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Inside Higher Ed · 3 days ago

Assistant Vice President, Facilities & Campus Operations

Hempstead, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$230K/yr - $240K/yr

12+ years exp

Hofstra University is a nationally recognized private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. The Assistant Vice President for Facilities & Campus Operations is responsible for the administration, management, operation, and maintenance of all physical facilities at the university, leading a diverse team to ensure optimal functionality and service delivery across campus.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for all campus utilities, operations, and maintenance services including custodial, grounds, plumbing, electrical, sanitation, masonry, painting, fire safety, emergency power equipment, snow removal operations, and all emergency situations affecting the campus

Ensures campus facilities are maintained and operate to provide Hofstra’s faculty, students, staff, and administrators with the environment and functionality required to perform at the highest levels of achievement

In partnership with the Senior Vice President for Financial Affairs, collaborates with other senior administrators and various academic department representatives to identify and prioritize campus improvements to support and enhance operational efficiencies

Maintains a strong department culture characterized by high customer service, strong work ethic, and individual accountability, while building morale and a sense of shared purpose with all Plant administrators and union staff

Negotiates effectively for the university to ensure the best possible terms and results from contractors, vendors, and various design professionals

In partnership with the Senior Vice President for Financial Affairs, plans and coordinates campus services in the event of unexpected emergencies due to accidents, severe weather, utilities outages, or other unplanned situations

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Facilities managementEngineering degreeLeadershipUnion managementCapital planningTeam buildingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering required

At least 12 – 15 years of relevant facilities management experience, including prior supervisory responsibility

Valid driver's license

Demonstrated leadership, management, communication, and interpersonal skills

Established record of managing a facilities department committed to optimizing operations, providing quality service, and delivering services in a cost-effective, efficient manner

Proven experience managing union and non-union personnel, contractors, vendors, and professional consultants to achieve organizational objectives

Experience in planning, renovation, operation, and maintenance of building infrastructure systems

Previous experience in team building, construction partnering, and work management programs

Ability to work weekends and after hours as needed in support of campus events and emergencies

Preferred

Master's degree with a concentration in construction management, building, or real estate management

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), or ability to obtain licensure within 12 months

Prior experience in higher education, hospitals, or similarly complex, matrixed organizations

Experience developing and implementing multi-year capital planning, including alignment with institutional priorities and long-term financial strategy

Experience with capital renewal planning and central utility systems in higher education facilities or large-scale commercial real estate