Associate Director, Facility Operations


Job Location:

Stephenville, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 22 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title

Associate Director Facility Operations

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Facilities Management

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University invites applications for the position of Operations Coordinator in the Department of Campus Operations. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching research and service this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation collaboration and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming liveson campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville Fort Worth RELLIS-Bryan and Waco along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where youre locatedon campus or onlineyou are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond

Important Immigration Information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19 2025 imposes a $100000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21 be advised that TarletonStateUniversity will NOT pay this fee. Therefore if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense toascertainwhether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton StateUniversity subject to this fee.

In addition on January 27 2026 Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visastatusthis moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

The Associate Director of Facility Operations provides leadership for departmental planning operations and administration. This position oversees the universitys third-party facility service contract for custodial grounds and maintenance. The Associate Director trains staff manages business operations and ensures service quality timely completion and accurate billing. This position drives continuous improvement and aligns facilities operations with the universitys strategic goals. Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Position is located on Tarleton States main campus in Stephenville Texas with normal work hours from Monday to Friday; from 8am to 5pm or as work requirements indicate. Position requires 24/7 on-call responsibility and extended work schedule during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

  • Leads the development of facility management goals and objectives and executes initiatives by managing project timelines cost tracking and completion.

  • Oversees Universitys third-party facility service contract for custodial grounds and maintenance including quality assurance contract reporting monitoring and KPI management.

  • Collects reviews and generates reports to track progress of KPI and facility data provides performance feedback to vendors and University leadership.

  • Coordinates with stakeholders on facility outages closures and changes in service scope; ensures accurate data capture for contract modifications.

  • Reviews invoices and payments for accuracy and compliance; monitors contract status and deliverables.

  • Supervises trains and manages employees and student workers.

  • Provides a high level of customer service to internal and external stakeholders seeking feedback to continually improve service quality.

  • Responds to emergency outages.

  • Acts as a liaison for facilities services.

  • Acts as representative of Campus Operations and as valued member of TSU as part of the A&M system and performs other duties as assigned including serving satellite campuses.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Seven years of related experience

Required KnowledgeSkillsand Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication organizational interpersonal proofreading and time management skills.

  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

  • Skills in word processing spreadsheets and database software.

  • Analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to interpret data and support evidence-based decision-making.

  • Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to multitask work independently and work cooperatively with others.

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

  • Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure which may include communications systems computer networks and systems cybersecurity systems electrical grid hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via Submit action.

Employment applications must include:

  • Completed online application

  • Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

  • Curriculum Vitae or Resume

  • At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. See resume is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.


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Job TitleAssociate Director Facility OperationsAgencyTarleton State UniversityDepartmentFacilities ManagementProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationStephenville TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionTarleton State University a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University invites appli...

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