Director of Campus Operations

Date Posted: April 10, 2023

Title of Position: Director of Campus Operations

Bargaining Unit/Salary Range: Confidential; Level 5; $59,871 - $83,913

Job Summary: The Director of Campus Operations serves in a senior leadership capacity and is responsible for overseeing campus facilities, safety, and security. Duties include oversight, scheduling and supervision of all Facilities Maintenance Department operations and personnel, including maintenance and repair activities, custodial services and contracted services while operating within MCCS and EMCC policy and ensuring that the physical operation of the College meets budgetary and strategic objectives. The Director will also manage, schedule, and supervise contracted services for campus security as well as oversee the scheduling and maintenance of central fleet vehicles.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Identifying, managing, and completing a wide variety of capital and operational projects across all buildings, facilities, grounds, utilities, and energy management systems owned or operated by the College to provide a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment for students, faculty and staff in fulfillment of EMCCs mission.
• This director continually inspects and assesses the conditions of campus buildings and facilities to identify, budget and effect maintenance, repairs or renovation needs and problem solving as required. Respond to requests for data collection for multiple projects.
• Prepares the annual facilities maintenance, and safety and security operating and capital budgets, in alignment with identified college-wide priorities and capital projects.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates activities to ensure the public safety of all students, employees and the EMCC community. This position will develop and implement campus safety protocols, programs and initiatives for students, staff and the public.
• This director enforces college policy and complies with local ordinances to support the goals and mission of the College. The Director is responsible for campus environmental health and safety compliance and will play an integral role in ensuring an environment that fosters student success, external customer satisfaction, and compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in relevant field, substantial experience in facilities maintenance and safety and security, and substantial experience in budgeting and supervising. Desired: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. Certified or licensed in any of the following areas: Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC or related trade.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Superior problem-solving, time management and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic in a diverse educational community setting.
• Ability to adapt to changing assignments and multiple priorities.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently, take initiative to solve problems and proactively prevent problems from arising preferred.
• Proven computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits: 100% employer paid health, dental and life insurance for employees, Maine State Retirement or TIAA-CREF, and generous paid time off package.

Additional Benefits could include:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid Holidays
• Statewide Locations
• Tuition Waivers
• Training
• 529 Education Plan MCCS Matching Grant

Application Procedure: Initial review of applications will begin on April 24, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. To submit a complete application file, click on the EMCC Employment Opportunities link (https://www.emcc.edu/discover-emcc/emcc/employment/): select the position you are interested in, “Apply Now”, complete the “Application” and upload your cover letter, resume and transcript. Also include contact information for three professional references.

Institutional Summary: Eastern Maine Community College offers over 30 one- and two-year programs as well as short-term and specialized training and retraining courses for business, industry, and the community. We award associate in applied science associate in science, and associate in arts degrees; certificate and advanced certificates; and documents of completion for customized, short-term programs and courses. The 72-acre campus is in Bangor just a short drive from Maine’s scenic coast and mountains.

Eastern Maine Community College is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact (207) 974-4637.