Deputy Director, Facilities Management
Deputy Director, Facilities Management
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Job Description
Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86acre campus it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
VUU provides a robust array of academic programs including 35 Bachelors 11 Masters and one Doctoral degree. Virginia Union University remains steadfast in its commitment to offering accessible highquality education instilling a sense of assurance and confidence in its students. It fosters a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to the holistic development of future leaders.
Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a BestInClass educational experience for students faculty and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institutions mission. The principles are Innovation Spiritual Formation Integrity Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence.
The Deputy Director of Facilities Management provides strategic leadership and daytoday operational oversight of all university facilities infrastructure and grounds. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Facilities or the Vice President of Administration the Deputy Director is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of maintenance construction custodial and environmental services that support the mission of the university.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations including maintenance repair capital improvement projects and space management.
- Serve as secondincommand of the department acting on behalf of the Executive Director as needed.
- Oversee capital projects renovations and infrastructure upgrades from planning through completion.
- Assist with the preparation monitoring and execution of departmental budgets.
- Ensure costeffective allocation of resources and compliance with financial procedures and regulatory standards.
- Supervise preventative and corrective maintenance activities for all campus facilities and systems including HVAC plumbing electrical and life safety.
- Promote and implement sustainability practices in energy usage waste reduction and resource management.
- Manage mentor and evaluate supervisory staff and skilled trades personnel within facilities services.
- Oversee training programs succession planning and employee development to maintain a highperforming team.
- Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and employment policies where applicable.
- Ensure adherence to OSHA EPA ADA and other regulatory standards.
- Participate in emergency preparedness weather response and disaster recovery efforts.
- Coordinate with IT campus police environmental health and academic departments on facilitiesrelated needs.
- Support special events and university operations through logistical planning and facilities coordination.
Education
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Facilities Management Construction Management or related field (Masters degree preferred).
- Minimum of 710 years of progressively responsible facilities or operations experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Valid drivers license and ability to respond to afterhours emergencies.
- Must be able to work in diverse environmental conditions including exposure to all weather (rain sleet snow heat).
- Must be available for afterhours emergencies holidays and oncall responsibilities as needed.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds.
Application Process
Candidates are required to submit their resume four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment.For any questions or concerns please contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability gender identity protected veteran status or other protected class.
For more information about Virginia Union University visitVUU About Page.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
