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Director of Facilities Management

Missouri Western State University

Missouri Western State University

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St Joseph, MO, USA
Posted on Mar 22, 2025
Position Information
Position Title Director of Facilities Management
Job Description
Missouri Western State University invites qualified individuals to apply for our Director of Facilities Management opening. The Director of Facilities Management is an attentive, detail-oriented, and highly collaborative university partner. The Director is responsible for the development and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures related to the operation and maintenance of facilities and grounds, including personnel management, budgeting, planning, capital construction and renovation, environmental safety, building operations, mechanical systems, motor pool, mailroom, and custodial services.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Physical Plant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Oversees the daily Physical Plant management, operations, and office administration.
  • Manages the departmental budget, service agreements, energy and conservation programs, and various reporting requirements.
  • Executes purchasing procedures, inventory control programs, and projects requiring specialized labor.
  • Complies with local, county, and state regulations; directs physical environment protocols and implements health and safety programs.
  • Develops trade operation plans, building and grounds operations plans, architecture, civil, and mechanical engineering plans for implementation.
  • Provides clear leadership, direction, and support for employees and fostering a culture of services, professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and compassion.
  • Prepare, launch, and promote university assets with industry partners, including development opportunities with local employers.
  • Collaborates with local industry and community partners and representatives on innovative models to determine workforce and/or talent needs, implement best practices, and provide technical advisory support to internal leadership and external constituents.
  • Establishes terms and nature of maintenance, monitors deferred maintenance, and ensures long-range alignment of facilities, resources, and support services with University goals.
  • Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of workings of university structure, policies and procedures
  • Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively (written and verbal)
  • Excellent leadership qualities with the ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies across the University and the community
  • Ability to operate independently and collaboratively with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders
  • Strong time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks with accuracy while adhering to tight deadlines
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook) and Google Workspace tools.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Five years of experience in facility management for a complex organization
  • Five years of experience supervising employees
  • Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above
  • A valid driver’s license is required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Education or experience with architecture, civil engineering, or facility planning
  • Experience working with complex HVAC mechanical operations
Physical Demands
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
  • Required to use close vision and be able to focus.
  • Regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to sit, stand, bend at the knee and waist, and walk.
  • Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements to type and work on the computer.
  • Must have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on computers, telephones, and related office equipment.
  • Regular attendance is a necessary function.
FLSA Exempt
Additional Demands
  • The position will require occasional night and weekend on-call work during urgent and emergency incidents.
  • The position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the university.

Missouri Western State University offers great benefits including health, dental, life insurance, retirement, paid tuition for employee and dependents and generous paid time off.
Hours of Work
University Business Hours are M-F 8:00 am-4:30 pm.
Schedule would adjust according to meet the needs of the University.

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