Assistant Director of College Facilities and Safety Specialist
4 weeks ago
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of College Facilities and Safety plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and safety of facilities within the college. This position supports the college's mission of excellence in education, research, and outreach across the state.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee improvements to physical infrastructure, including laboratories, teaching spaces, and agricultural research facilities.
- Develop project scopes, estimate costs, and track expenses to keep projects on budget.
- Manage construction projects and ensure compliance with state and local safety, fire, building code, and construction regulations.
- Perform safety evaluations, audits, or inspections and provide training to staff.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization and with external constituents.
Requirements
- Master's degree in facilities management, engineering, building construction, or relevant field, or a bachelor's degree (same disciplines) and significant applicable work experience.
- Experience in facility management, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working in a higher education, academic, or research environment.
- Experience delivering safety training and creating technical graphics software.
- Working knowledge of OSHA standards and certifications such as Certified Facility Manager or Certified Safety Professional.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
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