Assistant Director, Space and Facilities, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine R0153668

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Director, Space and Facilities, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine [R0153668].

The Assistant Director, Space and Facilities leads the daily operations of the space and facilities management team supporting the shared‑services model for the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine (KKSOM) at UNLV and UNLV Health. The position supervises all subordinate staff serving 14 locations comprising 315,000 square feet that support academic, administrative, clinical, and research programs, and works with other school and University departments and contracted vendors to ensure responsibilities are met timely.

The Assistant Director ensures the department operates within approved budgetary constraints by monitoring and approving expenditures, maintains compliance with UNLV and KKSOM policies and all regulatory and accrediting‑organization standards, and initiates programs and projects that support the growth and strategic initiatives of KKSOM. The position exercises independent judgment over facility operations, emergency preparedness, access and security, space, and inventory management across the shared‑services portfolio.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment criminal background and/or credit check.

• Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a four additional years of relevant experience, or an associate’s degree plus two additional years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of facilities or operations experience, including two (2) to four (4) years of supervisory or management experience over multidisciplinary staff and contractors.
• Evidence of experience supervising an administrative department responsible for implementing state and federal regulations.
• Exceptional writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

• Ten or more years of demonstrated effectiveness as a leader and manager with significant responsibility managing multiple academic facilities, with intradepartmental and interdepartmental focus.
• Knowledge of and experience with the EPA, NVOSHA, NV State Fire Marshal, and NV State Public Works.
• Experience managing academic facilities operations.
• Skilled in the use of project management tools to develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines.

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• Rebel Card discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to…