Director of Facilities Management

Job Title:

Director of Facilities Management

Classification:
Exempt

Reports to:

Vice President of Strategic Operations and Human Resources

Salary Range: $58,000 - $62,000

North Central University is a dynamic Christian learning community educating students for lives of service throughout society, the marketplace, and the church. In keeping with its Pentecostal heritage and mission, NCU models and expects excellence in both academic practice and Christian faith.

The Director of Facilities Management leads the maintenance, repair, and operation of North Central University's buildings, grounds, infrastructure, equipment, and fleet. This position oversees facilities staff, contractors, preventative maintenance programs, capital projects, budgets, equipment maintenance, and snow removal operations to ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained campus.

• Direct maintenance and operation of campus buildings, grounds, utilities, and mechanical systems.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs and oversee work order systems.
• Conduct facility inspections, prioritize repairs, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage maintenance tools, equipment, inventory, and vendor contracts.

• Oversee maintenance, repair, and replacement planning for vehicles, grounds equipment, and snow removal equipment.
• Direct campus snow and ice management operations, including staffing, contractors, equipment readiness, and emergency response.

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise capital projects, renovations, and major repairs.
• Obtain bids, manage contractors, monitor project budgets, and ensure quality completion.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets, including a five-year facilities and equipment replacement plan.

• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate facilities personnel.
• Assign work, promote safety, and develop staff knowledge and technical skills.
• Foster strong communication and partnerships across campus departments.

• Lead facilities-related emergency response efforts and support campus operational continuity during severe weather and other emergencies.
• Must be available to respond to facilities emergencies, severe weather events, utility outages, and other operational issues outside normal business hours as needed.

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field, plus three years of relevant leadership experience; or five years of facilities, maintenance, construction, or mechanical operations management experience.

• Facilities Management Professional (FMP)
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification
• First Class C Boiler Operator License
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems certifications

• Demonstrated Christian character and servant leadership.
• Commitment to the University’s mission and statement of faith.
• Demonstrated knowledge of building systems, preventative maintenance, equipment repair, budgeting, and project management.
• Experience supervising maintenance personnel, contractors, and snow removal operations preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, climb ladders, lift up to 75 pounds, and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Must successfully pass a Kari Koskinen background check.

Working environment involves work in an urban, Christ-centered university.

• Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physically demanding maintenance work.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms.
• Ability to work in mechanical rooms, confined spaces, rooftops, and construction areas.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and snow removal equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements.

• Indoor and outdoor working environments
• Construction and maintenance-related dust and debris
• Paints, adhesives, chemicals, solvents, and cleaning agents
• Loud equipment, machinery, and power tools
• Variable weather…