Deputy Director of Facilities Management

Northeastern offers a rewarding working environment for our students and employees. Our faculty and staff are smart, dedicated people who work to create an excellent urban university experience for bright and motivated students.

Job Summary:

Job Description:

• Plans, develops, directs, coordinates, and evaluates operating, project, and program activities, directs the development, revision, and implementation of the unit's policies, rules, and operational procedures.

• Interprets unit programs and objectives to campus or university administrators, other governmental bodies and the general public.

• Establish cooperative relationships with, and act as a liaison to campus or university units, committees, and employee groups to determine and prioritize needs and services.

• Participates in the development of policies and procedures required for the improvement or modification of existing unit programs and the implementation of new programs.

• As assigned, assists in budget preparation and expenditures of unit appropriations, recommending future funding requirements as a result of new or modified program requirements.

• Acts in an advisory capacity to the Executive Director and other officials concerning proposed and newly enacted legislation, projects, policies, or procedures affecting the University.

• Manages the day to day operations of Facilities Management departments (including Grounds, Building Maintenance, Janitorial, Planning & Constructions, etc.).

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications:

1. Eleven (11) years of progressively responsible management work experience in a private or governmental organization:

A. Eight (8) years in the area of designated specialization required by the position

AND

B. Three (3) years supervising the work of a professional staff or process within the designated specialization

• Bachelor's degree may be substituted for the above three (3) years non-specialized experience requirement

• Master's degree may be substituted for one (1) year specialized work experience

Departmental Preferences:

• Bachelor's degree or certification in Project Management, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related area of construction or building services.

• Excellent skills in communicating clearly and effectively, including writing clear and concise documents.

• Ability to respond to emergencies at any time and to work unusual hours as required.

• Valid Driver's License.

This position requires a background check.

Salary Range

Benefits

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit ourEmployee Benefitspage to learn more about our comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals.Northeastern Illinois University's positions are contingent upon the University's receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.