GENERAL SUMMARY:
Bennett College, an all-women Historically Black College/University (HBCU) is seeking a Director of Campus Operations. The Director of Campus Operations will be responsible for managing all aspects of the college’s physical plant operations and maintenance, including buildings, grounds, and infrastructure. The Director of Campus Operations is responsible for coordinating and integrating College resources, activities, and time to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the entire College community. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for facilities management and a desire to make a difference in the lives of women of color, please apply for this exciting opportunity to join the team at Bennett College.

• Administer oversight for all aspects of facilities management and operations for the College's physical resources
• Establish and implement short- and long-range facilities goals, policies, and operating procedures
• Make routine inspections of campus areas to ensure the highest level of facilities maintenance standards are met
• Coordinate system repairs and monitor system performance
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies and equipment and procure items as required
• Supervise facilities personnel
• Coordinate logistics of renovations and repair projects
• Ensure facilities meet compliance standards, accreditation standards, and government requirements
• Develop and manage vendor contracts
• Coordinate comprehensive facilities assessment for all campus buildings
• Monitor and document the College’s energy and utilities utilization to include cost-saving energy projects
• Supervise Mail Services staff and operations
• Prepare and manage annual budgets for the department to include replacement and renewal of equipment and facility repairs and continually monitor expenditures to ensure funds are effectively utilized
• Establish best practices and standard operating procedures related to all aspects of facilities maintenance and operation including quality control, asset management, safety, regulatory compliance, and training
• Coordinate with the Executive Director of Campus Health & Safety as a member of the Emergency Management Team
• Provide weekly status reports to President & CFO detailing activities for each unit of the Department

• Competent writing and communication skills – including the ability to communicate technical information
• Management skills, particularly problem-solving and decision-making
• Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft 365
• The ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Time management skills
• Teamwork, leadership, and motivational skills
• Ability to effectively organize and direct personnel during a crisis or emergency situations
• Ability to work with engineers, architects, contractors, and other representatives of trade in management and construction and renovation projects
• Procurement and negotiation
• Proactive thinking
• Understanding of soft and hard service delivery
• Passionate about delivering consistent excellence
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license

• At least 3 years of experience in facilities management with proven experience in staff supervision and training
• A foundation degree or a related qualification in management, engineering, or business studies
• Familiarity with regulatory and safety requirements related to campus facilities
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

• Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Higher education facilities management experience