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Director of Facilities

Employer
The University of Georgia
Location
Athens Area

Job Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberS05060PWorking TitleDirector of FacilitiesDepartmentHousing Facilities - AdminAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

University Housing’s mission is to provide comfortable, affordable and secure on-campus housing options in residential communities where the academic success and personal growth of residents are encouraged and supported. University Housing operates as a self-supporting auxiliary unit within the Division of Student Affairs. More than 8,000 students live on campus, where University Housing manages more than 2.8 million square feet of space in 22 residence halls, 20 apartment buildings, four Greek Park houses and 18 buildings on UGA’s nearby Health Sciences Campus. The department employs more than 700 staff members to conduct the operations of a comprehensive and integrated student housing organization.

College/Unit/Department websitewww.housing.uga.eduPosting TypeExternalRetirement PlanTRS or ORPEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm. After-hours and weekend work possible

Advertised Salary$100,000 - $110,000Posting Date07/24/2020Open until filledYesClosing DateProposed Starting Date11/02/2020Special Instructions to Applicants

Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application process by August 7, 2020; however, screening will continue until the position is filled.

Location of VacancyAthens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Classification TitleDirector. Subdivision/Unit ADFLSAExemptJob FamilyAdministrativeFTE1.00Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred QualificationsPosition Summary

The director of facilities is responsible for the leadership, coordination and administration of all functions and staff for facilities management in University Housing operated buildings. Responsibilities for the position include a major leadership role in the implementation of the institution’s Student Housing Comprehensive Plan and shared leadership in the departmental directors’ group.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Significant facilities and personnel management experience, excellent interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills, and fiscal management and administrative experience are preferred.

Physical Demands

•Walk extensively through buildings, walk up stairs, climb ladders, and uneven surfaces.
•Communicate verbally and in writing to a wide constituent group via telephone, computer, and in person.
•Lift and maneuver up to 40 pounds, occasional work/lift overhead.
•Safely operate a GA State vehicle.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?YesIs this a Position of Trust?YesDoes this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?YesDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoDoes this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?YesDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)YesCredit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Strategic Oversight for Facilities
•Coordinates and administers long range planning for major replacement, repair and renovation projects.
•In partnership with the Executive Director, provides leadership for major renovation, new construction, and redevelopment to accomplish comprehensive student housing and strategic plan goals.

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Supervision
•Directly supervises the Associate Directors for Facilities Planning and Maintenance, Associate Director for Facilities Operations, and Administrative Associate.
•Serves on the departmental directors group and management team; Both groups consist of Directors and Associate Directors in Residential Programs and Services and Administrative Services and Communications. Groups focus on strategic and operational aspects of housing, including the physical operation of residence halls and residential buildings.

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Student Safety
•Share responsibility with other directors group for safety and security in campus residences with particular focus on facilities, life safety systems and code compliance, security systems, service staff worker safety, and environmental safety.

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Administrative
•Develops and administers outside service contracts, i.e., fire safety and pest control.
•Coordinates purchasing of equipment and supplies for physical facilities.
•Serves as the Departmental liaison with the Facilities Management Division and the Environmental Safety Division.
•Represents the Department on various committees and teams.
•Administers the department’s computerized maintenance management system through supervision of associated staff.
•Serves as the Departmental fleet manager.
•Other duties consistent with the purpose of this position, which may be assigned.

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    Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
    1. Resume/CV
    2. Cover Letter
    Optional Documents

      Organization

      The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.

      Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.

      Company info
      Telephone
      706-542-3000
      Location
      215 S. Jackson St.
      Athens
      Georgia
      30602
      US

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