ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES

Position DetailsClassification Information UnitJob StatusFLSAPosition Information Position Title ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES Reports ToFaculty Discipline N/A - Not Applicable Faculty is eligible for Tenure Track?Funding Source Functions and Responsibilities Job Summary Under the supervision of the Director of Facilities Management or designee, the Associate Director of Facilities will oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and safety of institutional facilities and grounds, and ensure that facilities meet regulatory, safety, and institutional standards while supervising building services staff and supporting departmental objectives.Please Note: Essex County College does not provide visa sponsorship of any kind. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.This position offers a competitive starting salary of $50,000 - $90,000, along with a comprehensive college benefits package.Benefits include:Health, dental, and vision coveragePaid vacation, sick leave, and holidaysPension and retirement plansTuition waiver programsOpportunities for professional growthBe part of a collaborative and mission-driven college community.Supervisory Role Oral and written instructions are received from the Director of Facilities Management or designee. The Associate Director of Facilities may supervise professional staff, support staff, and student workers. Duties & Responsibilities 1. Ensure institutional facilities and grounds are maintained in accordance with relevant regulations, agency standards, and fiscal considerations. 2. Establish and maintain standards for facilities maintenance, grounds maintenance, pest control, safety, equipment, repairs, and related services.3. Establish standards and work procedures for building services staff in accordance with college policies.4. Interview, select, train, evaluate, and recommend termination of building services personnel in accordance with college policy and collective bargaining unit agreements. 5. Oversee daily activities and reassign workload based on attendance, operational needs, or institutional priorities. 6. Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures related to the maintenance and safety of facilities, grounds, and equipment. 7. Ensure staff are trained and informed on college priorities, projects, and policies.8. Promote good employee relations and ensure adherence to labor contract provisions. 9. Manage procurement of supplies, equipment, and uniforms, maintaining accurate inventory records. 10. Supervise timekeeping, attendance, and ensure adherence to standard personnel practices11. Maintain strict confidentiality and security of staff and student records.12. Prepare routine, special, and ancillary reports as required. 13. Perform other related duties as required.Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must bemet by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities andfunctions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:• Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.• Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods oftime.• Move between buildings.• Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie.• Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perceptionalong with the ability to focus vision.• Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar andvocabulary.• Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handleobjects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers,keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls.• Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift.Additional RequirementsMinimum Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities 1. Master's degree.2. Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 3. Willingness to work an extended, flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings, as required.4. Strong problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. 5. Ability to exercise critical human relations skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with college employees and external partners. 6. Commitment to working in a multicultural environment.Education Requirements Master's Degree Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.)Preferred Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities 1. Master's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.2. Five or more years of supervisory experience in maintenance or custodial services.3. Demonstrated knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.4. Certification in Industrial Maintenance and Safety or related areas. 5. Demonstrated computer proficiency.Education Requirements Master's Degree Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.)

Created: 2026-04-02