Mgr, Facility Operations

Requisition

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Mgr, Facility Operations

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PLEASE NOTE:

This position
is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles
west of Albuquerque, NM.

The University of New Mexico Gallup Branch Facilities Management Department is seeking a well-rounded, self-motivated individual for the position of Manager of Facility Operations. The selected candidate will manage and oversee all aspects of the Facilities Management Department operations and services. Oversees the supervision of a talented team engaged in activities associated with the operations, maintenance, and housekeeping, guides their development through hiring, training, and performance evaluations.

Plans, oversees, and coordinates the implementation of construction and capital improvement projects, and directly participates in overall facilities planning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides technical leadership for the Facilities Management Department activities and programs, to include maintenance and construction, facilities management, custodial services, and grounds.
• Oversees all facets of the daily operations of the organizational unit, ensuring compliance with the University, state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations.
• Works with the University's Facilities Planning department to oversee the planning, coordination, and implementation of major capital improvement projects for the facility.
• Oversees the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, promotion, enforcement of internal procedures and controls, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
• Oversees the activities of external and/or internal contract personnel; monitors and inspects work to ensure adherence to contract specifications and industry standards.
• Develops or assists with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient and safe operation of the unit.
• Develops and implements systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the operating unit.
• Evaluates preventive maintenance programs; modifies programs to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develops, implements, and administers a large, multifaceted operating budget, to include salaries and benefits, utilities, and supplies.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate customer services procedures and standards; interfaces with customers and resolves problems and conflicts as necessary.
• Remains available to the component on a 24-hour, 7-day on-call basis as principal respondent to physical plant emergencies and off-standard situations, as required.
• Oversees the development and implementation of physical security, safety, and disaster recovery programs, procedures, and operations for the facility.
• Consults and interacts with Facilities Planning, Physical Plant Department, Purchasing Department, and external consultants as appropriate regarding facilities modification/repair options, strategies, and cost; develops project specifications and prepares bid documentation.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.

High school diploma or GED; at least 10 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Project management and planning skills.
• Ability to respond as needed on a 24/7 basis.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Knowledge and integrated understanding of the physical plant and facilities services operations of a large, complex institutional facility.
• Knowledge of all federal, state, and local codes and ordinances pertinent to facilities planning, design, construction, and maintenance.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Knowledge of budget preparation, cost estimating, monitoring, and fiscal management principles and procedures.
• Ability to develop
  and implement facility safety, security, and disaster recovery programs and
  procedures.

Gallup

Gallup Branch

Staff

Regular - Full-Time

Exempt

Monthly: $,4277.87 - $6,009.47

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

As a condition of employment, eligible employees…