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Director, Maintenance and Operations
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Position Number: 5666816
Location: Kennesaw, GA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Director, Maintenance and Operations

Job ID: 276921
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and utilities at the institution, including, but not limited to, generator elevators. Develop maintenance and operational standards and procedures, track and maintain a preventative maintenance program, direct and organize labor, develop training programs, and provide for and promote customer service. Participate in developing the annual Maintenance Repair and Renovation (MRR) funding request and the management of engineering projects from that list. Responsible for monitoring building systems for proper operation, working knowledge of building automation systems, maintenance of utility infrastructure, and developing a comprehensive response mechanism for system failures 24/7/365.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversees operation and maintenance of campus and building infrastructure according to codes and regulations, including surveying and evaluating MEP systems
2. Manages labor and budget allocations effectively to meet operational needs
3. Ensures maintenance activities and systems operations are coordinated with campus activities and meet the needs of the institution's daily operation
4. Tracks preventative maintenance, work orders, and repair history on all major equipment
5. Maintains a prioritized list of deferred maintenance projects for future funding
6. Develops and maintain agency contracts in cooperation with the Department of Procurement
7. Works with the Design and Construction Department, assisting with design review and quality control
8. Works with the Engineer in the development of design criteria for new MEP systems
9. Participates in field inspection of major renovations and new construction
10. Manages contractors, subcontractors, and vendors for renovations and new projects
11. Works with PPV and Foundation properties to estimate and provide budgets for infrastructure improvements and life-cycle equipment costs
12. Works with other departments (Parking, Auxiliary, Culinary, Sports Park, etc.) to ensure all MEP systems are well maintained and repaired in a timely manner

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted Georgia driver's license

Required Experience
Eight (8) years of related work experience
Previous management and supervisory experience required
Project management experience, particularly with projects involving chillers, boilers, and other major building equipment

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Active state license in one of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or carpentry trades
Prior experience in educational (preferably higher education) facilities management
Additional certifications in facilities management

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is up to $104,000. Offers are based on relevant experience.

Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to develop relationships with other units
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Familiarity with district utility systems (mechanical, electrical and plumbing), automated building HVAC controls, building mechanical systems, including chiller plants, electrical supply and distribution systems, plumbing systems (supply, sanitary waste, and storm water), fire alarm and suppression systems and energy monitoring systems
Working knowledge of building codes (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy, life safety and accessibility) related to buildings and their engineering systems

SKILLS
Exemplary interpersonal skills, particularly related to listening, team building, and conflict resolution
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, Building Automation Systems)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

Standard Enhanced
Education
DMV
9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=43000&JobOpeningId=276921&PostingSeq=1