The Department of Facilities Operations at Oberlin College invites applications for the position of Director of Facilities Stewardship. This is a full-time, 12-month, Administrative and Professional Staff position reporting to the Senior Director of Facilities Operations.
Responsibilities:
The incumbent will have primary stewardship responsibility for the department of Facilities Operations under the direct supervision of the Senior Director for Facility Operations. This position will provide stewardship for the various employees who maintain, support and operate multiple facilities. He/she will work with supervisors, managers, and bargaining unit employees to ensure proper execution of an annual operating budget of $15 million dollars, providing facility operations including utility plant operations, engineering and project management, skilled trades, grounds maintenance and custodial. This person is responsible to insure efficient and effective facilities operations services and solutions are provided in support of the research and education mission in academic and support buildings comprising 2.75 million square feet on a 500-acre campus. The successful candidate will have extensive facilities operations and management experience in a complex, fast-paced environment with a focus on higher education standards and proven solutions.
Required qualifications:
· Ten years facilities management experience or Bachelor's degree and at least five years' experience managing teams and facilities
· Thorough knowledge of all aspects of building systems and services; high level of functional and technical knowledge of building system operations with proficiencies in overseeing electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, general maintenance, custodial, warehousing and transportation services
· Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws, ordinances and codes relating to the operation and safety of facilities
· Ability to read blueprints; excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, proficiency in written and verbal communication skills
· Working knowledge of CMMS systems
· Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio driver's license and meet and maintain the College's insurability standards.
Compensation:
Within the range established for this position, salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes an excellent benefits package.
Special instructions to applicant:
A complete application will be comprised of a cover letter that includes the applicant's interest in employment at Oberlin College and a detailed explanation on how you meet each of the requirements for the position. Additionally, a detailed resume, which includes your work experience and history, and a list of professional references.
Oberlin College & Conservatory is a four-year, highly selective liberal arts college that combines a top-ranked college of arts and sciences with a world-renowned conservatory of music. Combined, the two divisions enroll approximately 2,900 students. Founded in 1833, Oberlin College & Conservatory was the first college in America to make interracial education and coeducation central to its mission-traditions that live today within a commitment to positive social engagement. Located 35 miles southwest of Cleveland, OH, Oberlin College & Conservatory has earned a reputation of excellence based on the quality of its richly diverse student body, outstanding faculty, excellent facilities, and academic and technological resources. Learn more at http://new.oberlin.edu/about