Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.
As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.
In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.
Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.
Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.
Job Summary
The Executive Director of Facilities will provide complete facilities support to the GGC Campus. Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President of Facilities/Chief of Police, the Executive Director of Facilities coordinates the delivery of essential facility maintenance, project design and planning services, ensuring compliance with health, life safety, and building codes, recommending priorities for needed repairs and renovations, and directs the development of contingency plans for extraordinary grounds and maintenance efforts under emergency conditions. The Director assists in the preparation of the annual state appropriations request for maintenance and repair of existing campus buildings and facilities. The Executive Director will have primary responsibility for major capital projects and construction renovation management, facilities maintenance and repair, outsourced facilities vendor management, oversight of architecture, engineering, and construction service providers, utilities distribution, facilities planning and other maintenance services. Responsible for the daily supervision of assigned direct reports.
Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and oversee all administrative and technical aspects of the College¿s facilities operations. Set and manage employee performance goals, conduct appraisals, and provide training in policies and procedures. Develop a skilled team through hiring, training, and evaluating personnel. Emphasize customer satisfaction and cultivate a positive service environment for both internal and external stakeholders. Organize and prioritize tasks, allocate resources, monitor progress, and provide technical expertise as needed. Report progress and activities to the Associate Vice President of Facilities/Chief of Police.
Manage college maintenance resources, including preventive and remedial plans/records for facilities/property. Supervise a functional maintenance call center and develop policies for scheduled mechanical and electrical services. Administer preventive maintenance programs, inspect facilities for repair or replacement needs, and oversee performance of emergency and routine maintenance on campus facilities within the area of responsibility.
Ensure a safe campus environment by maintaining Fire Protection Systems (fire panels, detectors, sprinklers, pumps) per NFPA standards. Ensure emergency generators, rigging, and elevators meet industry standards and operate reliably. Adhere to federal, state, and local regulations for buildings, grounds, utilities, and hazardous materials in partnership with the Office of Environmental Health and Safety. Promote sustainability through best practices and environmental stewardship.
Evaluate the condition of infrastructure systems; manage the development of prioritized capital equipment replacement programs, operational plans for system replacements, and the execution of planned life cycle equipment replacements.
Plan resource needs for proposed expansions and/or repurposing of existing facilities
Works with Purchasing as appropriate in developing bid specifications and contract documents for contract work to be performed, obtaining, reviewing, and analyzing estimates from reputable vendors, and preparing the bid tabulation sheets and associated paperwork to support the request.
Respond to campus for emergencies. Maintain continuous lines of communication, keeping the Associate Vice President of Facilities/Chief of Police informed of all critical issues. Serve on various college committees. Other duties as assigned.
Evaluates the condition of all campus buildings and facilities by using audits of the facilities to document their current condition and compliance with health, life safety, and building codes, advises senior administration of the status of existing campus facilities regarding life safety requirements, makes recommendations for corrective action of unsafe conditions in the physical plant, and includes problems and recommendations for corrective action in long-range plans.
Responsible for the annual budget preparation and fiscal management of campus facilities; Manage outsourced facilities vendors, contractors and consultants. Ensure GGC's service providers comply with all contractual obligations and performance expectations, while maintaining the best interests of the College.
Required Qualifications
4 Year / Bachelor's Degree
Ten years of previous experience in large facilities management or related field
Previous experience leading crews of maintenance workers or workers in a related facilities area
Previous experience in campus facilities planning
Experience in construction project management
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate Degree in Management, Business Administration, Technology and Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering
Fifteen (15) years management experience
Ten (10) years experience campus facilities senior management
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
In depth knowledge of construction and site planning
Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations regarding buildings, grounds, utilities, access and hazardous materials
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College, as determined by Georgia Gwinnett College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy and practice of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote, retain, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, sex/gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, AREA, and Executive Order 11246 ). For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Georgia Gwinnett College Human Resources Team at (678) 407.5070 or email hr@ggc.edu.
For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Payroll and Benefits at (678) 407.5054 or email benefits@ggc.edu. Any individual who feels that they may have been discriminated against should contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Compliance at titleix@ggc.edu.
Other Information
Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=274124&PostingSeq=1