Associate Vice President for Facilities Management Division
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Location: Athens, GA 30606
Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number F2336P
Working Title Associate Vice President for Facilities Management Division
Department FMD-AVP-Business Office
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
The Facilities Management Division team members manage, operate, and maintain campus landscapes, buildings, and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University of Georgia. The FMD unit comprises licensed professionals, managers, and tradespeople, including engineers, electricians, plumbers, building services professionals, carpenters, painters, HVAC experts, heavy equipment operators, landscape architects, and groundskeeping staff. FMD establishes priorities and long-term plans that protect the campus's financial investment in its physical infrastructure and facilities that provide a physical environment conducive to teaching, research, outreach, and student life. FMD's support, services, and programs are provided through operational change, the development and streamlining of the processes, systems, policies, planning guidelines, and procedures for UGA's annual capital budget and renewal programs that reflect the campus' long-term needs. FMD works closely with the Office of Research, Office of University Architects for Facilities Planning, Environmental Safety Division, and other facilities-intensive units (Office of Instruction, University Housing, Student Affairs, Athletics, Space Planning & Management, etc.).
Facilities Management Organization Chart
College/Unit/Department website https://fmd.uga.edu/
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Education and Experience
Anticipated Start Date 06/01/2025
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date 03/28/2025
Job Closing Date
Open until filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications will be reviewed immediately, and continuing until the position is filled. To apply for this position, please click on the Apply button, complete the brief application process, and upload your resume and position-specific cover letter. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Chief Facilities Officer
FLSA
Faculty Rank Administrative Faculty
Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
The University of Georgia (UGA) invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Vice President for the Facilities Management Division (FMD). This position reports directly to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. It serves as the senior facilities engineer for UGA while working collaboratively with the university architect to collectively fulfill the duties of the chief facilities officer. The associate vice president for FMD is responsible for directing and leading the Facilities Management Division team, which is broadly responsible for managing approximately 12 million gross square feet of facilities and approximately 823 acres on UGA's main campus in Athens, GA. While FMD does not have primary responsibility for the UGA extended campus in the state of Georgia beyond Athens (Buckhead, GA; Griffin, GA; Gwinnett, GA; and Tifton, GA.), FMD does provide necessary support to these locations and other areas. The division comprises a workforce of approximately 850 employees, one of the largest divisions within Finance and Administration.
Key Responsibilities:
Additional Requirements
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
In addition to the qualifications stated above, key stakeholders identified the following capabilities and attributes of a successful candidate:
Physical Demands
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage Of Time 100
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required DocumentsResume/CV Cover Letter Optional Documents
Posting Details
Posting Number F2336P
Working Title Associate Vice President for Facilities Management Division
Department FMD-AVP-Business Office
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
The Facilities Management Division team members manage, operate, and maintain campus landscapes, buildings, and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University of Georgia. The FMD unit comprises licensed professionals, managers, and tradespeople, including engineers, electricians, plumbers, building services professionals, carpenters, painters, HVAC experts, heavy equipment operators, landscape architects, and groundskeeping staff. FMD establishes priorities and long-term plans that protect the campus's financial investment in its physical infrastructure and facilities that provide a physical environment conducive to teaching, research, outreach, and student life. FMD's support, services, and programs are provided through operational change, the development and streamlining of the processes, systems, policies, planning guidelines, and procedures for UGA's annual capital budget and renewal programs that reflect the campus' long-term needs. FMD works closely with the Office of Research, Office of University Architects for Facilities Planning, Environmental Safety Division, and other facilities-intensive units (Office of Instruction, University Housing, Student Affairs, Athletics, Space Planning & Management, etc.).
Facilities Management Organization Chart
College/Unit/Department website https://fmd.uga.edu/
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Education and Experience
Anticipated Start Date 06/01/2025
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date 03/28/2025
Job Closing Date
Open until filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications will be reviewed immediately, and continuing until the position is filled. To apply for this position, please click on the Apply button, complete the brief application process, and upload your resume and position-specific cover letter. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Chief Facilities Officer
FLSA
Faculty Rank Administrative Faculty
Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in an appropriate academic discipline.
- Licensed and registered as a professional engineer.
- At least ten years of progressive experience in facilities management administration.
Position Summary
The University of Georgia (UGA) invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Vice President for the Facilities Management Division (FMD). This position reports directly to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. It serves as the senior facilities engineer for UGA while working collaboratively with the university architect to collectively fulfill the duties of the chief facilities officer. The associate vice president for FMD is responsible for directing and leading the Facilities Management Division team, which is broadly responsible for managing approximately 12 million gross square feet of facilities and approximately 823 acres on UGA's main campus in Athens, GA. While FMD does not have primary responsibility for the UGA extended campus in the state of Georgia beyond Athens (Buckhead, GA; Griffin, GA; Gwinnett, GA; and Tifton, GA.), FMD does provide necessary support to these locations and other areas. The division comprises a workforce of approximately 850 employees, one of the largest divisions within Finance and Administration.
Key Responsibilities:
- The university seeks candidates who are innovative, collaborative, and accomplished leaders in their field, forward-thinking professionals with a demonstrated strong commitment to excellence and high-quality customer service and dedicated to furthering an accessible campus environment that supports students with various professional and academic experiences.
- Work strategically and foster a collaborative and service-oriented culture.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong, interpersonal, organizational, team building and leadership skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Identify, assess, and champion opportunities for data-driven decision-making, use of technology, process automation and innovation.
- Foster and enhance relationships, coordination, and partnership between the Facilities Management Division, the University System of Georgia, and other institutions.
- Assist UGA's executive leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of effective facilities management policies that support UGA's strategic priorities.
- Work collaboratively with vice presidents, deans, senior faculty, and administrators to promote effective communications and to understand and support the facility needs of the university's instruction, research, public service and outreach, and student life programs.
- Engage the campus community to assess and improve services, support, programs, and reporting across all units. Develop, monitor, and recommend process improvements that align with the university's strategic vision.
- Work collaboratively with partners across the university, including but not limited to, the office of research, office of instruction, university architects, environmental safety division, university housing, student affairs, finance division, athletics, space planning & management, procurement, etc.
- Provide leadership as UGA continues to implement innovative strategies to recruit and retain a highly qualified workforce to fulfill FMD's broad and diverse portfolio of responsibilities in an ever-increasing competitive market for talent.
- Build competencies within Facilities Management Division by leading, coaching, developing, evaluating, and mentoring team members, all while promoting professional development and ensuring strong staff engagement and retention.
- Provide overarching leadership to all areas of the Facilities Management Division.
- Operations & Infrastructure
- Project Management
- Operations & Maintenance
- Services
- Support Services
- Building Services
- Warehouse Operations
- Office of Sustainability
- Grounds
- Automotive Center
- Waste Reduction
- Maintenance Planning and Design
- Maintenance Engineering
- Utility and Energy Management
- Work Request Center
- Administration
- Human Resources
- Safety
- Business Management
- Contract Management
- Information Technology
- Operations & Infrastructure
Additional Requirements
- A record of fostering an organizational culture of teamwork and belonging.
- A history of responsible management and leadership background.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with all members of the university community.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
- Master's degree in an appropriate academic discipline.
- Relevant certifications, such as but not limited to:
- Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) via APPA
- Certified Facility Manager (CFM) via IFMA
- Facility Management Professional (FMP) via IFMA
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) via AEE
- Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) via AEE
- Ten years of progressive experience in facilities management administration in a higher education environment.
- Five years of experience in facilities management at a Carnegie Classification Research 1 Doctoral University.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
In addition to the qualifications stated above, key stakeholders identified the following capabilities and attributes of a successful candidate:
- Demonstrated collaboration skills with a broad base of colleagues, with the ability to understand the importance of relationship and partnership building.
- Technical expertise and expertise with new, modern construction/systems and aging buildings/ infrastructures.
- Innovative and motivating leadership for the Facilities Management Division.
- Proven ability of leading and managing a large workforce that includes staff in various professional, managerial, and skilled trades roles.
- Expertise with developing and implementing deferred maintenance strategies and plans.
- Budget management background with complex funding sources and regulations.
- Record of managing employees with 24/7/365 responsibilities in a university environment.
- Familiarity with the unique needs of medical education and research (UGA College of Veterinary Medicine and UGA School of Medicine).
- Ability to communicate technical details in layperson's terms for clear reporting to stakeholders.
- Timeliness and responsiveness to critical issues.
- Safety and compliance-focused.
- Understands and effectively communicates the larger vision for the division and for the university.
Physical Demands
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
- The university seeks candidates who are innovative, collaborative, and accomplished leaders in their field, forward-thinking professionals with a demonstrated strong commitment to excellence and high-quality customer service, and dedicated to furthering an accessible campus environment that supports students with various professional and academic experiences.
- Work strategically and foster a collaborative and service-oriented culture.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong, interpersonal, organizational, team building and leadership skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Identify, assess, and champion opportunities for data-driven decision-making, use of technology, process automation and innovation.
- Foster and enhance relationships, coordination, and partnership between the Facilities Management Division, the University System of Georgia, and other institutions.
- Assist UGA's executive leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of effective facilities management policies that support UGA's strategic priorities.
- Work collaboratively with vice presidents, deans, senior faculty, and administrators to promote effective communications and to understand and support the facility needs of the university's instruction, research, public service and outreach, and student life programs.
- Engage the campus community to assess and improve services, support, programs, and reporting across all units. Develop, monitor, and recommend process improvements that align with the university's strategic vision.
- Work collaboratively with partners across the university, including but not limited to, the office of research, office of instruction, university architects, environmental safety division, university housing, student affairs, finance division, athletics, space planning & management, procurement, etc.
- Provide leadership as UGA continues to implement innovative strategies to recruit and retain a highly qualified workforce to fulfill FMD's broad and diverse portfolio of responsibilities in an ever-increasing competitive market for talent.
- Build competencies within Facilities Management Division by leading, coaching, developing, evaluating, and mentoring team members, all while promoting professional development and ensuring strong staff engagement and retention.
- Provide overarching leadership to all areas of the Facilities Management Division.
- Operations & Infrastructure
- Project Management
- Operations & Maintenance
- Services
- Support Services
- Building Services
- Warehouse Operations
- Office of Sustainability
- Grounds
- Automotive Center
- Waste Reduction
- Maintenance Planning and Design
- Maintenance Engineering
- Utility and Energy Management
- Work Request Center
- Administration
- Human Resources
- Safety
- Business Management
- Contract Management
- Information Technology
- Operations & Infrastructure
Percentage Of Time 100
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents