Director of Facilities Operations
Company:
Appalachian State University
Job Location:
Boone, North Carolina
Category:
Facilities Management
Location
Boone, NC
Faculty Rank: No
Position Number: 092501
Department: Facilities Operations - Administration - 410000
Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a technical field from an accredited University.
License/Certification Required
Registration as Professional Engineer or Project Management Professional or ability to obtain by reciprocity a plus. - Minimum (10) years of progressive management skills and abilities in the field of utilities plant.
Preferred Qualifications
Registration as Professional Engineer or Project Management Professional or ability to obtain by reciprocity a plus. - Minimum (10) years of progressive management skills and abilities in the field of utilities plant.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Director of the Facilities Operations is responsible for the safe, and efficient operation of the University utility plants and operational maintenance including;
Operations: (65%)
Staff/Non-Faculty: Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type: 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Mon-Fri, 8:00 - 5:00, and other as needed
Number of Hours Per Week: 40
Number of Months Per Year: 12
Mandatory Staff: Yes
Suggested Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000
Physical Demands of Position
Climbing, standing, walking, talking, repetitive motion, and visual acuity. Medium work exerting up to 50 lbs on occasion. Subject to environmental conditions inside and outside.
Posting Date: 10/10/2022
Open Until Filled: Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins
11/14/2022
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
List a minimum of 3 references on the application or attach a List of References
Search Chair Name
Nick Katers
Search Chair Email
katersnw@appstate.edu
Disability Accommodation Information
Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director & ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or maxeymr@appstate.edu.
Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. This position may or may not be eligible for H-1B sponsorship; EHRA positions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request further information about sponsorship for this position, please contact International Student and Scholar Services and Outreach at issso@appstate.edu
Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/36632
Posting Number
201501035P
Boone, NC
Faculty Rank: No
Position Number: 092501
Department: Facilities Operations - Administration - 410000
Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a technical field from an accredited University.
License/Certification Required
Registration as Professional Engineer or Project Management Professional or ability to obtain by reciprocity a plus. - Minimum (10) years of progressive management skills and abilities in the field of utilities plant.
Preferred Qualifications
Registration as Professional Engineer or Project Management Professional or ability to obtain by reciprocity a plus. - Minimum (10) years of progressive management skills and abilities in the field of utilities plant.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Director of the Facilities Operations is responsible for the safe, and efficient operation of the University utility plants and operational maintenance including;
Operations: (65%)
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the campus in support of the University mission to include planned and unplanned maintenance, utilities, special event support, and transportation solutions.
- Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Operational Maintenance Shops to include workload management and effective tracking of all reimbursable work hours.
- Support of the Athletics Department to include maintenance and stadium operation.
- Maintenance and repair of all residence halls.
- Support all other Auxiliary services departments including Bookstore, Food Services, Student Recreation, Plemmons Student Union, etc.
- Start up and operation of the University Hickory Campus
- Oversight of the University Energy Manager.
- Seek to improve the operation of the steam plant, chiller plants and water plants. Keep abreast and comply with all environmental regulatory requirements for operating a potable water system, sewage systems, and storm-water collection systems.
- Manage three Campus Energy Savings Performance Contracts.
- Support of minor construction needs of the University by managing the in-house work force effectively.
- Coordinate with the Planning, Design and Construction Department to ensure new capital projects meet maintenance and other standards.
- Generate project requirements for the annual Integrated Priority List (IPL) program
- Responsible for approximately 80 staff positions which includes position management, recruiting, and disciplinary actions.
- Management of the Operations On-Call program to ensure optimal after hours emergency service for the campus.
- Management of the Operations training and development program
- Management of a $2.5 million dollar operation budget and an $11 million dollar utilities budget.
- Participate in the Campus Emergency Operations (EOC) Center for all matters requiring the support of Facilities Operations.
- Represent the University on the Town of Boone Transportation Committee in the Absence of the AVC for Facilities Management.
- Management of third party cellular service vendors.
- Coordinate with the Town of Boone Public Works Departments on projects of joint concern.
Staff/Non-Faculty: Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type: 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Mon-Fri, 8:00 - 5:00, and other as needed
Number of Hours Per Week: 40
Number of Months Per Year: 12
Mandatory Staff: Yes
Suggested Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000
Physical Demands of Position
Climbing, standing, walking, talking, repetitive motion, and visual acuity. Medium work exerting up to 50 lbs on occasion. Subject to environmental conditions inside and outside.
Posting Date: 10/10/2022
Open Until Filled: Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins
11/14/2022
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
List a minimum of 3 references on the application or attach a List of References
Search Chair Name
Nick Katers
Search Chair Email
katersnw@appstate.edu
Disability Accommodation Information
Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director & ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or maxeymr@appstate.edu.
Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. This position may or may not be eligible for H-1B sponsorship; EHRA positions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request further information about sponsorship for this position, please contact International Student and Scholar Services and Outreach at issso@appstate.edu
Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/36632
Posting Number
201501035P
