What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director, Facility Operations position at Tarleton State University?
Job Title
Associate Director, Facility Operations
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Facilities Management
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Operations Coordinator in the Department of Campus Operations. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.
At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond
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Important Immigration Information
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.
In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
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The Associate Director of Facility Operations provides leadership for departmental planning, operations, and administration. This position oversees the university’s third-party facility service contract for custodial, grounds, and maintenance. The Associate Director trains staff, manages business operations, and ensures service quality, timely completion, and accurate billing. This position drives continuous improvement and aligns facilities operations with the university’s strategic goals. Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Position is located on Tarleton State’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas with normal work hours from Monday to Friday; from 8am to 5pm or as work requirements indicate. Position requires 24/7 on-call responsibility and extended work schedule during peak seasons.
Responsibilities
Required Education and Experience:
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Application Procedure
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
Employment Applications Must Include
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Associate Director, Facility Operations
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Facilities Management
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Operations Coordinator in the Department of Campus Operations. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.
At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond
________________________________________________________________________
Important Immigration Information
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.
In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
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The Associate Director of Facility Operations provides leadership for departmental planning, operations, and administration. This position oversees the university’s third-party facility service contract for custodial, grounds, and maintenance. The Associate Director trains staff, manages business operations, and ensures service quality, timely completion, and accurate billing. This position drives continuous improvement and aligns facilities operations with the university’s strategic goals. Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Position is located on Tarleton State’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas with normal work hours from Monday to Friday; from 8am to 5pm or as work requirements indicate. Position requires 24/7 on-call responsibility and extended work schedule during peak seasons.
Responsibilities
- Leads the development of facility management goals and objectives, and executes initiatives by managing project timelines, cost tracking, and completion.
- Oversees University’s third-party facility service contract for custodial, grounds, and maintenance, including quality assurance, contract reporting, monitoring, and KPI management.
- Collects, reviews, and generates reports to track progress of KPI and facility data, provides performance feedback to vendors and University leadership.
- Coordinates with stakeholders on facility outages, closures, and changes in service scope; ensures accurate data capture for contract modifications.
- Reviews invoices and payments for accuracy and compliance; monitors contract status and deliverables.
- Supervises, trains, and manages employees and student workers.
- Provides a high level of customer service to internal and external stakeholders seeking feedback to continually improve service quality.
- Responds to emergency outages.
- Acts as a liaison for facilities services.
- Acts as representative of Campus Operations and as valued member of TSU as part of the A&M system and performs other duties as assigned, including serving satellite campuses.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Seven years of related experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, proofreading, and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and database software.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret data and support evidence-based decision-making.
- Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multitask, work independently and work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Application Procedure
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
Employment Applications Must Include
- Completed online application
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Salary : $100,000