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General Administration & Management
Assistant Director of Facilities
Cochise College
The Assistant Director of Facilities is responsible for providing oversight and leadership for day-to-day facilities operations and facilities project management, maintaining staffing and project vendor work scheduling and recordkeeping, ensuring consistent performance standards and workplace safety, overseeing building automation systems and maintenance management programs, manages teams to maintain safe, functional and sustainable learning environments, complies with federal, state and local regulations, and collaborates in developing strategic planning and budgeting.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Applied Science, or related field from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education, AND
Five (5) years of experience in facilities management position, including serving in a supervisor role for at least two years or other related job positions, AND
Two (2) years of experience in project management and database software
Possess a valid state issued driver’s license and must meet and maintain a driving record to be approved for coverage under the college’s motor vehicle insurance policy
Other formal training schools and certifications are a plus
Preference may be given to individuals who possess the ability to communicate in Spanish and English, verbally and in writing
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision and may require working early morning shifts in a variety of climatic conditions. May work in a typical classroom or laboratory setting with appropriate climate controls and includes exposure to mechanical and chemical hazards. May work with potentially hazardous chemicals that could include, but are not limited to, cleaning agents, sanitizers, fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides.
Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: manual dexterity, ability to communicate, lifting, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, stooping, turning/twisting, balancing, reaching and handling with varying frequencies. Incumbent is required to live within 30 minutes commute of Douglas Campus in order to be responsive to emergency callouts.
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, incumbents may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach or handle
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important
Manager, Building Automation and Commissioning
Northern Arizona University
Manager, Building Automation and Commissioning
Northern Arizona University seeks a Manager, Building Automation and Commissioning to lead campus commissioning, controls, and energy management. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Utility Services, this on-site role oversees building automation, capital and retrofit commissioning, energy audits, data analysis, and vendors. The position leads and trains staff, develops procedures, supports sustainability and carbon neutrality goals, and collaborates across Facilities, ITS, and campus partners.
Requires a relevant bachelor's degree, 4 years of experience, 1 year of supervisory experience, and a valid AZ driver's license.
Salary range: $89,551-$111,683.
On-call and emergency response req.
Apply online at https://apptrkr.com/7042038
Campus Fire Marshal
University of Arkansas
Campus Fire Marshal
The Campus Fire Marshal serves as the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for the University of Arkansas. This role ensures campus-wide fire and life safety by enforcing codes, inspecting complex building systems, and bridging the gap between education and enforcement. The Fire Marshal protects a dynamic campus environment by reviewing construction plans, managing hazardous materials compliance, and leading emergency response coordination.
Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
- At least six (6) years of experience in fire/life safety and International Building/Fire Code application
- At least three (3) years of supervisory or mid- to senior-level management experience
- Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Engineering, Safety, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
- Experience in higher education or a similarly complex environment
- Certification as a Fire Prevention Officer or Fire Marshal or equivalent.
- Experience with modern fire safety technologies, data management systems, and digital plan review tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel/Outlook)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local fire and life safety regulations and standards
- Ability to interpret and apply regulations
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate robust and collaborative relationships inside and outside the organization
- Ability to engage and direct emergency response actions and knowledge of the Incident Command System
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex fire investigation data and make timely decisions in high-pressure situations
- Knowledge of modern fire safety technologies, data management systems, and digital plan review tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel/Outlook)
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/7062049
Manager, Operations & Maintenance, USask Facilities
University of Saskatchewan
- Provides strategic leadership for campus operations and maintenance services across infrastructure, buildings, systems, and life safety equipment.
- Leads organizational and operational change initiatives that enhance service delivery, resource use, and overall effectiveness.
- Manages operational and multi-year budgets, staffing plans, maintenance programs, and renewal initiatives with a focus on sustainability and fiscal stewardship.
- Manages the full employee lifecycle of supervisory and skilled trades staff including hiring, workload distributions, professional development, and performance management, including issuing progressive discipline.
- Develops and implements short- and long-term maintenance strategies, service level agreements, and operational plans aligned with academic, research, and institutional priorities.
- Manages operational performance and accountability within the department by monitoring organizational standards for consistent application and resolving complex operational issues across assigned teams and work environments.
- Manages workplace culture and team effectiveness by addressing unproductive behaviors, and interpersonal conflict, and fostering a professional, high-performance work environment.
- Establishes performance metrics, reviews operational outcomes, and implements service improvements with appropriate quality controls.
- Builds and sustains collaborative relationships with campus partners, academic units, and internal stakeholders to address needs and priorities.
- Is accountable to the Facilities Team Charter and is aligned with the purpose, vision, and values and holds themselves and each other accountable to it.
- Monitors compliance with university policies, collective agreements, occupational health and safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Contributes to leadership initiatives, cross-functional projects, and institutional priorities.
- Participates in planning and stewardship of capital renewal and major maintenance initiatives.
- Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment.
- Builds and leads diverse teams, champions inclusive leadership, and values different perspectives.
- Engages in and supports the understanding and growth of employees with the frameworks, initiatives and activities relating to equity, diversity and inclusion and Indigenous engagement.
- Undertakes related duties, as assigned, consistent with the nature of the position.
- A bachelor’s degree in operations management or related field.
- Facility or property management training or professional designation is an asset.
- Minimum of five years of related experience in management or leadership roles within service-oriented, complex operational environments.
- Experience in facilities operations, maintenance, construction, or large-scale institutional commercial, or industrial environments.
- Experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
- Knowledge of applicable codes, legislation, regulatory frameworks, and industry standards related to facilities management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, including coaching, performance management, and workforce planning.
- Strong financial and business acumen with experience managing operational and multi-year budgets.
- Strong relationship building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders in a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong change leadership skills.
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, enterprise systems, AiM, Banner, and PeopleSoft.