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Nebraska Indian Community College ยท 1 week ago

Director of Facilities Operations

Nebraska Indian Community College is a Tribal College dedicated to providing quality higher education and lifelong educational opportunities. The Director of Facilities Operations is responsible for managing the operations, maintenance, and repair of the college's facilities, overseeing budgets, compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with campus administration.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Supervise Campus Utility Personnel (Custodial)
Develops, implements, and maintains a building management program for three NICC campus location buildings
Provides day-to-day communication of personnel assigned to building, mechanical, and electrical trades; grounds maintenance; warehousing; and office administration
Develops, implements, and ensures compliance of policies and procedures associated with all aspects of operating the daily operations at each campus
Develops multi-year operating budgets and oversees all financial aspects of the Facilities department in alignment with the NICC Facilities Master Plan
Coordinates activities with campus administration on issues related to maintaining the physical buildings
Implements and directs the building maintenance/repair contracted service vendors to ensure that departmental. building maintenance/repair service standards are consistent with NICC Health and Safety division, associated with administrative policies and procedures, and contract agreements
Prepares cost estimates; consults with professional contractors/experts; interfaces with control agencies; originates documents for service agreements, special repair construction and maintenance contracts; supervises the execution of remodeling and maintenance projects; conducts pre-bid job showings; coordinates, inspects, and evaluates the work of contractors; approves expenditures related to the rehabilitation and maintenance of campus facilities
Establishes a quality assurance program, coordinates training programs and safety programs, tracks and maintains accident reports, and makes recommendations for accident prevention
Inspects equipment and facilities to determine condition, safety and need for repairs; establishes priorities, planning, and scheduling of repairs for safety purposes; inspects the workplace and work project sites to ensure full compliance with industrial safety orders; ensures that safety meetings and employee training in the proper and safe use of tools and equipment are held and documented; investigates and files reports on employee work-related illnesses and/or accidents and takes appropriate action to correct situations and coordinates employee return-to-work efforts with the Human Resource Director
The Director will chair the Health and Safety Committee
Complete and disseminate the Annual Security Report in compliance with the Clery Act reporting requirements by the fall deadline each year
Manage room reservations
Collect and submit monthly reports for mileage and vehicle maintenance for NICC fleet
Coordinate the ordering of campus supplies for all three campuses
Synthesize information for the Deans to determine campus closures and emergency notifications
Other Duties as Assigned

Qualification

Facilities managementBudget preparationSafety regulationsMechanical trades knowledgeCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsSelf-directionComputer proficiencyVendor managementInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationOral communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, architecture, engineering, construction, public administration, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in managing an organization or overseeing operations is required
Experience in construction or facilities management may be accepted in lieu of a degree when appropriate
General knowledge of mechanical trades (engineering services, plumbing and electrical), architectural trades (carpentry, painting and locksmith); and campus operations (grounds, custodial and warehouse)
Knowledge of the Nebraska Building Code, National Fire Protection Association codes, and safety orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of Nebraska
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, protocols, and enforcement procedures
Ability to work and communicate with the campus community, including faculty, staff, and students
Ability to work effectively with vendors, contracts, code, and regulation officials, President's Office, personnel, and the public
Knowledge of business practices and procedures
Demonstrated skill in budget preparation and fiscal management
Demonstrated skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
Ability to use computers and software programs for correspondence
Ability to operate large mowers and skid loaders
Weekly travel to the 2 other campus locations
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be able to coordinate intercampus travel effectively

Preferred

Minimum of two (2) years of work experience, preferably in a tribal or community college setting
Candidate should have a high degree of self-direction and motivation, strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

Company

Nebraska Indian Community College

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Nebraska Indian Community College provides quality higher education and lifelong educational opportunities for Umonhon (Omaha), Isanti (Santee Dakota) and all learners.

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