Manager 3, Facilities Operations

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Job Title:

Manager 3, Facilities Operations

Department:

Administration and Planning | FOD Operations Support Services

Detailed Job Description

Lead FOD's Landscape Services and Refuse & Recycling groups. Direct responsibilities include management of all aspects of grounds, roads, and sidewalk maintenance for approximately 1,350 acres, 40 miles of streets and roads, 130 miles of sidewalks, and snow and ice control, numerous hardscape installations and outdoor furniture, including Wexner Medical Center properties in the greater Columbus geographic area.

This position oversees Refuse and Recycling operations on the Columbus campus, actively working to implement operational efficiencies and increase campus diversion rates. Oversees six days per week services for over 300 campus locations, totaling over 80k trash, recycling, and composting stops annually. Promotes and operationalizes new recycling and specialty waste collection programs and practices.

Supports campus sustainability efforts and embeds stewardship goals as a key tenant in daily operations for both Refuse & Recycling as well as Landscape. This group is comprised of approximately 70+ staff members, including, managers, CCS staff and bargaining unit employees. Works closely with Superintendents, Planner and University Landscape Architect to develop vision, strategies, and long and short-term departmental goals for campus softscapes and hardscapes.

Lead efforts to make FOD Operations a workplace of choice. Build and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders and customers; develop a national reputation as a leader in sustainable best practices and service delivery. Manage performance for delivery of customer-centric, consistent high quality, efficient, reliable, cost-effective, sustainable services.

Make data-driven decisions, work closely with Performance Excellence team to manage, and analyze data to ensure appropriate APPA levels of service and departmental performance; determine needed operating funds, personnel, and equipment; advocate for and assist with procurement of necessary resources. Work with University communications to disseminate timely and accurate information as needed; Work with Landscape planner to develop and track financial and labor estimates for service level agreements; develop plans for future needs of the University; oversee quality control program for contracted services and repairs; set and implement goals in support of larger university sustainability goals; Assist with stormwater management; provide opportunities for professional development of landscape services leadership team including career path guidance and succession planning. Structure needs assessment programs for training needs and manages training program to remain current and maintain proficiency with an emphasis on safety.

Develop, administer, and manage annual budget in excess of $5M in collaboration with shop superintendents and Planner; Provide expert review and inform university building design standards; Serve as advisor and technical specialist for new construction acceptance. Manages, budgets and plans for Landscape and Refuse vehicle fleet. Act as consultant in the design and plan review of campus landscape projects.

Review projects including construction drawings and specifications. Will require successful completion of a criminal background check. In accordance with the Disaster Preparedness and University State of Emergency Policy 6.17 at this position has been designated an essential position.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience. An advanced degree or certification is preferred.

Required Qualifications

Required: A minimum of seven (7) years of management/leadership experience in a public works, or facilities maintenance organization (university, city, parks, museums, large corporate campuses, commercial sector, entertainment sector etc.) Proven ability to build and lead high performing maintenance teams. Experience utilizing and building performance metrics through computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Preferred: 10 to 12 years of management/leadership experience in a public works, or facilities maintenance organization. experience with snow related operations, hardscape, masonry, catch basin and road repair, familiar with storm drains, sewers, and equipment used in hardscape and landscape repair. Experience with optimizing refuse, recycling, and composting operations; significant experience analyzing cost of operations, monitoring expenditures, and recommending improvements. Experience dealing with the public and government agencies related to campus operations.

Skills And Knowledge

Demonstrated skill, knowledge, and experience leading landscape, roads, refuse services, or facilities maintenance. Ability to interact professionally with architects, engineers, contractors, equipment operators, and landscapers.

Significant skill in composing business correspondence writing job and project narratives, specifications, and reports. Skill to negotiate and resolve conflict. Ability to effectively work individually or in in teams as well as with diverse groups.

Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing or electronically (MS Office). Ability to work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities. Ability to follow through and carry out assignments. Problem-solving skills and sound judgement.

Sustainability knowledge and/or certifications are a plus. Ability to understand and apply University and Departmental policies and procedures. Valid Ohio driver license.

Additional Information:

The targeted salary range for this position is $102,000-$134,000 annually.

Location:

Maintenance Building (0078)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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