| Position Title: |
Associate Vice President of Facilities Management |
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| Location: |
Big Rapids (Main Campus) |
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| Advertised Salary: |
Salary commensurate with education, experiences and other requirements. Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.) |
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| FLSA: |
Exempt |
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| Temporary/Continuing: |
Continuing |
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| Part-Time/Full-Time: |
Full-Time |
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| At Will/Just Cause: |
At Will |
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| Summary of Position: |
Directs the management and operation of campus facilities by coordination, supervision and leadership, to include: Operation and maintenance of campus buildings, grounds, roads and walks; Transportation services (motor pool & bus operations); Custodial services; Power plant and Utilities; Energy management; Facilities development, extension and renovation; Shipping, receiving, and mailroom; Plant stores; and Disposition of surplus goods. |
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| Position Type: |
Staff |
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| Required Education: |
Minimum requirement: Bachelor's degree in Facilities Engineering/Business Administration or related field(s). |
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| Required Work Experience: |
Minimum five to ten years of progressive, supervisory/management experience in institutional or industrial facilities. Must possess demonstrated skills in project management, financial management and budgeting, planning, scheduling, employee relations, supervision, and computer information systems. |
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| Required Licenses and Certifications: |
N/A |
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: |
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities, will be considered. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. |
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| Duties/Responsibilities: |
Maintain all buildings, grounds, and facilities; Manage all functional areas of responsibility for the Physical Plant through supervision of the assigned leaders; Develop, maintain, and monitor all Physical Plant operations and projects, and related budgets; Maintain a collaborative work environment with all represented and non-represented Ferris employees; Work with University administration to continuously improve the service levels and develop the necessary organization to fulfill Physical Plant responsibilities in support of the Strategic Plan and other initiatives; Provide the support and leadership that inspires excellence; Utilize Physical Plant Project Management staff to develop and maintain project planning in conjunction with the Campus Master Plan, including new construction, renovations, grounds, and building maintenance; Work with various state and federal governmental agencies to coordinate project funding and related reporting/record-keeping; Manage the departments in compliance with collective bargaining agreements, policies, procedures, and regulations, and Perform any other duties assigned. |
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| Skills and Abilities: |
Communicate effectively with the Vice President of Administration and Finance, along with other University staff, both verbally and in writing; identify and implement leading-edge technology to enhance University processes and services; effectively manage time, negotiate contracts, create and carry out strategic planning, work independently, and work varied hours. |
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| Optional Documents: |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Submit Cover Letter & Resume |
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Initial Application Review Date:
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02/26/2021 |
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Posting Close Date:
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| EEO Statement: |
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. |
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