Director, Facilities

Job no: 499841
Work type: Non-Classified/Professional
Location: Boise,
Categories: Management, Athletics, Senior-Level

This position has the responsibility and oversight of facilities management and project construction, including maintenance, trades, custodial, and grounds for a division or college building(s). Serves as lead for capital project management and related projects. Supervises staff including student employees. Manages facility services, custodial services, safety and security programs.

We believe that Boise State Athletics connects our community, propels our university to greater heights, and changes the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world. We believe in BLUE.

Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees at the entry or intermediate level. Functions as advisor to unit and administration and sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results. Analyzes and resolves problems through drawing from prior experiences. Interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge.

Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of campus resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.

• Directly manages the supervisory staff responsible for facility services, including custodial or event and meeting production, housekeeping services, and building projects.
• Develops and approves the operating procedures for public assembly buildings, custodial, and facilities.
• Has administrator responsibility for evening and weekend managers.
• Responsible for department training, recognition, and performance management, providing feedback and approving evaluations, working directly with each department supervisor.
• Coordinates, plans, and supervises building construction projects, equipment replacement, furniture replacement, and facility upgrades.
• May oversee inspection of office, event, recreational, staff, team, and back-of-house spaces. The position will assess ongoing furnishing and equipment needs.
• May perform other duties as needed.

• Knowledge of group dynamics, conflict resolution skills necessary for training, problem-solving, etc.
• Knowledge of accounting and finance necessary to develop and interpret department reports.
• Experience in managing budgets, estimating project or equipment costs.
• Ability to manage large multi-use facilities or housing spaces.
• Experience supervising, hiring, training, scheduling, progressive discipline, and evaluating multiple staff and/or teams of staff.
• Knowledge of facilities maintenance and custodial needs and services.

Bachelor’s Degree plus 2 years relevant experience.

• Five (5) years of professional experience.
• Two (2) + years overseeing commercial property or public assembly buildings.

Salary starts at $60,673.60 annually and is commensurate with experience.

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package , including (but not limited to):

• 12paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 10.76% University contribution to yourORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See ourfull benefits page for more information!

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact…