Managing Director - Facilities
Ops Div Facilities Maintenance
Position Description Plans and directs the overall operation of a major department (with institutional oversight) and provides leadership for staff members. Meets ORP eligibility requirements. Under executive direction, performs highly varied administrative duties involving the use of independent judgment and professional skills. Responsible for all employees assigned to area.
About the University Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world. About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
Major/Essential Functions
- LEADERSHIP - Demonstrates foresight and acts as a role model for the Operations Division. Establishes and monitors department objectives and goals to align with the established University goals. Assumes accountability and responsibility of the assigned area. The Operations Division strives to be the provider of choice for the campus community and an above and beyond level of service is expected from this position. This position will provide executive leadership for the Facilities Maintenance and Construction departments in support of the services provided to the campus community.
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT - Responsible for the overall interior and exterior facility maintenance and functionality for buildings located on the main and remote campuses. Maintains campus environmental service contracts and oversees the facility elevators and fire system operations.
- COMMUNICATION - Uses effective skills to accomplish formal and informal oral/written presentations within and outside the Department. Composes and prepares documents, reports, special studies and other correspondence supporting the mission. This position is expected to provide routine and regular updates and ongoing communications to the Associate Vice President of Operations and others as required. Communication internally and externally is a prime stability of campus and external partnerships and a high expectation of the Operations Division.
- BUDGET DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT - Working with Operations Division Staff, establishes annual budget requirements for manpower and materials. Department allocates funding to accomplish mission within authorized budgeting limits. Use Key Performance Indicator metrics to identify areas for improvement allocating personnel and resources to meet or exceed goals in the most efficient and economically beneficial manner for Texas Tech University.
- Strategic Planning and Campus Alignment- works directly with the Planning and Design department to schedule and coordinate routine and preventative maintenance requirements in addition to deferred maintenance, emergencies, life safety and other tasks as needed.
- SUPERVISION - Specific responsibilities include executive leadership for the Facilities Maintenance department. Responsible for the supervision, development and evaluation of all departmental staff, directly or indirectly. Approves all reports and work product prepared by subordinates.
- CAMPUS ENGAGEMENT: Serves as the Associate Vice President for Operations in their absence. Serves as a knowledgeable, capable, and professional substitute for all required meetings and functions. Consults with and makes recommendations to members of the campus community regarding services provided by the department. This is a high visibility position and professional and adequate engagement and multiple levels is expected and required.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred. Seven years progressively responsible management experience required. Education beyond bachelor's level may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- 10 years leadership experience in facilities maintenance for higher education institutions.
- Master's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Engineering Technology or a related field.
Safety Information Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Does this position work in a research laboratory? No
Required Attachments Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV
Minimum Hire Rate 10416.67
Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
Job Group Mid-level Officer and Manager
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
|