Director of Facilities

About Us Founded in 1852, Gordon State College (GSC) is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide. Responsibilities Provides management, supervision and professional direction to a comprehensive facilities organization; directs facilities master planning, space utilization, architectural and engineering services, and construction management; directs facilities maintenance, repair and operations activities, including renovations, utilities distribution, custodial and grounds maintenance services, and emergency response services for facilities. Develops and recommends policies, planning guidelines and procedures for the development of the college's annual major repair and renovation and capital program; manages the program throughout the process of development, approval and implementation; works with service providers; negotiates and approves contracts. Develops, implements and recommends policies and procedures for facilities management, maintenance and operations Develops annual budget proposals; manages approved budgets; tracks spending. Analyzes problems, troubleshoots, and identifies alternative solutions. Represents the college to the Board of Regents and to local, state and federal governments on matters related to facilities and facilities planning. Manages new construction and renovation processes; develops preliminary budgets and construction time frames; directs the selection, awarding, administration and construction of all capital projects and major repair and renovation projects. Coordinates the review process for plans and specifications developed by consultants. Advises the Vice President of Finance and Administration on the progress of all renovations, modifications and capital projects. Performs related duties. Required Qualifications Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of facilities operations, maintenance and management principles and practices. Knowledge of budget development and management principles. Knowledge of current trends and best practices in higher education and their impact on facilities management. Knowledge of facilities planning, design, and construction. Knowledge of utilities operation and management. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority. Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs. Skill in decision making and problem solving. Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public. Skill in oral and written communication. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well 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 Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at Institutional Values Gordon State College is committed to the following core values: Student Focused - Life-Long Learning/Scholarship - Excellence - Respect - Collaboration More details on WHAT WE STAND FOR and GSC core values can be found online at Equal Employment Opportunity Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at . Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at . Other Information This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt (salaried) staff position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include: Health insurance Dental Vision Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Life Insurance Sick Leave Vacation Leave Parental Leave Retirement Employee discounts Tuition reimbursement Background Check Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.