Medical Facilities Subject Matter Expert; SME

Medical Facilities Subject Matter Expert (SME) Consultant

Title
:
Medical Facilities Subject Matter Expert (SME) Consultant
Location
:
Jacksonville, FL
Status
: PT On Call/Consultant
Travel
:
Negligible

Midnight Sun is hiring a Medical Facilities Subject Matter Expert (SME) consultant to provide specialized technical expertise and advisory support for facility operations, maintenance, and infrastructure systems for Medical and Clinical facilities under The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements. The consultant will work on an as‑needed/project basis, addressing complex system issues, providing compliance guidance, supporting project planning, and delivering technical recommendations. The SME functions as the senior technical resource to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations.

• Serve as the senior technical advisor for HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire/life safety, structural, environmental, and Joint Commission compliance requirements.
• Provide consultation to facility managers and maintenance teams as requested.
• Troubleshoot complex operational problems and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct facility condition assessments and system evaluations on an as‑needed basis.
• Advise on compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, IBC/IFC, EPA, Joint Commission standards, and local/state codes.
• Support safety audits, inspections, and compliance reviews when activated.
• Develop or review facility SOPs, safety protocols, and preventive maintenance standards to meet patient safety and quality care requirements.
• Provide technical review of design documents, specifications, scopes of work, and contractor proposals.
• Offer quality assurance insight on construction, maintenance, and vendor performance.
• Assist with federal contract requirements, performance metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Recommend lifecycle strategies, energy efficiency improvements, and system upgrades.
• Review CMMS data, maintenance records, and condition assessments to inform planning decisions.
• Provide targeted training to staff on facility systems and best practices when requested.
• Prepare technical memos, guidance materials, and consultant‑level recommendations.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, facility management, construction management, or a related field; or equivalent technical background.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in facility operations, engineering, or building systems.
• 5+ years working with The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements and having undergone numerous TJC assessments.
• Experience supporting federal facilities or government contracting environments – preferred.

• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in one or more core technical disciplines, including Joint Commission standards.
• Strong familiarity with applicable codes and industry standards.
• Ability to work independently in a consulting capacity with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and facility reporting tools – preferred.
• Prior experience in healthcare facility operations or as a Joint Commission SME – preferred.

• Professional credentials such as CFM, FMP, PE, CEM, PMP, or similar – preferred.

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Disclaimer
:
This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. KIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to KIC Shareholders and their Descendants.

Successful candidates must adhere to KIC's Drug and Alcohol policy/testing requirements and may be required to pass a background and/or Motor Vehicle Records check. The salary range for this position is based on several factors, including relevant experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

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