Description:

Under the direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities, the Director of Facilities Operations is responsible for managing a comprehensive maintenance and repair program for North Carolina A&T State University.

The director contributes to the development of the campus master plan and direct activities to implement the plan. This individual oversees a work force of over 180 employees, in-house project managers and construction contractors in the renovation, maintenance and repair of the campus facilities.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

The mission of Facilities is to provide a quality learning, research and living environment for the benefit of students, faculty and staff and the community by planning, building, operating, and maintaining the campus of North Carolina A&T State University.

Requirements:

Master’s degree in architectural, electrical, mechanical or industrial engineering and four years of technical and supervisory experience in facility, construction and project management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor’s degree in these disciplines and six years of experience). Additional experience in project scheduling, NC Building Codes and familiarity with OSHA rules and regulations required.

Preferred:

At least six years of technical and supervisory experience in a multi-building environment performing facilities and grounds maintenance.

Licensed/Professional Engineer Certification

Membership in the Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers ( APPA )

Special Instructions:

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees

• Community Service Leave

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC – Health Benefits

• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )

• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457

• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )

• Campus Recreation Center Discount

• University Bookstore Discount

  This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.