Director 2 - Facilities Operations

Position Summary:
Are you an innovative leader seeking high visibility, challenging opportunities, and a rewarding environment? We are looking for a Director 2 - Facilities Operations for a prestigious college located in the beautiful and scenic city of Paul Smiths, NY. This position offers a competitive salary, Annual Incentive Plan Bonus, and Custom Relocation.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilities and Project Management:
Manage full facilities operations including maintenance, grounds, snow removal, capital project management, and custodial services.
Team Leadership:
Conduct timely interviewing, hiring, and provide mentoring and leadership to 25 union employees.
Capital Projects:
Lead management of capital projects.
Client Relationships:
Develop and maintain positive client relationships and conduct client meetings on unresolved facility issues.
Process Improvement:
Research and implement new processes and technology.
Budget Management:
Manage interviewing and hiring timely, and coach staff and service providers to deliver excellent service levels within budget.
Operations Management:
Manage multiple functions of building operations and maintenance, including mechanical, HVAC, structural, architectural, landscape, energy management and sustainability, snow removal, event coordination, custodial, electrical, environmental and safety, and financials.
Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:
Driving Record:
Clear driving record and valid license.
Experience:
5+ years of Director experience in a campus setting.
Vendor Management:
Experience managing external vendors and subcontractors.
Financial Acumen:
Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.
Leadership Skills:
Strong leadership skills with a focus on staff development and team building.
Customer Service:
Exceptional customer service, relationship building, and communication skills.
Technical Knowledge:
Strong technical knowledge of and hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, grounds, and custodial.
Department Management:
Experience managing multiple departments at a campus, including grounds, environmental services, construction, project management, and maintenance.
Make an Immediate Impact:
The Director of Facilities Operations is responsible for directing facilities maintenance operations of buildings and property. Responsibilities include managing preventative maintenance and reactive repair of skilled trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and utilities. This role also involves the hiring, training, and supervision of staff, and ensuring a safe and efficient working environment. Additionally, the Director may oversee construction work and other core services such as grounds keeping, laundry, food, security, inventory, mail, and concierge services.
Basic Requirements:
Education:
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
Management Experience:
5 years.
Functional Experience:
5 years.
Director Experience:
5+ years in a campus setting.
Vendor Management:
Experience managing external vendors and subcontractors.
Technical Expertise:
Experience with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, grounds, and custodial.
Department Management:
Experience managing multiple departments including grounds, environmental services, construction, project management, and maintenance.
Driving Record:
Clear driving record and valid license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications:
Associate Safety Professional (ASP) is a plus.
Additional Information:
This role offers a full array of benefits, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K, access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.
If you are a hands-on manager ready to jump in and solve problems and an expert in SNOW Management, this is the perfect opportunity for you.