The Organization:Taylor University's mission is to develop servant-leaders marked with a passion to minister Christ's redemptive love, grace, and truth to a world in need.As a community, Taylor faculty, staff, and students commit to living out Christ's love and truth in the here and now. We worship together, serve one another, and grow in faith as we learn in the classroom, on the field, at chapel, and anywhere else we're doing Life Together.Taylor University fosters a culture that values servant leadership, purpose, joy, hospitality, and excellence.The Position:The Director of Facilities at Taylor University leads Facilities Services, including housekeeping, maintenance, grounds, energy, and utilities, to keep the campus safe, functional, and visually appealing. Key responsibilities include managing department heads, ensuring compliance with safety standards, overseeing budgets, and fostering cross-department collaboration. This role requires proactive planning to maintain high standards and quick response to any urgent facility needs, along with a personal commitment to Taylor's faith-based mission and values.Responsibilities:
- Motivate, encourage, and support the Facilities Services team in order to maintain University facilities in excellent, functional, and attractive condition
- Provide direct oversight of the following positions:
- Maintenance Manager
- Housekeeping Manager
- Grounds Manager
- Office support personnel (2 positions)
- Advocate for resources when appropriate, prioritize constantly, and manage departmental budgets in a way that accomplishes objectives while demonstrating strong financial stewardship
- Ensure that proper training is provided for all department employees and that the University is compliant with all applicable laws and regulations, including OSHA and ADA
- Assess buildings, grounds, departmental equipment, and other campus infrastructure on an ongoing basis, and develop a comprehensive plan of action to provide a safe and positive physical environment for students, employees, and visitors
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Taylor's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems
- Continually survey and assess customer satisfaction. Identify and address any shortcomings in responsiveness, quality, and communications; take prompt and positive action to maintain high levels of customer service
- Facilitate a close working relationship with Construction Services, ensuring the expertise and needs of the Facilities team are incorporated into new building projects
- Facilitate a close working relationship with Dining and Housing, ensuring that there is alignment and collaboration between these key operational units and Facilities
- Take personal responsibility for quickly addressing and resolving facilities emergencies that may arise
- Physical Demands:
- Frequent bending, lifting, and other movements requiring flexibility
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
- This position generally is on call 24/7/365 unless a scheduled time away from campus has been approved
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Testify to personal experience of salvation in Jesus Christ, affirm belief in the University's Statement of Faith, abide by and practice our Life Together Covenant, and both personally agree with and support the Foundational Documents of Taylor University
- 10+ years working in maintenance, housekeeping, grounds, construction, or building management, with 5+ years of managerial and leadership experience
- Preference for at least an undergraduate degree
- Clear, Positive Communication: Requires the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate regularly with department employees, student groups, key university staff, and vendors
- Leadership and Motivation: Involves inspiring and directing teams, maintaining high morale, and fostering a commitment to quality care and upkeep of facilities
- Technical Proficiency: Demands skills in plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, design, mechanical systems, and cleaning
- Financial Management: Requires the ability to understand budgets, allocate resources wisely, and manage finances effectively
- Intellectual Curiosity: Calls for an inquisitive approach to understanding processes, a proactive drive for self-learning, and exploring innovative methods
- Multi-tasking: Requires progress on multiple projects and initiatives concurrently, managing them efficiently and effectively
- Efficient Pace: Involves moving forward with a purposeful and responsible pace to meet goals and deadlines
- Ownership: Demands taking full responsibility for projects from start to finish, ensuring thorough and successful completion
- Adaptability: Involves adjusting to course changes, unforeseen challenges, and new priorities as they arise
- Motivation: Calls for a strong desire and energy to work diligently, complete tasks, and approach each day with renewed focus
- Foresight: Requires balancing present needs with forward-thinking strategies to anticipate and plan for future requirements
Salary & Benefits:
- Salary: $70-90K annually, BOE
- Insurance benefits: Health, dental, prescription medication
- Generous vacation
- Generous retirement plan with an employer contribution of 6%
- Tuition remission and continuing education opportunities available for Taylor employees & their dependents