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Supervisor of Controls

Georgetown University
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

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Job Overview

This position exists to provide technical engineering and operations management services to Georgetown’s Department of Facilities Maintenance while ensuring reliable and cost-effective control of Building Automation Systems including HVAC Controls. The incumbent will monitor the HVAC System energy consumption and performance and provide and implement recommendations to improve mechanical and electrical systems operations. They will actively pursue methods to reduce campus energy usage while maintaining environmental comfort and system performance in buildings. They will perform technical calculations and analyses to measure assess mechanical system performance. The manager will oversee modification of control designs and operations, as necessary, to improve effectiveness. Efficiency, and reliability. The incumbent will identify and develop energy projects, programs, and initiatives and execute on these projects. They will work as part of an integrated team to implement energy and environmental program requirements and deliver tangible reliability and cost saving results.

They will serve as the technical consultant for applicable design manuals and projects and advise on operations work including Preventive Maintenance Programs and Scheduling of Maintenance. He or she will participate in retro-commissioning efforts and provide input on project commissioning processes and requirements. He or she will lead interactions with controls service providers with regards to construction and installation of new or redesigned systems.

Work Interactions

Position reports to the Director of Maintenance for assignments, work direction, and administrative supervision. They will work closely with various campus constituents to provide solutions to complex business problems in their area of responsibility. They will perform division administrative functions as assigned by the Director, including operational reporting, procurement, working with contracts, and responding to human resources management matters.

Requirements And Qualifications

  • BS degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or technical degree preferred, additional experience in combination with an Associate’s degree is acceptable.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in facilities management, building automation systems, energy management, energy auditing, performance contracting, commissioning, or MEP design for large commercial facilities.
  • Minimum four years of experience working with BAS and HVAC systems
  • Thorough technical knowledge of energy consuming building systems (e.g., lighting, HVAC, motors, VFDs, controls, chillers, boilers, data centers, electrical distribution, transformers, and batteries).
  • Experience participating in ASHRAE energy audits of commercial facilities.
  • Thorough technical knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures for critical operations and related systems, including: HVAC, UPS, stand-by generators, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • CEM or LEED AP O&M preferred.
  • PMP or completion of a Project Management Program preferred
  • Self-motivated, adaptive learner in a changing environment and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively communicate to diverse audiences.
  • Strong team player and motivator with ability to foster cooperation and make decisions with groups of government and consulting team members.

Work Mode Desgination

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$66,783.00 - $126,720.23

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

Current Georgetown Employees

If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.

Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at (202) 687-4798 or oeoc@georgetown.edu.

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

Current Georgetown Employees

If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS https://gms.georgetown.edu/ using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.

Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click https://ideaa.georgetown.edu/ada for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website https://georgetownworks.georgetown.edu/

EEO Statement

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

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