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Closing Date: Type of Position: Management - Facilities Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Monticello UAM, one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is located in southeastern Arkansas in the beautiful timberlands, rich in outdoor recreation activities, and approximately 100 miles south of Little Rock. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master’s degree programs. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please submit a request via the OEOC website: Applicants are required to submit a request for each position to which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 870-460-1422. Department: Finance and Administration Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Director of Facilities Management is a senior leadership position responsible for the planning, operation, maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of all university facilities, grounds, utilities, and infrastructure. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, the Director provides strategic oversight of facilities operations, custodial and grounds services, capital construction and renovation projects, environmental health and safety programs, regulatory compliance, energy management, and sustainability initiatives. The position ensures that campus facilities remain safe, functional, attractive, and supportive of the university’s educational mission. The Director manages departmental personnel, budgets, contracts, vendors, and long-term facilities planning while providing direct oversight of supervisors responsible for building maintenance, custodial services, and grounds operations. The position oversees multiple operational areas, including maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, utilities, grounds, custodial, fleet, and administrative services, ensuring coordinated and effective campus operations. Responsibilities include developing departmental goals and procedures, directing preventive maintenance programs, overseeing campus construction and deferred maintenance projects, managing operating and capital budgets, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and safety standards, leading emergency response efforts, and identifying opportunities for operational efficiencies and infrastructure improvements. Essential Job Duties: o Provide technical expertise and assistance in the areas of facilities maintenance, renovations, project management, and energy-saving programs, general management, and specific projects/programs as required o Plan, control, and direct overall facilities activities to include management of resources, support services, and personnel; prepared and monitored budgets for capital planning and construction. o Development of short- and long-term facility operations and maintenance goals for the University and workload measures to assess success and progress in pursuit of goals. o Develop strategies and procedures for capital improvement(s) toward the reduction of the deferred maintenance backlog. o Implement policy, strategies, and training programs necessary to ensure that activities of staff, faculty, and students take place in safe, healthy, clean, and environmentally responsible buildings and campus venues. o Oversee and develop continual operational improvements including daily operations, personnel management, policy and procedure development, process evaluation, training, customer service, and contract management. o Manage\oversight of administrative affairs and services of all plant operations departments. Coordinate and direct workload and program(s) priorities of plant operations department's and staff. o Coordinate campus-wide capital improvement projects. Provide oversight and project management of contracted facility construction and renovation projects to ensure compliance with specifications, code, and compatibility with the University’s mission and Master Plan objectives. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, business administration or related field is required. (6) to (10) years of increasing facility management experience, preferably in higher education, with four (4) years at the senior level. Preferred Qualifications: An advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge in all areas of plant operations. To include custodial, grounds, maintenance, shipping & receiving, and transportation. Knowledge and experience with energy monitoring\management systems. Fundamental knowledge of codes, regulations, and laws pertaining to construction, environment, and conservation. Knowledge of bid specification and contracting procedures. Experience working with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants on varying levels of projects. Familiarity with safety regulations, fire prevention measures, regulations for handling HAZMAT, and disaster response procedures. Collaborative and collegial with internal and external groups to\of the institution. The ability to think strategically\managerially align institutional goals and priorities with available resources. Leadership skills are necessary to motivate, evaluate, and manage\supervise staff. Fluent with analytical tools and concepts to review financial\budget requirements for Plant Operations. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to work in both office and field environments and respond to emergencies outside normal business hours. Qualification Equivalencies: Additional Information: Working Relationships Ability to work in\with dynamic team(s) of diverse faculty, staff, and students in accomplishing University goals and objectives. Special Job Dimensions: Work performed primarily in an office setting. Occasional travel may be required. Extended hours are occasionally required. While principally supervisory and administrative in nature, the position does require limited exposure of the incumbent to hazardous chemicals and work conditions involving electrical systems, machinery, and heavy equipment. Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Alex Becker, Vice Chancellor for Finance & Administration beckera@uamont.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity: Driving Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting Benefits Eligible: Yes The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of 18 unique campuses, divisions and administrative units that share the singular goal of serving Arkansas residents and others by developing and sharing knowledge to impact an ever-changing world. The UA System provides access to academic and professional education, and develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, staff and faculty. The system further promotes an atmosphere of excellence that honors the heritage and diversity of our state and nation. It provides students, researchers and professionals with tools to promote responsible stewardship of human, natural and financial resources in Arkansas and around the globe, and with workforce-relevant knowledge to enhance economic development efforts that improve the overall quality of life and societal well-being. 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