Facilities Director
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SFCC provides a high-quality, geographically, financially and emotionally accessible education to more than 5,000 students who range from traditional college-age students to adult learners.The college offers associate of arts, associate of fine arts, associate of science and associate of applied science degrees, professional and skills certificates, and noncredit courses and programs, and workforce development training in a 14-county area in central Missouri with locations in Sedalia, Boonville, Clinton, Eldon, Lake of the Ozarks, Warsaw, at Whiteman Air Force Base, and online.Position Purpose:The Director of Facilities Management is the head of the Department of Facilities Management, which includes Facilities Maintenance, Grounds Services, Transportation Services, Project Management, Custodial Services, Central Receiving and Campus Safety and Security and is responsible for management of the College's buildings, facilities, fleet and grounds. The Director coordinates the delivery of essential facility maintenance and custodial services, ensuring compliance with health, life safety, and building codes, recommending priorities for needed repairs and renovations, and directs the development of contingency plans for extraordinary grounds and maintenance efforts under emergency conditions.Essential Job Functions:* Ensures the success of the Department of Facilities Management by coordinating the development of goals and objectives that are consistent with, and supportive of, the mission of the College, reviewing and approving unit plans for all areas of support.* Coordinates the delivery of essential facility services by organizing the various units of Facilities Management in a logical, non-duplicative, and effective manner.* Facilitates the development of an overall plan for needed repairs and renovations of College buildings and facilities, including master planning of utility infrastructure to maximize efficiency of the current building inventory while providing for future expansion.* Evaluates the condition of, and advises administration on the status of, all College buildings and facilities by using audits of the facilities to document their current condition and compliance with health, life safety, and building codes.* Ensures the success of capital projects and physical improvements by coordinating the installation and commissioning of engineered systems and preparation for occupancy continuing throughout the life of the facilities; on an ongoing basis, works with architects, engineers, and contractors to develop solutions to facility-related problems.* Provides for a safe campus environment by directing the development of appropriate contingency plans that anticipate requirements for extraordinary grounds, maintenance, and custodial efforts under emergency conditions and includes the use of contracted services beyond the College's capability to provide needed services.* Develop and maintain an accurate Maintenance Management System (MMS) that records, stores, and retrieves repair, maintenance, and construction activities for all facilities on campus and ensures equipment and building systems are given proper maintenance through an effective preventative maintenance program to promote the longest possible life.* Works with others to help ensure that the conditions of plans and specifications on construction projects are met by contractors by observing progress being made in the field, reporting observations to those tasked to manage the project, and assisting with the review of any modifications that may be suggested during the construction of a project.* Assists in the preparation of annual request for maintenance and repair of existing College buildings and facilities by developing data derived from facility audits that identify and prioritize repairs and renovations consistent with the campus master plan, identifying capital renewal projects which support the campus master plan, assessing staffing and funding levels required to maintain campus facilities, and making recommendations to the Vice President for Finance and Administration.* Responsible for maintaining a campus environment that accessible to all members of the community as well by being familiar, and staying current, with access regulations and laws.* Oversees the management of internal and community on-campus events, including coordination, scheduling, setup and take down.* Supports the campus sustainability program, manages campus utilities with a focus on efficient use of energy resources, assesses and uses new technology for energy conservation that is in the long-term best interest of campus facility management.* Handles the implementation of project management services for all levels of construction projects.* Maintains and ensures control of all campus keys through enforced customer accountability.* Develops an effective and efficient staff by hiring qualified applicants, training personnel to departmental standards, assigning work appropriate to employees' capabilities, and evaluating performance.* Oversees the campus transportation division with an understanding of DOT passenger carrier regulations and maintains all necessary drive qualifications files.* Handles the disposition of all surplus property.* Manages funds by planning, developing and controlling the annual departmental budgets.* Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed by the Vice President for Finance and Administration.* Creates processes for handling of packages through central receiving and delivery to campus departments.* A willingness to take on additional responsibility and work collaboratively, both within the unit and campus wide.* Other duties as deemed necessary for the function of the college.The preceding duties are examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification but are not all inclusive. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.Education/Experience:* A Bachelor's degree in Management, Business Administration, Technology and Construction Management, or a related field and three years of experience in the management of a physical plant or as a facilities manager is required however equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.Skills:* Management skills, particularly problem-solving and decision-making as well as organizational and supervisory skills, are required. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.* Computer literacy, particularly in the use of automated work order systems, is required.* The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.* A willingness to take on additional responsibility and work collaboratively* Other duties as assignedPhysical Requirements:* Work involves sedentary to light work in an office setting.* There is frequent sitting, with walking, standing and stooping occasionally required.* There is an occasional need to lift objects (up to 10 pounds) and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday.* Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.Why Work at State Fair Community College:SFCC provides relevant and responsive learning experiences that empower our students and communities to prosper. As part of our strategic plan we want to ensure, and optimize, institutional health by establishing and promoting a culture of employee well-being, making SFCC the premier choice for employment in our area.As part of our commitment to be the employer of choice, SFCC offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that, in addition to a base salary, includes:* $10,000 a year in paid health and dental coverage for our employees* 12 days per year vacation, which employees start accruing day one* 15 days per year in sick time, again start accruing day one of employment* Generous time off with the closing of campus for holidays and breaks totaling 29 days per year in addition to vacation and sick time* Tuition Waivers (scholarships for SFCC and CMU) that cover 100% of the tuition for our employees and covered dependents up to a Bachelor's Degree and 100% covered tuition for our employees on a Master's Degree through CMU* Educational Advancement - Faculty can apply to move up a level on the salary schedule or staff can apply for an additional $1,000 to their salary upon completion of an additional degree.* A lucrative retirement plan through the Missouri Teachers Retirement Program (PSRS/PEERS, 14.5 or 6.86% contribution respectively)* Flexible work and scheduling optionsPlease apply electronically with resume, cover letter and contact information for three references including name, telephone and email address. Employment will require a criminal background check at College Expense.AA Statement: SFCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of State Fair Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, national origin, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by law in regard to admissions, awarding financial aid, access to courses and programs, and all student services as well as the recruitment, admission and retention of students.