<p>PRIMARY PURPOSE/SCOPE</p> <p>The Assistant Director of Facilities and Maintenance is responsible for aiding in the leadership, supervision, and execution of campus facilities operations, which include maintenance, repairs, and custodial services. This role ensures that all campus buildings and grounds are maintained to the highest standards of safety, functionality, and appearance to support the mission and daily operations of Bluefield University.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS</p> <p>The essential duties, responsibilities, and functions of this combined position include, but are not limited to, the following:</p> <ul> <li>Assist the Director in managing the daily operations of the maintenance and custodial teams </li><li>Coordinate, schedule, and oversee preventative and corrective maintenance tasks across campus buildings and grounds. </li><li>Supervise assigned staff, including performance evaluations, task assignments, and professional development. </li><li>Ensure compliance with safety protocols, building codes, and environmental regulations. </li><li>Respond promptly to work orders and campus emergencies </li><li>Assist the director in capital improvement and renovation projects as assigned </li><li>Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inventory, and equipment </li><li>Provide excellent service and communication to campus departments regarding facilities needs </li></ul> <p>SUPERVISORY DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS</p> <ul> <li>The Assistant Director of Facilities and Maintenance will work directly with the Director of Facilities to ensure that the physical infrastructure and maintenance operations of the University align with and support the Mission and Vision of the Institution. Collaboration on facility-related issues, including safety, scheduling, and project coordination, is essential. </li><li>The Assistant Director will also assist in overseeing maintenance staff and contractors to ensure the effective planning and execution of maintenance tasks, repairs, and facility-related projects throughout the year. </li></ul> <p>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE</p> <ul> <li>Associate's degree or equivalent experience in facilities management, engineering, construction, or a related field </li><li>Minimum of 3 years of experience in building maintenance, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role </li><li>Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems </li><li>Familiarity with building codes, OSHA requirements, and general construction practices </li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills </li><li>Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in varying weather conditions </li></ul> <p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or related field </li><li>Experience in higher education or institutional facilities operations </li><li>Certification in facilities management (e.g., IFMA, BOMI) </li></ul> <p>ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS</p> <ul> <li>Physical Demands </li></ul> <p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is not necessarily a physically demanding job and generally requires no specific physical demands other than those typical in a modern office environment. Normal responsibilities should not afford risks of accidental injury.</p> <ul> <li>Specialized Equipment Requirements </li></ul> <p>The use of specialized equipment listed here is representative of equipment an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires equipment typically used in a modern office environment, including personal computers, calculators, copiers, and fax machines.</p> <ul> <li>Working Conditions and Environment </li></ul> <p>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the duties, responsibilities, and functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties, responsibilities, and functions. This position has no specific working conditions; the work environment is typical to that of a small private residential institution of higher education, with physical remote site locations within 500 miles of the main campus in Bluefield, Virginia.</p> <p>PERFORMANCE STANDARDS</p> <p>This position is subject to at least an annual evaluation based upon the job duties, responsibilities, and functions as set forth above.</p> <p>APPROVALS</p> <p>The job duties, responsibilities, functions, and requirements delineated above should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list of same. Additional duties, responsibilities, functions, and requirements may be assigned as deemed appropriate. The University reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, responsibilities, and functions, or combine positions at any time. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the University. Position descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The University maintains its status as an at-will employer.</p> <p>APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS</p> <p>To apply for this position, select "Apply Now" below or visit: https://www.bluefield.edu/employment/ to complete the employment application and upload the following:</p> <ul> <li>Letter of interest </li><li>Resume or Curriculum Vitae </li><li>Names and full contact information for at least three professional references </li><li>Statement of Christian Faith </li></ul> <p>To be considered for this position, all application requirements listed above must be completed.</p> <p>Bluefield University is a Christ-centered, multicultural learning community that values and seeks faculty and staff who represent diverse backgrounds and perspectives, are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.</p> <p>Bluefield University is a private, not-for-profit institution affiliated with the Baptist General Association of Virginia. Bluefield University shall not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University-administered programs. This institution encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.</p>