Director of Facilities Services - East Georgia

Director of Facilities Services - East Georgia Job

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Location Georgia Southern - Swainsboro Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields. Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed. Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025. Location East Georgia Campus - Swainsboro, GA Department Information Facilities Services - Administration Job Summary Provide leadership and operational oversight for Facilities Operations serving a 300,000-square-foot instructional site of Georgia Southern University. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable campus facilities through effective planning, fiscal oversight, and customer-focused service delivery. The position oversees day-to-day maintenance operations including Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Structural, Grounds, and custodial services to support the operational needs of the campus community. Through collaborative leadership and hands-on management, the role ensures facilities are well maintained and campus operations run effectively in support of institutional goals. Responsibilities Oversee daily facilities operations and maintenance activities for a 300,000-square-foot instructional site, including Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Structural, Grounds, and Custodial Services Establish and implement departmental goals, priorities, policies, procedures, and operational improvements to support efficient service delivery Assist in developing and managing departmental budgets while monitoring expenditures and resource allocation Coordinate renovation, repair, and minor construction projects in collaboration with Facilities Planning, Design & Construction staff Supervise, train, and evaluate departmental staff while promoting professional development, workplace safety, and compliance with University policies and regulations Serve as a liaison with campus departments, contractors, vendors, and external partners regarding facilities operations and maintenance needs Support campus leadership in identifying facility maintenance priorities, capital improvement needs, emergency response efforts, and operational initiatives in support of institutional goals Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Bachelor's Degree Five (5) or more years of related work experience Required Experience Higher education experience Proven supervisory experience Proposed Salary $68,692 This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis. Required Documents to Attach Resume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills