DIRECTOR MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS

DIRECTOR MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS 

ODU is seeking candidates for a Director of Maintenance and Operations (full-time, 12 month) position. The Director of Maintenance & Operations will provide direction, leadership, and management for Old Dominion University facility operations and maintenance, including management of assigned staff, in support to all buildings and grounds on campus as well as multiple off-campus locations. Department functional responsibilities include management of plant operations, equipment and vehicle maintenance, and grounds operations and maintenance, to include emergency repairs, maintenance, and minor projects. The Director of Maintenance & Operations manages the University’s utilities budget and coordinates with the Director of Engineering and Non-Capital Construction on prioritizing projects to reduce energy consumption in a cost-effective manner. Position is designated “essential personnel” for emergency closings.
.

Required Education: Master’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or another closely related field from an accredited institution. Or Bachelor’s degree with training and work experience equivalent to a Master’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or another closely related field.

Required Qualifications: The Director of Maintenance & Operations will have considerable knowledge of facilities maintenance, construction, project development, project management and operations practices, policies and accepted procedures.

• Considerable knowledge of mechanical and HVAC systems. Considerable knowledge of structural and roof systems, of environmental regulations, of direct digital controls and fire protection systems. Considerable knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems and of building construction and maintenance costing including the ability to compare, select, and purchase required supplies, equipment, and services and to manage contracts. Demonstrated managerial skill in planning, organizing, monitoring and controlling multiple operational functions and services. Management skills to plan, coordinate, and direct both day-to-day and long-range grounds, vehicle & equipment, and facility maintenance and repair functions. Demonstrated skill in developing, interpreting, and enforcing policy. Skill to establish and interpret service contracts and demonstrated skill in developing and administering a budget. Skill in taking initiative, setting priorities, and managing time to complete work in a timely manner. Demonstrated problem solving, decision making, and implementation skills. Interpersonal skills to maintain diplomacy, confidentiality, and professional conduct. Skill using word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and Internet applications on a PC in a Windows environment. Ability to work independently and to follow through on assignments with minimal supervision. Ability to participate and be effective as a team member. Ability to respond with flexibility and efficiency to frequent changes in task focus, competing priorities, and multiple deadlines. Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. Ability to communicate and interact positively and effectively with a broad variety of individuals in person, on the phone, and in writing. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of constituencies including administrators, staff, students, and vendors. Ability to compose reports, letters, instructions, and other documents with attention to clarity, tone, composition, and mechanics. Ability to effectively hire, train, supervise, evaluate and lead. Ability to create, improve, and monitor work standards, procedures and systems that ensure effective service delivery. Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record. Comprehensive experience in facilities management, preferably in an environment comprised of multiple facilities and multiple outlying sites. Comprehensive supervisory experience within facilities management. Considerable experience complying with ADA, OSHA, and health and safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Energy Manager. Comprehensive experience in mechanical and HVAC systems. Comprehensive experience in structural and roof systems. Comprehensive experience interpreting and applying environmental regulations to facilities management operations. Comprehensive experience with direct digital controls and fire protection systems. Comprehensive experience with computerized maintenance management systems.

Review Date: This position is open until filled. 

To apply, please visit https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/18195. It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.