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Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more.  To learn about Brown Universityâ™s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page http://www.brown.edu/careers for further information.

The Director of Academic Facilities and Operations provides strategic leadership, coordination, management, and oversight of the facilities and operations of Physical Science Departments within the Dean of the Faculty (DoF), supporting a complex research enterprise spread through 13 buildings with ~300,000 assignable square feet. The position works closely with senior leadership to analyze, plan, and coordinate facilities use and design to support research and scholarly activities within the Physical Sciences and develops strategic direction for long-term, large-scale facilities projects and planning. The position is integral in advising and interfacing with constituent departments, the DoF, the Provostâ™s Office, and the Universityâ™s Facilities Management Department (FM) in developing, planning, designing, and executing facilities projects.

The Director oversees and supports Physical Science Departments in day-to-day operations related to construction and engineering to ensure reliable facility operations. The Director represents the DoF and the Physical Sciences faculty by developing a strong, mutually beneficial partnership with the Universityâ™s FM, Public Safety, and Environmental Health and Safety to troubleshoot and problem-solve issues within the various facilities in a timely manner.

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• Bachelorâ™s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field with 8 or more years of related experience with significant experience at the managerial level or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Broad knowledge of research and teaching space facility and utilization requirements. 

• Experience in laboratory planning, design, and construction; a sound working knowledge of laboratory safety and security issues (including HVAC and MEP systems), building codes, construction methods, and scientific research operations.

• Working knowledge/ability of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office products, and various database applications. Project management software proficiency is preferred.

• Strong leadership and managerial skills, outstanding interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, discipline, and diplomacy.

• Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community

• Strong planning, management, and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

• This position requires a strong commitment to support the Universityâ™s goals of cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

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Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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About Brown University

Located in historic Providence, Rhode Island and founded in 1764, Brown University is the seventh-oldest college in the United States. Brown is an independent, coeducational Ivy League institution comprising undergraduate and graduate programs, plus the Alpert Medical School, School of Engineering, Executive Master of Healthcare Leadership and the IE Brown Executive MBA.

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