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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Associate Director for Facilities and Building Maintenance

Tacoma Community College is located in the scenic Puget Sound area and is committed to fostering community engagement and diversity. They are seeking an Associate Director for Facilities and Building Maintenance to manage the efficient operation and maintenance of the college's facilities, ensuring high standards of service for students and staff.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the Facilities primary point of contact for facilities and buildings-related operations and support services, including instructional equipment repairs, building space planning, and office furniture design and installation, coordinating project activities to minimize impact to departments and programs
Oversee campus stormwater systems to ensure regulatory compliance and integration of stormwater management into maintenance, capital projects, and sustainability efforts
Plan, direct and manage efficient site operations, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, general maintenance, preventative maintenance, and support services
Develop and manage systems and processes to ensure work orders are generated, prioritized, assigned, monitored, tracked, and completed with established timelines and budgets
Serve as a member of the inclement weather team recommending early morning campus closure status to college leadership
Serve as essential personnel during emergency situations and inclement weather
Oversee health and safety aspects including developing and maintaining processes and standards, accurate record keeping, ensuring health and safety related equipment (such as fire alarms/suppression, fire extinguishers, elevators, eye/hot washes) is inspected and maintained to standards, conduct/coordinate health and safety related drills and trainings
Provide facilities leadership in the absence of the Executive Director
Administer and utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems / Megamation containing work orders, assets, preventative maintenance, data reporting, and other functions
Oversee, administer, and utilize college facilities administrative systems, including key card access control (proxy system) and building management systems to support secure, efficient, and compliant campus operations
Develop and implement operational and strategic plans in collaboration with the Executive Director.?
Support programs for energy conservation, utility management, health and safety, and disaster preparedness
Develop, monitor and ensure fiscal accountability for department budget and expenditures to ensure funds allocated or effectively utilized. Solicit quotes and bids as appropriate. Exercise effective stewardship over college funds and resources
Coordinate and supervise facilities services engagements
Hire, direct, train, supervise, and evaluate facilities staff in accordance with college policy and applicable bargaining agreements, including providing field supervision and instructing technicians on proper methods, as needed
Participates in college-wide meetings, committees, and functions to support institutional initiatives
Contribute to creating a safe, professional, and bias-free working environment, which engenders respect for differences and encourages inclusion while promoting teamwork and organizational values
Perform related duties as assigned

Qualification

Facilities ManagementConstruction Project ManagementRegulatory ComplianceComputerized Maintenance Management SystemsCustomer ServiceLeadership SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam DevelopmentProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business Administration or closely related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent years' work experience
Five (5) years of progressive experience in facilities planning, maintenance and operations
Experience supervising and developing teams, including trades and technical staff
Experience with regulatory compliance, building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations
Exceptional leadership and management skills with strong ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to proactively build positive relationships, foster team unity at all levels of the college, and strive for positive interactions with individuals across the campus
Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders
Strong ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to multitask and prioritize a heavy workload
Excellent customer service skills; including establishing, building, and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction
Ability to direct and manage all phases of construction project development and implementation
Commitment to continuous professional growth, critical self-reflection and openness to feedback
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Communicate promptly and responsively to the needs of the department and college community
Identify and understand issues, challenges, and learning opportunities; be proactive and strategic with solutions
Ability to develop, coach and supervise a team
Thorough understanding of all aspects of facilities maintenance and operations management in an institutional environment or large organization
Committed to identifying, challenging and disrupting instances of institutional racism and discrimination that disadvantage Black, Indigenous, and people of color as well other marginalized populations within our educational community
Effectively carry out work processes to achieve individual and organizational goals
Ability to manage personal time and projects wisely; set priorities, make appropriate decisions to complete assigned tasks and solve problems efficiently
Occasional availability after hours or on weekends
Ability to work effectively for extended periods, including during inclement weather
Strong commitment to high level service and quality standards
Demonstrated initiative taking and flexibility
Experience and success with interpreting and implementing rules, regulations, and codes related to facility development and operations
Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and other Facilities administrative systems such as Megamation, etc

Preferred

Extensive facilities maintenance and operations experience in an institutional environment or a large organization
Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems such as DirectLine Megamation etc

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits package for you and your dependents including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and long-term disability insurance plans
Vacation, sick and personal leave
Reduced tuition for the employee
Retirement benefits

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

H1B Sponsorship

NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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