Institutional Facilities Director

SUMMARY

The Facilities Operations Director provides strategic leadership and oversight for all facilities, maintenance, operations, and capital projects at the Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College. This position ensures the College’s buildings, grounds, equipment, and infrastructure are safe, functional, cost-effective, and compliant with regulatory standards. The Director leads facilities staff, manages contracts and facilitates and maintains relationships with third-party vendors, develops preventive maintenance and capital improvement plans, and serves as the campus authority for all technical operations, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.

This is a senior leadership role with authority to make operational decisions, enforce standards, and implement improvements to optimize efficiency, reduce unnecessary outsourcing, and ensure accountability in all aspects of campus facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management, or related 
  field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) OR Association of Higher Education Facilities Officer (APPA) preferred OR willingness to obtain certification(s).
• Minimum of five to seven years of experience in facilities operations, trades, or campus management, including supervisory experience.
• Possess or willing to obtain certifications in one or more of the following: HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, building codes, safety regulations or other skilled trades.
• Strong budget and financial management skills, including experience managing vendor contracts and capital projects.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to supervise and develop a team, enforce accountability, and implement operational improvements.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, facility management software, and sustainability practices.
• Must possess:
  • Strict confidentiality.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Valid Michigan driver’s license, insurable driving record, and ability to operate College vehicles and equipment safely.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work in confined spaces, climb ladders, and perform physically demanding tasks as needed.
  • Employment is contingent upon background checks, drug screening, and physical.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Minimum standards of character: Must not have been found guilty of, or entered a plea of nolo contendere or guilty, to any felonious offense or two or more misdemeanor offenses (under Federal, State, or Tribal law; violations from other states will be interpreted according to the Michigan Penal Code) involving the following:
    • Crimes of violence 
    • Sexual Assault 
    • Molestation 
    • Exploitation 
    • Contact with or prostitution 
    • Crimes against persons 
    • Offenses committed against children 
    • Child abuse or neglect

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Direct all facilities operations, including building systems, grounds, custodial services, and maintenance staff.
2. Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and performance standards to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance.
3. Serve as primary authority on technical facility matters, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
4. Monitor and maintain building automation system for HVAC and other systems within the College.
5. Supervise facilities staff and support personnel.
6. Ensure staff are trained, productive, and held accountable to college standards.
7. Coordinate assignments, monitor performance, and manage disciplinary actions as needed.
8. Evaluate, select, and manage contractors and service providers to ensure high-quality, cost-effective services.
9. Reduce unnecessary outsourcing and ensure proper use of college resources.
10. Review vendor contracts, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance with performance standards.
11. Develop and oversee preventive maintenance programs for all campus buildings and equipment.
12. Implement operational improvements to reduce costs, enhance safety, and increase efficiency.
13. Oversee repair, maintenance, and installation of equipment, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
14. Prepare and manage facilities budget, including capital projects, maintenance expenditures, and vendor payments.
15. Identify opportunities for cost savings and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
16. Ensure all operations comply with federal, state, tribal, and local regulations, including OSHA, fire codes, and building codes.
17. Maintain a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors.
18. Maintain fleet vehicles by organizing routine maintenance, use, etc.
19. Maintain key inventory and tracking policy, procedure, and protocol.  
20. Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments to mitigate hazards.
21. Provide regular reports to the President and Board on facilities status, capital projects, and operational issues.
22. Act as primary liaison with external contractors, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTS

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory result of a Security Background Check, pre-employment drug testing and physical.  

INDIAN PREFERENCE

Preference will be given to qualified individuals of Native American/ Indigenous descent.  

VETERAN PREFERENCE

Preference is given to qualified veterans (need DD214).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Submit an official KBOCC application and all documentation required on the cover page of job description to:

KBOCC Human Resource Office  
770 N. Main St, L’Anse, MI 49946  
Phone: 906-524-8402

OR

Email: hr@kbocc.edu with all documentation

Official KBOCC application available on our website:  
http://www.kbocc.edu/employment/

This position announcement summary is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks which will be required of this position and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of the position will be. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of the supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of this position, nor to exclude other similar duties not mentioned. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level difficulty.