DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL PLANT SERVICES

GENERAL SUMMARY: Performs the planning, management, and operation of Physical Plant Services to comply with the mission statement for OSUIT. Responsible for providing leadership, oversight, financial administration and coordination of the maintenance and operations of the university's physical facilities. The Director also manages capital projects planning, development of facilities utilization and design, and development and implementation of physical facilities operational policies.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee Physical Plant, Custodial and Grounds Maintenance activities and operations for a 240 acre campus with approximately 1.1 million square feet of building space.
• Direct the development and implementation of operational policies and recommendations for improvement and maintenance of campus physical facilities.
• Provide leadership, expertise and support for planning and coordination of maintenance and renovation of campus buildings and infrastructure and new construction projects for OSUIT.
• Assure effective and efficient utilization of resources within budget constraints.
• Assure organizational compliance with applicable codes, rules, and regulations.
• Provide leadership in creating a diverse workforce in all areas of the University.
• Serves as liaison with outside project managers and other consultant selections to complete projects within the OSUIT system that are within the scope of the Physical Plant Services department.
• Additional duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, business or relevant discipline from an accredited college or university required.
• Evidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
• Seven years documented directly-related work experience or facilities maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task effectively.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills in addition to planning and project management skills.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and codes.
• Ability to handle multiple work priorities simultaneously and work with minimal supervision in a highly self-motivated manner.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Position requires that employee be able to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, bend, reach, and walk up and down stairs. Must have use of all limbs.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational ability.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a positive attitude.
• Excellent listening skills and customer responsiveness are essential.
• Oklahoma driver’s license.
• APPA certification as Institute of Facilities Management Graduate preferred.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends if necessary.
• Exposed to outside weather conditions, including extreme cold and heat.
• This position is classified as essential personnel, which may require attendance at work during inclement weather.
  
  DISCLAIMER:
  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.