Director Of 4-H Facilities

Position Information

Classification Title Director. Subdivision/Unit AD FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Pool Operator

• Drinking Water License

• ServSafe Certification

• Wastewater License

• First Aid/CPR/AED.

Position Summary

The Director of 4-H Facilities is responsible for the management, oversight, and operations of the Georgia 4-H facilities: Wahsega 4-H Center in Dahlonega, Fortson 4-H Center in Hampton, Rock Eagle 4-H Center in Eatonton, Burton 4-H Center on Tybee Island, Georgia 4-H at Camp Jekyll and 4-H Tidelands Nature Center on Jekyll Island. This includes administrative activities related to the centers ability to provide necessary services to guests; fiscal oversight to include managing budgets to fund operations and associated reporting; implementing and ensuring policy compliance; the oversight of the buildings, grounds, and equipment; and supervision and personnel management of five direct reports who collectively lead more than 200 full and part-time employees at the facilities. It further includes liaising with the State 4-H Leader, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Director of Facilities Planning & Real Property and the UGA Office of University Architects for major project planning, budgeting, initiation, and implementation. The Georgia 4-H facilities support the mission of Georgia 4-H with approximately 100,000 visitors annually including 4-H groups, K-12 audiences, as well as other third-party groups.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Effective leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills

• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills

• Strong analytical/problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

• Supervisory experience including hiring, training, supporting, evaluating, and directing the work of others

• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex budgets, fiscal compliance, and associated reporting

• Ability to review statements, reports, and data to monitor efficiency and improve operations

• Ability to direct multiple projects

• Ability to liaison between the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Director of Facilities Planning and Real Property and the Office of University Architects to oversee design and construction processes, master planning, etc.

• Ability to prepare word-processing documents, spreadsheets, and presentations

• Ability to work within online reservation, enrollment, and event management systems

• Appreciation and understanding of the roles of the 4-H facilities in Georgia 4-H

• Obtain and maintain certifications necessary to support the operation of the facilities to include but not limited to: Certified Pool Operator, Drinking Water License, ServSafe, Wastewater License, First Aid/CPR/AED

Physical Demands

• Frequent work on evenings and weekends is expected.

• Access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel.

• Substantial travel across the state to visit the facilities and attend meetings at various locations.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

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Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide supervision for five Center Directors who each oversee a 4-H facility.

• Support the personnel matters associated with the employees who work at each facility under the direction of the center directors.

• Manage the annual performance review process, onboarding and ongoing training requirements, employee certifications, and other personnel related matters and communication.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee the fiscal operations of the facilities. Approve non-routine purchases and guide processes used for routine purchasing via p-card, payment request, or PO.

• Use existing, and create new reports as necessary, to study the revenue and expenses of the departmental sales and service accounts that support the 4-H facilities for improvements and efficiencies in operation.

• Prepare documentation for seeking external funding as appropriate, i.e. from grants, MRR, private gifts, etc.

• Work with State 4-H Leader to determine funding sources for payroll, projects, and purchases.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• In concert with Center Directors, oversee the buildings, grounds, and equipment of the 4-H facilities.

• Develop and manage inventories, preventative maintenance routines, documentation and files, needs lists, master planning documents, certifications and licenses, and safety and compliance routines.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Participate in the management of design & construction projects at the 4-H facilities. This includes preparation and signoff of FPIFs (Facilities Project Initiation Forms) and determination of funding sources in conjunction with the State 4-H Leader.

• Serve as Georgia 4-H representative with architects, engineers and consultants hired by UGA for larger projects where full design documents are necessary.

• Clearly communicate 4-H interests and needs to architects and engineers for them to be able to successfully perform their tasks.

• Review partial design documents and offer up suggestions for improvements. Coordinate any possible requirement for testing, archeological assessment, and/or historical preservation review through the Office of University Architects office.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Advise the State 4-H Leader on facility related issues/concerns.

• Create and provide status reports to inform about fiscal operations, improved efficiencies, preventive maintenance, facility needs, and policy compliance.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the State 4-H Staff in support of the overall Georgia 4-H program

• Attend state 4-H staff meetings, represent Georgia 4-H at county, district, and state 4-H programs and events as needed, and work with stakeholder groups to develop positive relationships with donors and alumni.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Melanie Biersmith Recruitment Contact Email melmel@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• List of References with Contact Information

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