Director of Facilities and Operations

The Director of Facilities and Operations (Director) is the leader of the Facilities and Operations team at Touro University’s Henderson, Nevada Campus, comprised of the main academic building and adjacent auxiliary building.  The Director provides innovative and strategic leadership for all aspects of facilities and operations including all facets of facilities management, food service and liaison with security.  The Director will supervise the work of facilities employees, performing routine maintenance, housekeeping, and construction on campus. The position reports to the Senior Director of Facilities for Touro University, and will also take direction from the CFO and Deans of the respective schools to ensure all campus needs are met in a timely manner.

Located in Henderson, Nevada, approximately twenty-five minutes from the iconic Las Vegas strip, Touro University Nevada is a non-profit medical, health sciences, and education graduate university focused on positively impacting our community in healthcare and education. Our values surrounding intellectual pursuit and service to humanity are steadfast and are clearly visible in the actions of our students, faculty, staff, and graduates.

We invite you to apply to our position for consideration to join the ranks of our talented and professional staff and faculty. Please visit the tun.touro.edu/administration/human-resources website where you can see a comprehensive listing of optional benefits and Human Resources contact information.

Ensure proper maintenance and operation of facilities equipment and systems.  Provide oversight of preventative maintenance programs, outage responses, repairs, inspection programs, planned upgrades, food service, and any other aspect of facilities management and Operations.

• Establish strong working relationships with the Deans of the College of Medicine and College of Health and Human Services to ensure smooth operation of the Campus, and to prioritize ongoing improvements and repairs.
• Understand and maintain appropriate Touro University standards, while focusing on unique needs of a “standalone” campus environment.
• Be available for emergencies and act to protect our students and staff and preserve building systems during the emergency. To act as quickly as possible to return the campus to its normal operating status without risk to life and safety.
• Make regular periodic inspections of maintenance work, carpentry, electrical work, painting, plastering, plumbing and other related building maintenance projects to assure satisfactory performance of work assignments.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors, contractors and county/state officials.
• Manage facilities and operations ensuring effective allocation of resources and cost control.
• Manage work order flow and execution to ensure a high level of responsiveness and customer service.
• Direct custodial staff to ensure proper cleanliness and upkeep of facilities.
• Implement and execute the routine schedule of testing of systems including but not limited to emergency alert and suppression systems, water/sewage treatment, cooling and solar.
• Monitor the food vending and coffee service on campus and provide support as needed while keeping leadership informed at all times.
• Make regular inspections regarding health and life safety issues in the
• Supervise and review the work of staff engaged in grounds beautification and maintenance, including the removal of snow and rubbish.
• Plan and execute sustainability efforts on campus. Ensure projects consider sustainability and energy efficiency to the greatest extent possible.
• Supervise the proper operation of high- or low-pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment in the building heating plant.
• Plan, coordinate and review the work of staff and vendors engaged in the repair and operation of the various A/C equipment including the BMS system.
• Review and sign off on all work tickets, after outside vendor has completed their work.
• Responsible for the requisitioning, storing, distributing and accounting for necessary building and grounds maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Review and evaluate requests for office and storage space allocations and make recommendations.
• Responsible for the attendance records of custodians and technicians on their staff.
• Other duties as required

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree, with at least 7-10 years’ experience in construction, facilities management or a related field required, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Operation Engineer License a Plus.

Experience:

• At least 3 years in a management or leadership position.

Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of the building trades, including local, state, and federal regulations regarding safety standards, and related protocol. Proven ability to inspect a building, its equipment, grounds and to plan maintenance activities.
• Must be able to plan, supervise and evaluate the work of others.
• The ability to frequently engage and collaborate with Deans, faculty, students and staff tactfully.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to liaise with various internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic environment.
• The ability to prepare and submit written reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Familiarity with facilities /maintenance management software
• Internet research
• Ability to physically access equipment and systems, including climbing stairs, ladder, entering access hatches, etc.  May require long shifts and availability at night, on weekends, early mornings, and during inclement weather.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.