipment, appropriate use of environmentally friendly cleaning supplies, and proper handling/disposal of trash and recycling.

  • Experienced in the methods and techniques of planning and organizing teams for efficient operations.

  • Knowledge of related federal, state, and local regulations. Ensures compliance with EPA, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.

  • Ability to administer human resources programs, to include recruitment, training and disciplinary actions.

  • Skills in organization and ability to plan ahead to maximize efficiency based on resources available.

  • Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and management skills.

  • Ability to effectively speak and present information to a large group.

  • Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbal and in writing sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

  • Ability to meet requirements of University’s auto insurance.


Physical requirements

  • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Ability to reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and complete repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Subject to handling cleaning chemicals.

Accountabilities

Management and oversight of custodians through managers and team leaders.  Provides training, work direction and problem solving assistance for staff members.

Apply at wfu.edu/careers

 

 

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University Director - Design Services
UConn Health

Excellence, Teamwork, Leadership and Innovation. These are the values that define UConn Health, and we are looking for team members that share these same values. Our top-rated organization is looking for a full-time University Director, Design Services, for the in-house planning and design of select capital projects, as well as the evaluation of codes and regulations related to existing and new spaces. This position will also oversee the space management for UConn Health system. This role is based at the Farmington Campus.

At UConn Health, this position directs all aspects of planning and design including project staffing, planning, scheduling, budgeting, compliance, and regulations for all capital renovation and construction project activities across campuses.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general direction of the Assistant Vice President for Campus Planning, Design & Construction or under the general direction of an employee of higher grade.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Directs the staff and operations of all planning and design staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Performs daily oversight and management of planning and design services including staff issues such as recruiting, hiring, training, grievances, performance evaluation, and promotions; disciplinary actions including corrective action, and termination; developing high-level staff, directly or through subordinate supervisors.
  • Develops and implements policies, procedures, guidelines, and standardization for planning, space management, design, cost estimation, selection of design professionals, building material, design process, project staffing, quality control, and documentation for facilities management and maintenance.
  • Participates in committees and liaisons with internal and external stakeholders for planning, design approvals, authorizations, zoning, funding initiatives, budgeting and problem resolutions.
  • Develops and oversees in-house staff for developing systems to maintain information, reports, design, pre-design projects and activities, design standards, feasibility studies, design documents, code and regulations, compliance, and quality assurance.
  • Directs and oversees the pre-design studies, project scope, plans, budgets, bids, coordination of architectural and engineering work, adherence to compliance and regulations, standardization, maintenance, and quality for various campus planning, space management, and resource utilization across locations.
  • Interfaces with Finance and Capital Budget staff concerning budgets, funding, allocations, and approval status of proposed, requested, and authorized projects and planning initiatives.
  • Assists and represents the department and UConn Health as needed with the state of Connecticut and associated cities and towns in project planning and design-related issues.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Considerable knowledge of planning and architectural design.
  • Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of space management.
  • Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures.
  • Considerable knowledge of relevant State and Federal laws, statutes, and regulations.
  • Considerable knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of building design, construction and renovation.
  • Considerable knowledge of applicable codes; structural, mechanical, electrical, and other applicable systems.
  • Knowledge of building estimating methods and procedures.
  • Considerable interpersonal oral and written communication skills.
  • Considerable knowledge of architectural CAD, BIM, 3D modeling, and related applications.
  • Supervisory skills with the ability to direct and interact with individuals of varying skills and knowledge levels.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

GENERAL EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor of Architecture degree.
  • Six (6) years of experience as a licensed architect, in the planning and design of renovation, and new construction projects.

SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience must have been in a supervisory capacity in the planning and design of research and medical projects.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Required to maintain CT Architecture license during employment.

SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

To Apply: https://jobs.uchc.edu/. Search # 2025-1160

WHY UCONN HEALTH

UConn Health is a vibrant, integrated academic medical center that is entering an era of unprecedented growth in all three areas of its mission: academics, research, and clinical care. A commitment to human health and well-being has been of utmost importance to UConn Health since the founding of the University of Connecticut schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine in 1961. Based on a strong foundation of groundbreaking research, first-rate education, and quality clinical care, we have expanded our medical missions over the decades. In just over 50 years, UConn Health has evolved to encompass more research endeavors, to provide more ways to access our superior care, and to innovate both practical medicine and our methods of educating the practitioners of tomorrow.

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