Job Description Summary
The Assistant Director for Facilities is responsible for the overall condition of the Adele H. Stamp Student Union building including housekeeping services maintenance the recycling/composting program environmental safety renovation projects and the loading dock shipping/receiving operations.
The Assistant Director will provide oversight for the supervision and work coordination of approximately 40 full-time and part-time staff members as well as coordinate the work performed by outside contractors. Additionally the Assistant Director will coordinate all related services provided by the Universitys Facilities Management department. Position requires in person presence during business hours Monday through Friday.
Specific Duties:
Provide work coordination and supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor Housekeeping Supervisor and Loading Dock Manager.
Initiate and coordinate building renovations construction projects facility renewal projects and major repairs with Stamp maintenance staff University Facilities Management department and outside contractors.
Prepare and manage the facilities budget of approximately $3.3 million annually.
Oversee the requisition/procurement of supplies and equipment related to housekeeping and maintenance services of the Stamp.
Serve as the Stamps environmental safety officer including the coordination of the Stamps composting recycling and sustainability programs. Serve on related campus committees.
Develop implement and evaluate ongoing custodial and preventative maintenance standards and schedules. Oversee the furniture/equipment inventory and replacement schedule for the building. Other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands: Must be able to work in a combination of office and confined areas that are dirty and less than ideal spaces (mechanical rooms roof tops etc.) to conduct building inspections.
Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field. The incumbent will be required to occasionally perform hands-on tasks and inspect the work of others which will necessitate the ability to work in potentially hazardous or irritating environments. These environments may include confined spaces as well as situations that involve lifting bending stooping working at heights and operating in adverse conditions. Work is generally performed during normal working hours; however it is expected that those in this position will work whenever necessary to ensure the facility operates safely and efficiently at all times. After hours service calls are to be expected at times.
Preferences: N/A
License/Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Seven (7) years of facilities operations construction or maintenance experience. Two (2) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff. Knowledge of building systems. Knowledge of building operations in oral and written in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to multitask and prioritize to use computers and be adept at using word-processing spreadsheet and computer aided drafting (CAD) software.
Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials: Resume Cover Letter and References
Best Consideration Date: October 12 2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
Yes
Department
VPSA-Stamp Student Union - Operations
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$105000-$125000
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Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regardingdisclosablebackground checkinformation. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law and where applicable to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the Universitys Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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