Director of Building and Maintenance Operations
Director of Building and Maintenance Operations
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Vice President for Administration and FinanceJob Posting Title
Director of Building and Maintenance OperationsJob Description
Fort Hays State University seeks a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the Director of Building and Maintenance Operations. This pivotal role is responsible for the strategic oversight and management of the universitys physical campus infrastructure ensuring a safe clean and fully functional environment that supports our academic mission and enhances the student experience.
The Director provides leadership for a diverse team of skilled trades professionals supervisors and support staff. This position oversees maintenance repairs in-house construction environmental safety motor pool and the lock shop while managing budgets developing long-term preventative maintenance plans and ensuring compliance with all applicable federal state and local regulations. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep knowledge of construction skilled trades with a hands-on approach capable of inspiring a team managing complex projects and aligning departmental goals with the universitys strategic vision.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategic Management
- Lead mentor and develop a diverse team of supervisors and skilled trades staff fostering a culture of excellence collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Establish and execute departmental goals policies and procedures that align with the universitys strategic plan and operational needs.
- In collaboration with facilities planning help develop and implement comprehensive long-range plans for preventative maintenance deferred maintenance and capital renewal to preserve and enhance university assets.
- Serve as a key liaison collaborating effectively with academic departments student life contractors and other campus stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Organize and lead departmental meetings and safety training programs to ensure staff are informed engaged and compliant with best practices.
- Examine the administrative procedures and rules of facilities and recommend improvements.
Operational Oversight
- Direct the daily operations for the maintenance and repair of all academic and residential facilities including HVAC plumbing electrical carpentry painting and associated infrastructure.
- Oversee the universitys Lock Shop operations ensuring campus security and effective key control management.
- Manage in-house construction and renovation projects from initial planning and scoping to execution and completion ensuring projects are on time and within budget.
- Source negotiate with and manage external vendors and contractors for specialized services ensuring quality work and adherence to university standards.
- Maintain records and documentation on projects.
Financial & Resource Management
- Develop and manage the annual operating and capital budgets for building and maintenance operations.
- Analyze resource needs forecast future expenditures and provide budget reports to senior leadership.
- Authorize and oversee the procurement of supplies equipment and services ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to university purchasing policies.
Compliance Safety & Training
- Ensure all facilities and operations comply with federal state and local codes and regulations including OSHA EPA and ADA standards.
- Champion a culture of safety by developing implementing and enforcing robust safety protocols and training programs for all departmental staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Facilities Management Engineering Construction Management Business Administration or a related field OR four (4) years of directly related professional experience in lieu of a degree. An equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may also be considered.
- A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in physical plant facilities or maintenance operations.
- Experience with skilled trades building systems (HVAC electrical plumbing) and construction principles.
- Experience with applicable codes and regulations (OSHA EPA ADA etc.).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a higher education public sector or similarly complex institutional setting.
- Experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity with demonstrated success in leading and developing a team.
- Proven experience with budget development and financial management.
Additional Skills: Ability to cultivate and sustain relationships with diverse audiences. Ability to organize and prioritize work. Ability to solve problems. Ability to think critically and use independent judgment. Ability to work collaboratively. Knowledge of tools materials and methods used in general maintenance and repair work. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits: To review our competitive benefit package please visit FHSU Benefits.
Priority Deadline: September 25 2025. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately following the priority deadline and will continue until the position is filled.
Application Process: To apply for this position please visit FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Required Application Documents: Applicants should submit a cover letter resume and the names and contact information for three professional references.
Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.
If you have questions regarding the position please contact:
Wesley Wintch
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays a vibrant college town of approximately 20000 located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education health care professional services shopping culture and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement Hays Aquatic Park Smoky Hill Country Club Hays Municipal Golf Course and extensive walking running and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating fishing and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12 public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants major retail outlets a low unemployment rate and very short commute times the city provides a safe welcoming low-cost high-quality living environment for the residents who call Hays America home.
Notice of Non-discrimination Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender race religion national origin color age marital status sexual orientation genetic information disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position: Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or for further information on how this might affect you.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
