Category:: Administrative and Professional
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Department:: Facilities & Grounds
Locations:: North Branch, NJ
Posted:: May 15, 2025
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: JF
Position ID:: 188213
About Raritan Valley Community College:
Ranked by and as the community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.
The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit .
Job Description:
Raritan Valley Community College has an anticipated opening for an Assistant Director of Facilities & Grounds.
The Assistant Director of Facilities & Grounds assists in planning, policy development and overall management of the Facilities & Grounds department. Provides management support for all day-to-day operations of the college's Facilities & Grounds functions including: snow removal, trash and recycling operations, as well as service contracts: moves, setups and housekeeping.
Essential Duties:
Setting daily work instructions, prioritizing and directing maintenance assignments for a staff of 6 employees.
Managing the maintenance of mechanical, electrical and pneumatic machinery as well as motor pool and the repair of all facility buildings, grounds, roadways, lighting and equipment.
Obtaining quotes for repairs and projects around campus.
Managing the preventative maintenance program.
Inspecting completed projects.
Issuing ad hoc reports and updates, as needed.
Acts as the primary Facilities & Grounds customer service representative soliciting suggestions from customers and promptly addressing customer concerns.
Oversight of the Maintenance Management Information System and Work Order System.
Provides direction to other staff members in the absence of the Executive Director.
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree.
5-7 years of administrative and management experience in a diverse, complex organization setting is required.
Formal training in the maintenance trades with a hands-on background, excellent troubleshooting skills, and ability to diagnose & fix mechanical & electrical breakdowns quickly & efficiently.
Must possess knowledge of building & fire codes, DEP, EPA, POSHA code compliance and procedures.
A commitment to dedicated, pro-active customer service.
Success in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse constituencies.
Experience with personnel issues such as providing leadership for professional development.
Experience in budget development and oversight.
Must have effective interpersonal communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to resolve customer service complaints and labor relation issues.
Must be able to adeptly utilize MS Word, MS Excel and existing Maintenance Management Information System and Work Order System
The ability to read and interpret technical and maintenance manuals.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Application Instructions:
As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.
RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package.
For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online, by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.