Director, Building and Grounds Operations

Position Title & Department:

 Director, Building and Grounds Operations; Facilities Management Posting #

5268

Department Description:

The mission of the University of San Diego Facilities Management Department is to efficiently operate, maintain, and support the development of quality facilities, grounds, and services, and at the same time to support our campus community, students, faculty, and staff. Through our efforts we support the university's commitment to pursuing truth, academic excellence, and the advancement of knowledge. 

University Description:

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:

The Director of Building and Grounds Operations plans, administers, and manages the activities and personnel of Building Maintenance, Central Plant, Grounds, Custodial, Housekeeping, Transportation, Special Services, and Warehouse departments. The Director is also required to negotiate and manage various Building and Grounds maintenance projects and service contracts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervision

• Approves all personnel actions including hiring, performance evaluations, discipline, and termination.
• Approves work assignments and conducts job cost accounting for non-maintenance work.
• With input from direct reports, recommends all merit increases, promotions, and other personnel actions.
• Maintains standards of performance and quality control.
• Proactively leads the way with our software systems, such as TMA, Siemens/Desigo, and Salto. Works closely with other campus software that relates to our FM work, such as EMS and Star Res. Recommends and helps implement necessary upgrades.

Planning and Training

• Works closely with the Director of Planning, Design, and Construction and Director of Sustainability
• Coordinates work with various university departments, i.e. Residential Life, Auxiliaries, Dining Services, Special Events, Academic Units, Athletics, and other Facilities Management departments
• Coordinates feedback on all construction and renovation projects during all phases of design and construction. Provides input to management about new construction, i.e., operational impacts after construction is completed. Participates actively in construction turnover and warranty management.
• Plans and approves special projects and non-routine work.
• Proactively seeks out, approves, and implements work schedules, quality standards, development, and training programs for department personnel.
• Leads and directs preventative maintenance program on all equipment and building systems.
• Manages and maintains long-term capital/deferred maintenance program.
• Assists with keeping the USD Design Standards current and up-to-date
• Participates in campus committees, advocating for Facilities Management while professionally representing Facilities Management in a respectful, collegial, and collaborative manner.
• May be asked to serve on and/or fulfill a strategic role in the university's Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

Budget and Management

• Works closely with the Director of Budget and Administrative Services
• Responsible for all budgets in assigned area and maintains pertinent records, reports, and other paperwork.
• Administers contracted services.
• Approves all department purchase requisitions.