Hofstra University · 4 days ago
Assistant Vice President, Facilities & Campus Operations
Hempstead, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$230K/yr - $240K/yr
12+ years expHofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest 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 team to ensure optimal campus functionality and safety.
Education
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
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
Benefits
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents
Retirement plan with University contributions
Company
Hofstra University
Hofstra University is a private, non-profit, nonsectarian institution located in the village of Hempstead, New York
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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National Safety Council
2024-04-29Grant
Leadership Team
Kristy Loewenstein
Dean
Recent News
2025-12-03
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