Director for Facilities Services & Operations

Director for Facilities Services & Operations

Position Title Director for Facilities Services & Operations

Functional Title

Department

Department Facilities Management

Salary Range

Salary Range $110,000 - $130,000 Dependent on Qualifications

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status

Position Status Regular full-time

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 11/17/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 01/05/2026

Job Summary

Responsible for the management of Facilities Services & Operations, including Building Maintenance & Operations (Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC , Elevators) and Facilities Services (Grounds, Custodial, Automotive, & Moving/Events). Responsible for the management of all Physical Plant areas and activities in the absence of the Assistant Vice President for Facilities Services and Operations.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a related field;
Ten (10) years of related professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. 5-7 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in a complex, customer service-focused organization, such as a university, hospital or municipality.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Professional certification as a Certified Educational Facilities Professional ( CEFP ), Certified Facility Manager ( CFM ), or Facility Management Professional ( FMP )
• Graduate of APPA’s Leadership Academy
• Trade certification as a journeyman, master, or specialist in a field used by the UTD Facilities Management organization
• Proven track record of proactively managing conflict in the workplace, documenting coaching, performance improvement plans, and collaboration with Human Resources to quickly resolve employee behavioral or performance issues.

Other Factors: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Track record of professional success in coordinating projects with executive management, academic/professional staff, community groups, peers, subordinates, external regulators, contractors, engineers, and architects.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions: Leadership and management of the Facilities Services & Operations function of the Facilities Management organization, including Building Maintenance/Operations and Facilities Services.

• Oversees the operations and staff of approximately 100 personnel responsible for operation, maintenance and repair of campus buildings, grounds, custodial services, moving/events, pest control, preventive maintenance, inspections, and disaster response;
• Administers several contracted university services, including but not limited to custodial services, elevator maintenance, waste management, and landscaping services;
• Directs personnel management for those under his/her purview, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary measures;
• Ensures the quality of customer service and responsiveness of maintenance and operation support to University community;
• Oversees workplace safety at all locations and liaises with Institutional Risk & Safety and end users to foster a safe workplace;
• Assists in establishing the annual operating budget, including staffing costs, employee professional development needs while planning for cost increases, and identifying opportunities for cost reduction through improved efficiency;
• Manages Physical Plant operations in the absence of the Assistant Vice President for Facilities Services and Operations;
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President for Facilities Services and Operations.

Internal Control Responsibility: Responsible for the design and execution of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, financial information is reliable, and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures are complied with.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Ability to sit at desk or in meetings, stand, climb, and walk. Must have the physical ability to conduct on-site inspections of all facilities at The University of Texas at Dallas, including construction and maintenance projects.

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Work Notice: Work will be performed on site and in-person. May be required to report to on-site work location during campus closure. May be required to report to on-site work location during inclement weather.

What we have to offer:

We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Internal Training
• Medical insurance –…