Gateway Technical College
Location
Kenosha, WI | United States
Job description
SUMMARY
Start with an organization that understands that work culture and work/life balance are so important to the happiness of our employees! Come join the Gateway family where a generous vacation and benefits package is the norm. Sick and Vacation time (prorated) available on Day 1, as well as Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits should you elect to enroll.
The Facilities Director leads a dynamic department responsible for comprehensive facilities operations, construction, and infrastructure maintenance with a primary focus on fostering a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment for staff, students, and visitors. The position oversees all facets of facilities management, from strategic planning at the leadership level to hands-on supervision of front-line managers engaged in day-to-day operations. The director also collaborates closely with College leadership on strategic facilities planning. This role combines strategic vision with operational excellence to ensure the College's facilities align with its mission.
This position has supervisory responsibilities and reports to the CFO/Vice President of Finance & Administration.
Position open until filled. See for yourself how our employees are the foundation of our students' continued success!
Apply today to join the Gateway Family!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Department Leadership and Management:
- Oversee the Facilities Department, including maintenance, custodial, project management, mail operations, and shipping/receiving.
- Manage front-line managers responsible for day-to-day operations.
- Develop and implement staffing strategies, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
Strategic Facilities Planning: - Collaborate with College leadership on strategic facilities planning.
- Work with key stakeholders to evaluate and project future facility needs.
- Propose options and provide strategic advice on land use, facility design, and project timing.
Capital Planning and Budget Management: - Continuously improve facilities capital planning processes.
- Plan and monitor budgets for operations and capital expenditures.
- Prepare documentation for project approval by the WTCS Board and ensure compliance with local and state statutes.
- Develop and implement a Building Information Modeling (BIM) plan for the District.
Project Planning and Implementation: - Lead the planning and implementation of large facilities projects.
- Develop and implement process planning documents and tools for capital projects including room utilization reports for effective project planning.
- Manage architectural and construction management agreements.
Codes and Compliance: - Assure compliance with local and state statutes related to building construction, remodeling, and purchasing requirements.
- Interpret codes related to building maintenance, fire safety, building standards, plumbing and electrical codes, elevator safety standards, etc.
Security and Collaborative Initiatives: - Collaborate with Security Services on facility-related security concerns.
- Participate as a partner in the College’s security operations.
Feedback and Continuous Improvement: - Develop and implement feedback processes for project completion and ongoing building systems operations.
- Use feedback for continuous improvement in facilities management.
Personnel Supervision: - Supervise assigned staff/personnel.
- Conduct interviews, hiring, and staffing level recommendations.
- Address employee complaints and recommend adjustments or disciplinary actions.
Additional Responsibilities: - Perform other duties as assigned
Please note the above is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job with or without notice.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THE POSITION
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Construction, Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering
PLUS - 10 years or more of progressive occupational experience in facilities, including construction bidding, contractor coordination, and budget management
- 5 years or more of supervisory experience
- General knowledge of electrical, HVAC, BAS, mechanical, plumbing, piping, hydraulics, pneumatics, and construction. In-depth knowledge in several areas desired
- Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings
- Demonstrated budgeting and project management skills
- Must possess and maintain a current driver's license
- Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, and project management software
Other required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Ability and willingness to learn additional broad and specialized construction and maintenance knowledge and skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and handle problem situations with minimal supervision.
- Ability to provide effective guidance to staff assigned to project development and implementation.
- Demonstrated evidence of successful customer-oriented leadership.
- Demonstrated accountability in all actions.
- Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and community representatives, and contractors.
- Ability to communicate effectively, oral and written, with a wide variety of internal and external audiences.
- Able to competently analyze, develop, coordinate, and improve facilities and operations processes.
- Ability to use judgment, decisiveness, creativity, and problem-solving techniques.
- Demonstrated flexibility, including the acceptance of and willingness to change.
- Highly motivated and willing to take risks and try new things.
- Actively pursues and takes responsibility for professional growth.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
DIVISION/LOCATION: Facilities/Kenosha
COMP GRADE: 32
FLSA DESIGNATION: Exempt
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
- E m ployment is contingent upon an acceptable background
- Flexibility is needed to accommodate day, evening and weekend student & business needs
Guide
Not Applicable
Activity is not applicable to this occupation
Occasionally
Occupation required this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
Frequently
Occupation required this activity from 33% - 66%% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
Continuously
Occupation required this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Physical Demands
Physical Demands
Frequency
Lift/Carry
Frequency
Sitting
Occasionally
0 - 10 lbs
Not Applicable
Standing
Occasionally
11 - 20 lbs
Not Applicable
Walking
Frequently
21 - 50 lbs
Not Applicable
Reaching Overhead
Occasionally
51 - 100 lbs
Not Applicable
Reaching at or Below Shoulder Level
Not Applicable
Over 100 lbs
Not Applicable
Keyboarding
Frequently
Stooping
Not Applicable
Push / Pull
Yes / No
Crouching
Not Applicable
12 lbs or less
Occasionally
Kneeling
Not Applicable
13 - 25 lbs
Not Applicable
Crawling
Not Applicable
26 - 40 lbs
Not Applicable
Climbing Ramps or Stairs
Occasionally
41 - 100 lbs
Not Applicable
Climbing Ladders, Ropes or Scaffolding
Occasionally
Over 100 lbs
Not Applicable
Driving
Occasionally
Traveling
Occasionally
Hearing Requirement
Yes / No
Communicating Verbally
Frequently
One-on-one (in person)
Yes
Far Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20' or more
Occasionally
Group or conference (in person)
Yes
Near Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20' or less
Frequently
Telephone
Yes
Other Sounds
Yes
Environmental Conditions
Working Conditions
Frequency
Noise Intensity Level
Frequency
Humidity: non-weather related
Occasionally
Quiet
Occasionally
Extreme Cold: non-weather related
Occasionally
Moderate
Frequently
Extreme Hot: non-weather related
Occasionally
Loud
Not Applicable
Working Outdoors
Occasionally
Very Loud
Not Applicable
Wetness: contact with water or other liquids
Not Applicable
Working Conditions
Working Conditions
Frequency
Working Conditions
Frequency
Working in Close Proximity to Others
Frequently
Working interruptions
Frequently
Open Work Space
Frequently
Stressful situations
Occasionally
Working in a confined space
Not Applicable
Exposure to offensive odors
Not Applicable
Exposure to a computer screen
Frequently
Required uniform supplied by department
Not Applicable
Gateway will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.
Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and an accommodation for the application process, please contact the Office for Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights at [email protected] or 262-564-3062.
Your safety while employed at Gateway Technical College is one of our top priorities, so we encourage you to read our Annual Security Report (click the link for the full report) prior to beginning classes. This report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Violence Against Women Act. This report includes crime statistics, institutional policies on campus security and safety, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes or incidents, sexual misconduct, and other important matters. Please feel free to email clery @gtc.edu or call 262-564-3062 to request a hard copy of the report.
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