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Associate Director for Facility Operations
University Housing, University of Georgia
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
The University of Georgia is a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities to higher education. Located approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, it is also the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. Its motto, “to teach, to serve, and to inquire into the nature of things,” reflects the University’s integral and unique role in the conservation and enhancement of the state’s and nation’s intellectual, cultural and environmental heritage.
UNIVERSITY HOUSING
University Housing’s mission is to provide comfortable, affordable and secure on-campus housing options in residential communities where the academic success and personal growth of residents are encouraged and supported. University Housing operates as a self-supporting auxiliary unit within the Division of Student Affairs. More than 8,000 students live on campus, where University Housing manages more than 2.8 million square feet of space in 22 residence halls, 20 apartment buildings, four Greek Park houses and 18 buildings on UGA’s nearby Health Sciences Campus. The department employs more than 700 staff members to conduct the operations of a comprehensive and integrated student housing organization.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Please visit UGA HR website at http://hr.uga.edu/benefits to view additional benefits that UGA has to offer.
APPLCIATION PROCESS
In order to apply and for further information about the position, candidates must use this link to access the posting: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/184895
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
POSTION FUNCTION SUMMARY:
This is an administrative management position responsible for coordinating, planning, organizing, and directing the area residential facilities functions for the Health Sciences Campus and facilities support functions with the facilities unit of University Housing. Support functions include technical trades, work control, administrative support and training support. Technical trades include locksmiths, HVAC technicians and electricians. This position shall aid in the development and vision of the team and efficiency improvements to serve over 8,000 residents. This includes training and providing career growth to staff, ensuring efficient and accurate communications within the department and ensuring efficient and accurate
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 4 years of experience in lieu of the bachelor’s degree.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree and 10 years of relevant experience or career military service with significant leadership and operational responsibilities.
- Experience directly managing facilities operations, maintenance or building services.
- Experience with the collegiate residential experience.
Chief Facilities Officer
Olympic College
Join a team dedicated to supporting staff, faculty and student success!
About the College
Olympic College is a public two-year community college accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities that educates more than 11,000 students a year. The College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from women, people of color, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Olympic College is located on the scenic Kitsap Peninsula across the Puget Sound from the city of Seattle. Kitsap is surrounded by 236 miles of saltwater shoreline and centrally located between the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges, affording spectacular views of mountains and water from every vantage point.
Olympic College has joined Achieving the Dream (ATD), a comprehensive reform movement of more than 220 community colleges, each committed to helping students achieve their college and career goals. These colleges have a laser focus on equity, closing achievement gaps, and increasing graduation rates with an emphasis on low-income students, first-generation students and students of color, groups that have been traditionally underserved at all colleges.
About the Position
Olympic College is recruiting to fill the position of Chief Facilities Officer. Olympic College seeks innovative and creative leadership that is dedicated to transforming the lives of students by promoting equity and closing achievement gaps. As an Achieving the Dream college, Olympic College is committed to equity and access in our institutional work and we have made a long-term, sustainable commitment to improving student success.
Olympic College is recruiting to fill a full-time administrative position for Senior Facilities Officer, the College's Chief Facilities Officer. This position reports to the Vice President of Administration; it is a key divisional executive responsible for the Division's overarching goals of creating a great place to work, learn, and grow. This position is specifically responsible for providing comprehensive educational facilities services, including facilities capital projects ( planning, design, construction) and facilities operations, including major/minor capital projects, buildings, grounds, custodial services, sustainability, and energy management. This position supervises the exempt and classified positions responsible for the day-to-day management of these functions. The Senior Facilities Officer works closely with other senior leaders to ensure a collaborative approach in identifying and solving campus challenges.
For more information and to apply please visit:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic
We look forward to hearing from you!
Olympic College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator
Appliance Maintenance Technician, Carpenter Maintenance Technician, & HVAC Maintenance Technician
Whitman College
Employment Opportunities in Facilities Services at Whitman College
Located in the historic community of Walla Walla, Whitman’s beautiful tree-lined campus is home to an intellectually dynamic, diverse, and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty and 1,500 students. With an endowment exceeding $500 million, fiercely loyal alumni, exceptional students, and accomplished faculty and staff, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence ranking as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country.
Whitman College welcomes applications for several great employment opportunities in Facilities Services. We are hiring for Appliance Maintenance Technician, Carpenter Maintenance Technician, Custodian, and HVAC Maintenance Technician. Position descriptions and applications can be found at https://www.whitman.edu/
Assistant Director, Project Management and Construction
University of Maryland College Park
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK
DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION
POSITION # 100973
The University of Maryland, College Park is a Top 20 research university and the flagship university of the University of Maryland System. The Department of Residential Facilities provides the principal facilities management services for the 2.2 million square feet of undergraduate residence halls in 50+ buildings, 21 fraternity/sorority buildings, and 313,000 square feet of recreation facilities in three buildings on the campus of the University of Maryland System. The FY 2020 Residential Facilities budget exceeded $54.1 million and represents 275 full time employees.
Responsibilities
The Assistant Director provides overall leadership of Project Management and Construction projects within the department. The position oversees the planning, management and execution of a diverse set of building, infrastructure, life safety and site projects. Through supervision/leadership of section staff, the incumbent is required to ensure:
- building conditions/problems are properly evaluated,
- long term maintenance and project priorities and budgets are established,
- project/maintenance schedules are coordinated with building occupancies,
- project requirements and specifications are well written and clearly communicated,
- projects are well coordinated with other involved campus agencies/departments, and projects are completed on-schedule, within budget, and within developed quality standards.
The position also assists with the department’s management of the capital building renovation program for the campus’ fraternities/sororities and residence halls along with other Student Affairs projects and priorities.
Minimum Qualifications
Education - Bachelors degree, preferably in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
Experience and Skills – At least ten years directing facilities project management and/or construction, with experience managing projects of similar type, size and scope. At least 5 years’ supervisory experience directing Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents or similar professionals. Experience must include demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience of staff, and the direct and independent responsibility for the investigation and resolution of a wide range of facilities capital and maintenance issues. Experience must include the management of building restoration, building systems, retrofit and large scale capital building renovation and new construction projects. Strong communication skills, knowledge of MS Word and Excel are required. Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Salary and Benefits: Salary starting around $120,000. Position gets 22 days of annual/vacation leave, 14 paid holidays and 15 days of sick leave provided annually. Tuition remission up to 8 credits per semester. Eligibility to participate in group health insurance, prescription drug, life insurance and retirement programs.
To Apply: apply to ejobs.umd.edu. Application materials must include a (1) cover letter highlighting relevant experience and skills; (2) a chronological resume clearly listing related job duties, (3) three professional references; and (4) a separate list of building maintenance and/or construction projects managed over the past two years. List should include dates of project, dollar value, and a brief description of the scope of work and your assigned project duties. For best consideration, submit all materials by March 12, 2021.
The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Campus Architect III/IV/V
Auburn University
Campus Architect III/IV/V
Requisition Number S565P
Job Summary
Provides architectural management, support, and oversight of project scopes, budgets, contracts, designs, bidding, construction and compliance with codes and standards, and day-to-day operational and tactical aspects associated with various projects and facilities.
Essential Functions
Performs architectural design functions by preparing schematics, working drawings, and specifications for projects of a complex nature. Coordinates projects to include scheduling, budgeting, monitoring cost and resolving client issues. Selects and manages the services of architects, engineers, and consultants. Performs periodic construction inspections and prepares and distributes reports to appropriate personnel. Collects data for use in the formulation of university design standards and maintains approved design criteria and/or code compliance requirements. Coordinates and oversees the design and production of drawings and specifications with each of the required disciplines within the department. Coordinates with other units, internal and external, to receive and distribute estimates and bids of construction costs for user/client approval.
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Degree in Architecture required for Level III.
4 years of experience
Salary Range: $45,100 - $75,100
Experience in principles and practices of architectural design
Level IV: requires a B.S. in Architecture or a closely related field AND licensed as an Architect in the state of Alabama
Salary Range: $51,900 – $86,400
Level V: requires a B.S. in Architecture or closely related field, licensure as an Architect in the state of Alabama, and 3 years of progressive architecture experience as a Licensed Architect. Experience must include at least 3 years at the preceding level or equivalent.
Salary Range: $59,700 – $99,600
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Valid Driver’s License; must be a Licensed Architect in the state of Alabama in order to promote to levels 4, 5, and 6 of the job family.
Salary Range: $45,100 - $99,600
Quick Link: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/20759
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
University of Georgia
This position reports directly to the Engineering Director. Responsible for work in design, development, and alteration and repair of existing UGA campus buildings. Responsible for supervising others in plan, design, and estimates of various projects. Assignments are varied and applicant is expected to have a wide range of project experience in mechanical and plumbing areas. Applicant is expected to make technical decisions and to exercise considerable initiative and creativity within the scope of policy directives.
This position regularly interacts with FMD senior management and other staff members. The position also works closely with stakeholders throughout campus and outside consultants, contractors, and vendors. This position has a high degree of autonomy in decision making. This individual has a high impact on the operations. Serves as in-house expert support FMD shops, provides quality mechanical designs, and assists customers throughout campus, decisions and actions impact the infrastructure of UGA. Knowledge and experience in modern building alteration and construction methods and materials and preparation of estimates, specifications is required. Also knowledgeable in the following areas:
- The principles and methods of surveying and inspecting sites and buildings preparatory to planning and design proposed alterations
- Ability to review, analyze and make recommendations regarding designs, plans and specifications
- Ability to plan and supervise the work of technical and professional subordinates
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Computer aided design (AutoCAD 2010 or later), Revit 2018 and later and other design software
- Strong working knowledge of HVAC Controls and the ability to prepare schematic control diagrams, I/O summaries and sequences of operation and to understand P&IDs.
Design, draw, and detail in-house renovation projects of mechanical systems for execution by outside contractors and/or university staff. Typical projects include renovations of laboratory spaces, replacement of chillers, boilers, pumps, etc. Provide Engineering support to O&M including trouble shooting and analysis of existing infrastructure (chiller plants, steam, and air-distribution).
Manage contracted design professionals. Effort includes negotiation of fees, creation of scope, review of submitted reports and construction documents, resolution of construction related issues and review payment requests. Review OUA projects posted to Bluebeam for review.
Execute construction administration activities including inspections, submittal reviews, RFI responses, etc. Supervision of Junior Mechanical engineers and designers. Includes task assignment, review work products, annual performance evaluation. Promote employee development and accountability.
This position is required to be registered as a certified mechanical engineer with the state of Georgia.
Please apply for this position at the following location:
EFP required and CEFP preferred.
