What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Facilities position at Colby-Sawyer College?
Provide leadership, direction, and oversight of all facilities operations across the college’s campus, totaling approximately 650,000 square feet, ensuring a safe, functional and welcoming campus environment. Responsible for management of building maintenance services, grounds including snow removal, college fleet operations, preventative maintenance, events support, environmental services and other duties as assigned. Manage and oversee building construction, campus renovations projects and campus initiatives that supports the strategic goals of the institution. Works collaboratively with all constituents of the college to support departmental and college objectives.
This position develops and implements strategic facilities plans that are aligned with institutional priorities, ensures regulatory compliance, oversees departmental budgets, and fosters a culture of safety, customer service, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The director serves as the primary facilities liaison with campus departments, public agencies and external vendors.
Essential Job Functions
1. Provide overall leadership and direction for Facilities Management operations including maintenance, grounds, snow/ice removal, fleet management, event support, and environmental services
2. Develop and implement short- and long-term facilities plans that align with the college’s strategic goals
3. Develop and manage deferred maintenance plan and annually evaluate for equipment and buildings
4. Advise senior leadership on facilities planning, infrastructure needs, and capital priorities
5. Ensure timely and effective facility set-ups for academic programs and campus events
6. Develop and manage departmental operating budget; monitor expenses to ensure fiscal responsibility; oversee procurement processes, bid documents, vendor selection and contract management
7. Provide leadership in recruitment, performance evaluation, and professional development
8. Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability and customer service excellence
9. Ensure staff training in regulatory compliance, safety standards and best practices
10. Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, ADA, environmental regulations and EEO requirements)
11. Maintain appropriate documentation, inspections, certifications and reporting requirements
12. Provide assistance during campus emergencies, severe weather events and after-hours incidents, ensuring continuity of operations planning for facilities-related functions
13. Occasional evening and weekend work is required, along with on-call duties