Facilities - Assistant Director - Kilgore College

Job Summary

Assist in the direction and administration of maintenance and operations programs.  Participate in the planning, design, review, and integration of construction projects.  Responsible for the physical condition of buildings, grounds and equipment.  Responsible for short- and long-term planning and managing activities and resources to maintain the College’s facilities. 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in facility safety and physical ADA compliance standards management.
• Partner in developing, planning, and managing construction and remodeling activities and projects and serving as a liaison with architects, construction managers, other construction personnel, state and local agencies, and the administration to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage contractors including verification of certificates, licenses, insurance, etc.
• Assist in the development of long-range facilities master planning.
• Manage energy management systems and reporting.
• Work closely with the Executive Director of Facilities in purchasing function to plan, direct, and prepare bid specifications and document and requisition submission.
• Perform inspections and monitoring of campus facilities.
• Assist with analyzing bids and making recommendations for awarding bids, negotiating contracts, performing cost analysis for special procurement recommendations, and maintaining current vendor resources.
• Monitor maintenance and related operations work, including the work of contractors, to ensure compliance with applicable safety, health, and environmental laws and regulations.
• Monitor campus grounds including contractors, and maintain general knowledge of grounds equipment, irrigation systems and landscaping beautification.
• Monitor custodial operations including contractors and standards of work as well as maintain an understanding of APPA standards.
• Assist the campus community with facilities-related projects such as event coordination and work collaboratively in order to achieve and maintain positive and productive working relationships.
• Maintain a high standard of professional and ethical practice in representing the College.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the field including but not limited to asbestos management, hazardous waste management, chemical inventories and SDS, air permits, spill prevention and control, state inspection reports, Tier II reports, etc.
• Provide a high level of service to administrators, contractors, personnel, and customers by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and partnerships.
• Adhere to the College’s policies, procedures, and other established guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including special projects. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management or a related field from an accredited institution preferred.  
• Certifications in facilities and safety management related specialties preferred (e.g., FEMA, NIMS, DOT, OSHA, etc.).
• At least three years of general facilities management experience or experience managing large-scale construction and renovation projects of at least 25,000 square feet. Facilities management and construction experience in an educational setting, preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and related systems; knowledge of environmental, health, and safety codes and regulations, plumbing, HVAC, BAS Control Systems and emergency procedures (such as Fire extinguishers, egress exit maps, annual inspections, etc.).
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 

Benefits and Perks

• 36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.
• Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.
• An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System. 
• Full Time employees have free use of the college’s recreational/fitness facilities.
• Tuition scholarships are for the employee and dependent children. 
• Compensation for this 12-month position is $62,880.

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. As a result, employees/retirees of the college are subject to the federal Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and possibly the Government Pension Offset (GPO) laws. For information on the WEP and the GPO, visit the Social Security Administration's website at http://www.ssa.gov/gpo-wep.

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 6,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.

Positions will remain open until filled. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.

This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

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All positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully remote positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus.

All positions are considered security-sensitive and subject to a background check pre-employment.

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