What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director, Building and Environmental Services position at The University of North Carolina Greensboro?
Position Type
Staff
Position Eclass
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to the entire UNCG campus. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of more than 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Building and Environmental Services provides leadership and coordination of housekeeping and custodial services across campus facilities, most often within Housing and Residence Life or Facilities Operations.
This position supervises subordinate housekeeping supervisors, delivery personnel, set-up crews, floor maintenance assistants, and housekeeping staff to ensure clean, safe, and well-maintained living and learning environments.
Managers in this band are responsible for planning, scheduling, and inspecting housekeeping operations; managing equipment and supplies; ensuring compliance with safety and health standards; and aligning housekeeping activities with the University’s operational goals. The role also requires leadership in employee development, performance management, and customer service, with accountability for both daily operations and long-range planning of custodial programs.
This position supervises subordinate housekeeping supervisors, delivery personnel, set-up crews, floor maintenance assistants, and housekeeping staff to ensure clean, safe, and well-maintained living and learning environments.
Managers in this band are responsible for planning, scheduling, and inspecting housekeeping operations; managing equipment and supplies; ensuring compliance with safety and health standards; and aligning housekeeping activities with the University’s operational goals. The role also requires leadership in employee development, performance management, and customer service, with accountability for both daily operations and long-range planning of custodial programs.
- 30% — Leadership & Housekeeping Operations
- 20% — Maintenance & Special Projects
- 15% — Customer Service & Stakeholder Engagement
- 15% — Contract & Budget Management
- 10% — Inventory & MRO Stores Oversight
- 5% — Training & Employee Development
- 5% — Safety & Compliance
This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in general facilities work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Valid Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range
$73,778 - $81,975
Org #-Department
Facilities Operations - 56404
Job Open Date
08/31/2026
For Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year
12
FLSA
Exempt
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Sick LeaveSalary : $73,778 - $81,975