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Form of workOpportunity Description About Us We are a district of three distinct colleges-North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College-and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation. Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.
As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including: Competitive Pay Rates Promotional Opportunities Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans Paid Sick and Vacation Leave Transportation benefits Tuition Waivers PEBB Wellness Plan Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities. North Seattle College is looking to hire an Associate Director of Facilities in the Facilities and Campus Operations Department. Salary Range for this position is $70,400/yr.
to $94,000/yr. DOE Initial review of application materials will begin on Monday, 2/12/2024. Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Facilities and Capital Projects - Executive Director the Associate Director - Facilities is responsible for the delivery of facility maintenance, grounds, custodial and mail services, compliance with health, life safety, and building codes, recommendations for needed repairs and renovations, and contingency plans for emergencies.
The position is responsible for managing facilities in accordance with applicable policies, standards, procedures, collective bargaining agreements, legal requirements, and budget parameters. The Associate Director - Facilities nurtures a customer responsive culture and productive relationships with staff, other departments, and other parties. Independently performs work with minimal supervision within the parameters of the facilities management system.
This position supervises Maintenance, Groundskeeping and Custodial staff and mail services staff, including directing the work of other exempt represented employees, works closely with Capital Projects staff, and has an indirect reporting relationship to the designated Administrative leader for the college. This position is typically scheduled to work Monday through Friday 9:00AM to 5:00PM. The schedule may vary depending on program needs.
May be required to work evenings and weekends as needed. This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-SPS Application Procedures: Attached current Resume Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job Required application materials must be completed and submitted online. Notice to Applicants: Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams.
As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually. What you will be working on: Facilities Program Management Using the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and in coordination with any team supervisors or managers, schedules and assigns maintenance, grounds, pest management, and custodial work on all shifts, assures work assignments are consistent with job classification, evaluates work methods and procedures, implements appropriate changes, and assures proper handling of cleaning chemicals, pesticides, and hazardous materials. Schedules and oversees inspections, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on facilities, grounds, and associated equipment.
Oversees preventive maintenance programs. Manages work order entry and completion in the CMMS for building systems and custodial equipment to assure facilities performance metrics can be analyzed and reported.. Manages and oversees the use of the CMMS for all departments at the college.
Oversees maintenance and repair of Facilities, grounds, and associated equipment in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, codes and regulations. Oversees hazardous materials waste stream disposal, manifests, SDS sheets, and all reporting to authorities having jurisdiction. Oversees all college waste disposal, including recycling, compost/yard waste and refuse.
Oversees college access control and key management in partnership with College Safety and Security and Administrative leadership. Manages surplus equipment and furniture/materials storage and disposal according to WA State requirements, in collaboration with Purchasing office. Ensures compliance with local, State, and Federal environmental, health and safety requirements, including training.
Performs facilities inspections weekly to comply with Department of Ecology, Labor, and Industry safety standards. Assists the Facilities and Capital Project - Executive Director in developing the budget for assigned areas. Manages expenditures in accordance with the budget.
Reviews and approves purchases for maintenance, custodial, waste management, and grounds. Assures accurate records are maintained. As directed, supports the Facilities and Capital Projects - Executive Director in development of college facilities master plans, capital budgets and biannual state capital appropriation requests by identifying issues, researching conditions, developing estimates, etc.
Team Management Effectively manages direct reports by coaching, counseling, and observing performance and offering developmental support. Encourages employee development by communicating job expectations and planning, monitoring and appraising job results. Assists with employee career development as appropriate.
Initiates, documents, and implements disciplinary actions as needed. Onboards new employees. Provides technical support and assistance to staff and is responsible for ensuring that individual employees receive required training and that a record of employee training is maintained.
Conducts performance evaluations to guide the development of employees, provides a record of performance and ensures consistent evaluations and regular feedback. Project Development In collaboration with Capital projects and college staff plans and schedules projects; inspects, approves, and reports on all phases of projects. As directed, assists with project management of small remodel and repair projects conducted by in- house staff as needed or directed.
As required, participates with capital development project team for design and build of campus infrastructure. This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this description. What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience) Associates degree OR two or more years of relevant progressively responsible experience.
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance, physical plant operation, construction, environmental health and safety; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may substitute formal education. Previous experience with staff supervision. Demonstrated organizational ability and ability to work effectively in collaboration with broad stakeholder groups.
Demonstrated cultural proficiency and the ability to communicate and work effectively with people from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, gender, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic backgrounds with diverse physical and learning abilities. Proven experience in training; able to convey complex information in an understandable way to a variety of audiences in individual, small, and large group settings. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English.
Possess a valid Washington driver's license at time of hire and throughout employment. Physical Requirements: Ability to perform range of physical motions, exerting up to 25 pounds; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs. Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability.
In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyberbullying." Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Director of Legal Compliance. Background Check Statement Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB2327 as required.
