Director of Facilities Maintenance and Operations

Director of Facilities Maintenance and Operations

Ready for your next career move? Then become part of the George Mason patriot team. As a State employee of Virginia, you'll have the opportunity to work on our beautiful Fairfax campus with 677 acres of wooded land.

We've got the work. Now, we need an additional team member to contribute to our busy environment. We want someone who is reliable, takes pride in their work, and will make a noticeable contribution to the educational facilities at George Mason. Our leadership team will trust that you will get the job done. George Mason's Facilities & Campus Operations department is committed to providing a safe, functional, and clean community experience at the university. So, what's in it for you? Great benefits for you

Lots of leave, including paid annual leave, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid two-week winter break (please note the break employees often receive during the holiday season is not regularly guaranteed and is subject to annual approval);

Free tuition, up to 12 credit hours during the academic year and professional development. Yes, you can earn a college education while earning a salary;

Commuter Choice Transit Benefit;

Virginia Retirement System Hybrid Plan; and

Patriot Perks discounts to restaurants, events, and more!

For you and your family

Health / dental / vision benefits; and

Tuition dependent benefit (restrictions apply).

The Director of Facilities Maintenance and Operations manages and directs, through subordinate supervisors and staff, the technical and administrative aspects of several operating divisions and offices including multiple Zones that include mechanical, electrical, life-safety, architectural and grounds trades groups and night operations group to provide maintenance and repair services to the buildings and their utilities distribution systems in an efficient, economical and safe manner for the University community. Included are two self-sustaining maintenance groups at satellite campuses in addition to the primary group at the main campus. In addition, the Director of Facilities Maintenance and Operations is responsible for and ensures proper oversight and efficient operations of our vehicle and equipment fleet, elevator, and project management programs.

Responsibilities

Administration and Planning

• Plans, organizes, manages and directs, through subordinate Managers, the technical and administrative functions of six maintenance and repair trades operating zones consisting of over 150 skilled personnel providing operation, service support, renovation, maintenance and repair services for the University buildings and grounds, including, but not limited to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and architectural systems;
• Directs and ensures proper oversight and efficient operations of the vehicle and equipment fleet, elevator, and project management programs and ensures proper regulatory and documentation compliance;
• Responsible for the development of the GMU Master Maintenance Program (MMP) and ensures satellite maintenance programs mirror the MMP and makes weekly visits to satellites to determine acceptable delivery of service and customer satisfaction;
• Develops and manages the Facilities Management environmental control and hazardous material programs to include asbestos remediation and abatement;
• Establishes and schedules work based upon force capabilities and seasonal needs;
• Determines what work can be accomplished with in-house resources and directs overload to contract service providers;
• Provides direction and guidance to work centers in the preparation of operations and work schedules, contingency plans and funding;
• Develops and implements operating policies, procedures and emergency operation plans to respond to critical needs such as snow removal, storm damages, power outages, evening / weekend / holiday emergency response, etc.;
• Serves as liaison officer with deans, directors, chairs and department heads to ensure departmental and building maintenance needs are attained at a satisfactory and economically feasible level; and
• Acts as the Senior Director, Facilities Management in their absence on technical and operational matters.

Personnel Management

Fiscal Management

Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Certification Preferences

Preferred Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Director of Facilities Maintenance and Operations at https : / / jobs.gmu.edu / . Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Resume for review.

Posting Open Date : June 30, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by : July 14, 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

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