Assistant Director, Engineering & Operations

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED with nine (9) years of steam chilled water and heating water production experience five (5) years of experience in a supervisory role.

• Or Bachelors plus 5 years of steam chilled water and heating water production experience.

• Valid drivers license with fewer than 12 points on their Motor Vehicle Record.

• High pressure boiler operators license.

• Computer program proficiency level: Intermediate.

Preferred qualifications:

• 5-7 years supervisory experience in a healthcare setting.

• CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager).

• Computer program proficiency level: Advance.

Additional Information:

• THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR PROVIDES LEADERSHIP IN THE OPERATION OF CHILLED WATER AND STEAM PRODUCTION BOILERS CHILLERS AND SUPPORTING INFRASTRUCTURE ENSURING SAFE RELIABLE AND EFFICIENT PERFORMANCE ACROSS ALL SYSTEMS. THIS ROLE MANAGES STAFF CONTRACTORS AND VENDORS OVERSEES MAINTENANCE AND UPGRADES ENSURES REGULATORY AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE AND SUPPORTS STRATEGIC PLANNING AND SPECIAL PROJECTS THAT ENHANCE ENERGY RELIABILITY SUSTAINABILITY AND INSTITUTIONAL EFFICIENCY. THE POSITION ALSO FOSTERS COLLABORATION ACROSS CAMPUS DEPARTMENTS AND STAKEHOLDERS TO ALIGN ENERGY OPERATIONS WITH THE UNIVERSITYS MEDICAL EDUCATIONAL AND RESEARCH MISSIONS.
• THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR MUST HAVE DEMONSTRATED EXPERTISE IN BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS (BAS) INCLUDING PROGRAMMING INTEGRATION AND OPTIMIZATION TO ENSURE RELIABLE OPERATION OF CHILLED WATER STEAM HVAC AND ENERGY MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS. THIS INCLUDES USING BAS DATA FOR TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS PERFORMANCE MONITORING AND ENERGY CONSERVATION AS WELL AS COORDINATING WITH CONTROLS CONTRACTORS AND CAMPUS OPERATIONS STAFF TO MAINTAIN SYSTEM INTEGRITY AND EFFICIENCY.
• THE ROLE ALSO REQUIRES A STRONG UNDERSTANDING OF DISTRICT HYDRONIC HEATING AND CHILLED WATER LOOP SYSTEMS INCLUDING SYSTEM DESIGN HYDRONIC BALANCING ENERGY TRANSFER LOAD MANAGEMENT REDUNDANCY PLANNING AND SYSTEM-WIDE PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION. THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR MUST BE CAPABLE OF EVALUATING SYSTEM PERFORMANCE IDENTIFYING INEFFICIENCIES AND RECOMMENDING OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS AND UPGRADES TO MAXIMIZE RELIABILITY AND EFFICIENCY.
• IN ADDITION THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR MUST POSSESS COMPREHENSIVE KNOWLEDGE OF HIGH-PRESSURE BOILERS INCLUDING OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COMBUSTION PROCESSES FUEL SYSTEMS BURNER MANAGEMENT SAFETY DEVICES PRESSURE RELIEF SYSTEMS AND FAIL-SAFE CONTROLS. KNOWLEDGE OF ASME CODES STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS AND WATER TREATMENT PROGRAMS IS REQUIRED ALONG WITH THE ABILITY TO OPTIMIZE BOILER PERFORMANCE IMPROVE EFFICIENCY AND MANAGE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURES.
• OVERALL THIS POSITION IS CRITICAL TO MAINTAINING SAFE EFFICIENT AND RELIABLE ENERGY SYSTEM THAT SUPPORTS THE UNIVERSITYS INSTITUTIONAL GOALS WHILE ADVANCING SUSTAINABILITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE.

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This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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