Director of Facilities, Jersey City

Kean University • Jersey City, NJ

5d • $125,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Assistant Vice President for Facilities and HVAC, the Director of Facilities (Director 2) at the Jersey City location manages the day-to-day operations of the University’s Physical Plant and ensures continued and effective function in support of academic, administrative and student services. In addition, the Director manages and sustains high quality facilities operations that support the University’s fundamental mission of teaching, learning and research. The Director is responsible for all Facilities planning and service delivery across trades, housekeeping and grounds, and collaborates with Transportation and Events to support campus logistics and operational readiness. Employees are expected to work on site at one of the Kean campus locations. This position is primarily based at the Jersey City location and requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. This position is considered essential and assists the Assistant Vice President and Vice President with response in crisis, weather and emergency situations.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree
• Four years of professional experience with direct involvement in facilities planning, operations, physical plant, budgeting, maintenance RFP’s and emergency response
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local building code requirements
• Valid driver's license is required
• Ability to perform essential functions that require physical activity including, but not limited to: driving, walking long and short distances, standing for long durations of time outdoors/indoors, bending and/or stooping, occasionally lifting/carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds and climbing stairs
• The work environment will expose the Director to chemicals, heat, noise, odor, and dust
• The Director will be expected to wear appropriate personal protective devices including gloves, eye protection/face shield, dust mask, N95 respiratory protection, hearing protection and a lab coat or apron

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day operations of the University’s Physical Plant
• Ensures continued and effective function in support of academic, administrative and student services
• Manages and sustains high quality facilities operations that support the University’s fundamental mission of teaching, learning and research
• Responsible for all Facilities planning and service delivery across trades, housekeeping and grounds
• Collaborates with Transportation and Events to support campus logistics and operational readiness
• Assists the Assistant Vice President and Vice President with response in crisis, weather and emergency situations.

Benefits

• This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director