Are you someone who thrives on variety in work tasks and enjoys being part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team? The building maintenance department of Facilities and Services is actively seeking a dedicated individual to step into the role of Maintenance Services Manager, where you'll play a vital role in leading various projects and maintenance efforts while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. At South Dakota State University (SDSU), we take pride in maintaining a safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing campus environment for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors. As a member of our Facilities and Services team, you'll have the chance to contribute to the upkeep of our campus infrastructure and support the university's mission of excellence in education, research, and outreach.

Job Responsibilities: Maintenance Services Manager will manage small construction, repair, maintenance, and renovation projects. The position will oversee the operations of the Carpentry and Maintenance & Paint groups. In addition, the position will assist with and manage special department projects and coordination activities, facilitate intradepartmental collaboration, and act as customer service specialist.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Construction management practices;
• Basic accounting principles, cost estimating, contracting, and procurement procedures;
• Facility management and operations including repair and maintenance practices;

Skill & Ability to:

• Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and customer service skills that enhance working relationships and cooperation with a diverse groups of people such as faculty members, administrators, contractors, maintenance and accounting staff, etc.;
• The ability to lead meetings and manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities;
• Be organized, detailed, and results oriented;
• Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make good decisions based on the best interests of various priorities;
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and technical documents;
• Ability to process a high volume of information, conflicting information, and competing priorities;
• Ability to work to independently, gather and interpret data needed to make decisions or recommendations; and
• Work proficiently with computers and in basic applications (email, MS Excel, MW Word, PDF editors) and ability to learn other programs.

Preferred Education:

• 2 year associates degree in building trades, construction management, or similar.

Preferred Experience:

• 6 years of facility management/operations experience and/or building construction/repair/maintenance management experience; and
• 4 years of supervisory experience including leading teams.

Required License:

• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 6 years supervisory experience;
• At least 8 years managing renovation, repair, or remodel projects including preparing cost estimates;
• At least 4 years experience with facility management and operations;
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or similar;
• Experience preparing budgets, reports, and schedules;
• Experience leading unplanned/emergency operations/responses;
• Experience strategizing operational performance; and
• Knowledge of building codes, fire and safety codes/requirements.

Comments: SDSU is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Posting #:CSA02003P

Benefits: SDSU offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.

Application Procedures: SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site, to apply visit http://YourFuture.sdbor.edu. [SE5571;40723]

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $62,305.92 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Brookings, SD: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person