Director, Corporate Support Services (Director, Engineering and Support Services) - Office of Facilities Development (Central Office)

Empower Every New Yorker - Without Exception - to Live the Healthiest Life Possible

NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the United States. We provide essential outpatient, inpatient and home-based services to more than one million New Yorkers every year across the city's five boroughs. Our large health system consists of ambulatory centers, acute care centers, post-acute care/long-term care, rehabilitation programs, Home Care, and Correctional Health Services. Our diverse workforce is uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers, without exception, to live the healthiest life possible.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Vice President, with the latitude for independent initiative and judgment, is responsible for organizing, directing, and coordinating the activities of Divisional Directors to insure the promotion of corporate policies and program.

• Will be responsible for all areas of Corporate Support Services including Mail Room, Print Shop/Graphics, Motor Vehicle Operation, Corporate Maintenance, Corporate Security and Maintenance/Facilities Procurement.
• Directs, coordinates and evaluates operational programs with the Directors of Engineering at the acute and post-acute care facilities.
• Assists in the establishment of programs and policies reflecting the philosophy and objectives of the Office of Facilities Development.
• May schedule and plan department head meetings on a set frequency basis to review operational performance.
• Participates in the annual performance evaluations of subordinates and their professional developmental plans.
• Provides recommendations and direction regarding proposed projects and/or other related programs.
• Provides management and oversight of corporate OTPS budgets relative to service, repairs and supplies, PS budgets and oversees overtime hours.
• Acts as liaison with other corporate departments to assist in providing business line related services.
• Provides expertise in the alteration, maintenance and repair of buildings, mechanical and electrical equipment therein and a variety of equipment essential to departmental operations.
• Provide expertise in the preparation of material take-offs from designed plans and specifications of field measurements.
• Coordinates and conducts field visits to the facilities, engages with site clients, inspects sites and equipment and provides recommendations for operational needs.
• Inspects specific facility-based projects and monitors progress, completion dates, financial impacts, and regulatory compliance with occupational standards, codes and specifications.
• Responsible for managing along with site Directors of Engineering department's work order system.
• Demonstrates competence complying with healthcare regulatory agencies such as but not limited to Joint Commission, CMS, DOH, OMH etc.
• Responsible for monitoring along with site Directors of Engineering in the development and sustainability of Key Performance Measures (KPl's).
• Participates in internal/external quality assurance/performance improvement (QA/Pl) activities and programs, training, and special studies, as required.
• Ensures ongoing compliance and maintenance of the NYC Health + Hospitals policies with NYS standards and other applicable external regulatory guidelines and accreditation guidelines and standards.
• Performs other related duties, as directed.

Minimum Qualifications
1. A Baccalaureate Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management or an approved related discipline from an accredited college or university; or,
2. New York State licensure as a Registered Architect or Professional Engineer; and,
3. Six years experience in the construction, architectural or engineering field, including three years in design contracts and construction contracts relating to health care facilities in a managerial or administrative capacity; or,
4. A satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Department Preferences

Preference will be given to qualified candidates with the following knowledge, abilities, education, experience and/or skills:
7 + Years of Healthcare Experience

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs