Associate Vice Chancellor for Planning and Facilities - 28967 University Staff
Description
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The Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) for Campus Planning and Facilities Management reports directly to the Vice Chancellor of Administration & Finance (VCAF). Leading a team of 200 career staff and student employees, the AVC provides overall administration of facilities strategic planning, capital planning, facility design and construction, capital construction projects, general and auxiliary funded building maintenance, custodial services, grounds maintenance and utilities management. The AVC provides overall guidance and direction in support of the sustainability programs of the university and the Parking & Transportation department. The AVC is an integral part of the campus community and the Vice Chancellor for Administration & Finance team. This position is designated an officer of the administration.
- Parking & Transportation
- Office of Sustainability
- Facilities
- Planning, Design, and Construction
When on-call, the AVC must respond to the campus in times of an emergency within a reasonable time. Oversees campus liaison to the CU Design Review Board; Oversees the State Delegate to the State Buildings Program; Serves as the Principal Representative on behalf of the university for design and construction contracts; Coordinates with the Office of Public Safety on mutual operations, maintenance, service and design and construction issues; Represents the VCAF at selected meetings and functions with state and local agencies; Long-term planning for the Parking & Transportation department and provide executive leadership for that department; Oversees the sustainability program in collaboration with the sustainability director, including energy efficiency improvements, LEED certification and high performance requirements for new facilities and renovations.
The AVC will demonstrate a commitment to the principles of public higher education and the value higher education brings to UCCS faculty, staff, and students as well as to the City of Colorado Springs, the Pike's Peak region, the state of Colorado, and the nation at large. To this end, the AVC will invest in the people in their units that daily contribute to the success of the UCCS mission. The AVC must be a visionary leader who respects the subject matter expertise of team members by listening, evaluating, and collaborating with their employees and in turn effectively delegating, trusting, and supporting staff effort at all levels within the unit.
Overall management and strategic planning for all campus facilities; Capital planning for the 5-year capital requests and 2-year cash list; Capital project planning, design and construction; Executive oversight of remodeling and renovation projects and controlled maintenance program; Executive oversight and planning of general and auxiliary funded buildings for maintenance, custodial services and grounds operations; Executive oversight and strategic planning of the Parking and Transportation Services Department; Executive oversight of the university's sustainability programs.
Assists the VCAF in capital project budget development through oversight of effective cost estimating processes; Oversees execution for Planning, Design and Construction to assure quality, budget, and schedule requirements are satisfied; Assures appropriate fiscal, code, and safety controls for all capital and maintenance projects; Works with the VCAF and the VCSA to develop budget projections for auxiliary and general fund buildings. Responsible for the execution of these budgets in accordance with state law, University of Colorado fiscal rules and bond document requirements.
The AVC provides direct support to the Vice Chancellor of Administration & Finance as required. This includes representing the UCCS campus at the appropriate Board of Regents' subcommittees and other functions as requested. The AVC also works cooperatively and collectively with other campus offices and departments, key campus and university systems administration staff, the campus deans, faculty, associate vice chancellors, vice chancellors and the Chancellor. Position is also responsible for relationships with members of the University of Colorado Design Review Board, Colorado Springs City Utilities, community groups, neighbors, contractors, and architect/design teams.
Who We Are:
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado (https://apptrkr.com/get\redirect.php?id=3897314&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/) system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of different offices and programs. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus. Find more information about working at UCCS here: https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs (https://apptrkr.com/get\redirect.php?id=3897314&targetURL=https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs) .
The city, which was recently ranked as the number two Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report (https://apptrkr.com/get\redirect.php?id=3897314&targetURL=https://realestate.usnews.com/places/rankings/best-places-to-live) in 2022, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song "America the Beautiful" and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state's best recreation opportunities. Find out more about living in Colorado Springs through the Visit Colorado Springs page: https://www.visitcos.com/ (https://apptrkr.com/get\redirect.php?id=3897314&targetURL=https://www.visitcos.com/) .
Job Duties:
The AVC is the guiding force for the cost effective and expedient delivery of the overall capital program, and all general and auxiliary funded maintenance and services at UCCS, an institution that places special emphasis on the character of the physical environment and its contribution to the advancement and transfer of knowledge.
Direct Areas of Responsibility:
- Overall management and strategic planning for all campus facilities; Capital planning for the 5-year capital requests and 2-year cash list; Capital project planning, design, and construction.
- Executive oversight of remodeling and renovation projects and controlled maintenance program.
- Executive oversight and planning of general and auxiliary funded buildings for maintenance, custodial services and grounds operations.
- Executive oversight and strategic planning of the Parking and Transportation Services Department.
- Executive oversight of the university sustainability programs.
More specifically:
- Direct supervision of strategic, long-range planning and building program plans.
- Assists the VCAF in capital project budget development through oversight of effective cost estimating processes.
- Oversees execution for Planning, Design and Construction to assure quality, budget, and schedule requirements are satisfied.
- Assures appropriate fiscal, code, and safety controls for all capital and maintenance projects.
- Works with the VCAF and the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (VCSA) to develop budget projects for auxiliary and general fund buildings. Responsible for the execution of these budgets in accordance with state law, University of Colorado fiscal rules, and bond document requirements.
- Oversees campus liaison to the CU Design Review Board.
- Oversees the State Delegate to the State Buildings Program.
- Serves as the Principal Representative on behalf of the university for design and construction contracts.
- Coordinates with the Department of Public Safety on mutual operations, maintenance, service and design and construction issues.
- Represents the VCAF at selected meetings and functions with state and local agencies.
- Long term planning for the Parking & Transportation department and provides executive leadership for that department.
- Responsible for the operating budgets for the division outside of any capital/deferred maintenance projects.
- Oversees the sustainability program in collaboration with the sustainability director, including energy efficiency improvements, LEED certification and higher performance requirements for new facilities and renovations.
- Demonstrated ability to identify, monitor, and comply with federal law, state law, and policy and university policy and procedures.
Job Competencies:
- Ability to identify and implement imaginative and entrepreneurial solutions to complex problems for the entire university.
- Skill in persuasively presenting issues and represent the University of Colorado Colorado Springs to constituents that include the Board of Regents, state and local agencies and the public.
- Skill in developing and managing capital construction budgets and schedules.
- The ability to create and deliver effective presentations.
- Skill in developing and managing building operations, maintenance, and services.
- Skill in developing and implementing standardized processes and procedures for physical plant operations.
- Ability to identify and evaluate life cycle costs savings in capital construction projects.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and issues with multiple priorities.
- For the purposes of FLSA this position has been determined to be exempt from (not eligible for) overtime under FLSA.
Work Location: On-site
This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
What We Offer
Salary Range: Generally starting at $170,000 - $190,000 per year
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers excellent benefits (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=3897314&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness/new-employee) , some of which include:
- Medical insurance, with the lowest cost option being $0 to the employee
- Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
- Generous paid vacation and sick time accruals (14.67 hours of vacation and 10 hours of sick accrued per month, prorated if part-time)
- Mandatory retirement plans: Employees contribute 5% of their annual compensation, CU doubles that and contributes 10%
- Tuition Assistant Benefit available to you or a dependent
- Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
- Off Campus Housing Resources (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=3897314&targetURL=https://offcampushousing.uccs.edu/)
Tentative Search Timeline:
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by 3/12/2023 . However, this posting will remain open until filled.
- The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be the week of 3/20/2023.
- The potential dates for interviews with the supervisor and appointing authority will be the week of 4/3/2023.
- The potential employee start date is from May to Early June.
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.
UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
Qualifications
Please note that while the position details both required qualifications as well as preferred qualifications below, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications, have passion for the work, along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply. We encourage on-the-job training for any additional skills or knowledge that become relevant to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, facilities management, architecture, or closely related field.
- Minimum of 15 years progressively responsible experience in capital development, design & construction management, physical plant operations and utility operations.
- Colorado driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Master's degree in engineering, construction management, facilities management, architecture or closely related field.
- Public higher education experience.
- Experience in the construction management and/or facilities management of state or federal assets.
- Demonstrated Strategic Planning and Master Plan experience.
- Skill in the areas of responsibility to assure faculty, staff and student employees are valued, encouraged, and provided development opportunities.
- APPA Related Professional Education Certified: LEED professional credential(s), AIA or PE Licensure.
- Experience with parking and transportation services.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. Employee is occasionally required to move. Tasks may involve using a computer screen continuously for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position will be required to show up on job sites, accompany contractors, architects, engineers, and stakeholders for assigned projects. This position will be required to show up to campus during inclement weather in the absence of the executive director of facilities management & operations.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.
Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.
Special Instructions to Applicants: · Applications submitted by 3/12/2023 will receive full consideration. · Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 28967). · Official transcripts will be required upon hire. · Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=3897314&targetURL=cucareershelp@cu.edu) . Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials
Job Category : Executive
Primary Location : Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40092 - VCAF-Administrative Operations
Schedule : Full-time
Posting Date : Feb 11, 2023
Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Don Rabern Posting Contact Email: drabern@uccs.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=3897314&targetURL=drabern@uccs.edu) Position Number: 00411102
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