Assistant Director of Operations
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Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Operations assists the Director of Facilities in the daily maintenance activities for all campus grounds, buildings, and equipment; assists with construction projects; supervises personnel; plans and schedules repair and maintenance projects, and assists the Director with supervision of complex projects involving numerous trades, architects, engineers and contractors.Salary Schedule: C3-01 ($60,583 – $103,055) Annually based on years of applicable experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists with all Facilities Departmental functions and serves as secondary in the absence of the Director.

Remains on-call status 24/7 waiting to be engaged of required and works a flexible schedule.

Supervises the daily maintenance activities and personnel for all campus facilities.

Coordinates the acquisition of technical parts and materials for project repairs.

Assists the Director in establishing, implementing, and maintaining computerized consumable inventory control.

Attends and represents the college in various meetings and with general contractors and consultants when required.

Assists the Director with researching and preparing essential documents, reports, BID packets, Request for Proposals, etc.

Assists the Director with project cost estimating, scheduling, installation inspection, contract administration, and project status reports.

Assists in implementing and managing a computerized preventative maintenance program for buildings, equipment, and vehicles.

Manages the preventative/corrective maintenance for buildings and equipment and conducts periodic audits.

Ensures the maintenance and upkeep of the College's fleet of vehicles and insurance.

Supervises assigned maintenance personnel (shipping and receiving, custodians, groundskeeper, maintenance techs, contractors).

Assists with strategic planning, developing unit plans, and departmental goal setting.

Completes annual performance evaluations and manages employee relations matters.

Assists the Director of Facilities in the daily operation of the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) and/or other facilities-related software packages.

Performs other duties as assigned

The Assistant Director of Operations will be expected to work a flexible schedule which may include day, evening, night, weekend hours and is on-call 24 hours per day. This job description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. This job description and specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING:

Associate's degree or a combination of postsecondary education, professional certification(s), and relevant facilities/technical experience may substitute for the degree requirement.

Three years of related work experience with at least one year of supervisory experience in maintenance, facilities, construction, or related.

Valid Driver License required

Knowledge or expertise in a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures in building and grounds maintenance or related field, such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing and heating and air conditioning.

Computer skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's Degree

Three (3) years of related work experience with at least two (2) years of supervisory experience in the maintenance of a facility or in the construction/renovations/repairs of facilities

Experience utilizing a computerized maintenance management system

Experience with multiple construction disciplines (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, etc.)

Knowledge of building codes, standards and laws on construction and habitation of physical structures.

Knowledge of the State of Alabama Bid Law, OSHA regulations, ADA, and state laws regarding accidents and losses of personnel property.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to represent the College professionally in responding to State officials, ACCS personnel, employees, executives, college personnel, contractors and the public;

Ability to effectively supervise staff, orient and train others; knowledge of institutional policies and procedures;

Ability to take initiative, handle multiple priorities, and complete various projects within designated deadlines;

Ability to work independently, prepare accurate reports from various statistical information, plan, organize, coordinate, and manage complicated tasks; willingness to learn and apply new concepts; maintain flexibility and adaptability;

Ability to maintain confidentiality;

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing;

Ability to read and understand diagrams, schematics, charts, blueprints, and associated documents; proficient computer skills in systems and software programs.

Ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgment and self-direction, and effectively manage work-related stress.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work under extreme weather conditions

Ability to tolerate prolonged standing and frequent bending and stooping

Ability to climb ladders and work from heights

Ability to tolerate and use various pesticides/chemicals

Possess a valid driver's license and the ability to travel independently

Ability to lift, move, or transport independently up to 75 lbs

Ability to operate light and medium building and grounds maintenance equipment

Ability to work flexible hours to include on-call for 24 hours waiting to be engaged, if required

Ability to communicate by using PC, telephone, and written media

Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the ONLINE application system (www.lawsonstate.edu) by the deadline date in order to be considered for the position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email. If you have any questions regarding the application, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (205) ###-####A complete application packet consists of:

A cover letter

An Online application

A current resume

A copy of relevant post-secondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date degree conferred.

If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date. Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS: Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check .Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.#J-18808-Ljbffr