Assistant Director

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Facilities Management

Job Title: Assistant Director - Facilities Support Services

Position #: 217517 – Requisition #: 35762

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for managing, supervising, monitoring, and evaluating aspects of Facilities Support Services in the Facilities Management Department for the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus. Position serves as a key individual on the management team providing oversight for the Parking operation, Transportation, Grounds and Landscaping, Roads and Parking Lots Maintenance on the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Parking operation includes many special events during the year, rate surveys, ADA compliance, parking cards audits, new employees parking orientation, manage parking contract, management and oversight of one parking garage and up to 14 parking lots, etc.
• Campus Grounds and Landscaping care, sustainability program, water conservation, tree planting program, xeriscape ideas, keeping the campus aesthetically pleasing, etc.
• Transportation program, shuttles in good working conditions, coordinating shuttle routes/schedules with Children’s and University hospitals, special events coordination, transition program vehicles from gas/diesel to electric vehicles, manage RTD contract, etc.
• Roads and parking lot maintenance, parking lots and roads should always be safe and clean, well illuminated, good directional signage, striped, no potholes, closures coordination’s with campus community, etc.
• Campus snow removal operation, campus facilities should be free of snow and ice by 7:00am during business days, manage snow removal contractor, assist with campus leadership to provide report of campus conditions during storms, staff scheduling, equipment and supplies care and management, etc.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in planning, business administration, public administration, facilities management, construction management, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Five years’ experience at the management level, including direct responsibility for Parking Operation, Transportation, Grounds and Landscaping Services, and parking lots and Roads maintenance, including budget, procurement, vendor management, contract management, emergency response, etc.

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Seven years’ experience of Facilities Management in an academic, health care, or public sector organization, Parking Operation, Transportation, Grounds and Landscaping services, and Parking lots and Roads maintenance, including budget, procurement, vendor management, contract management, emergency response, etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Extensive knowledge of current facilities and business management methods and practices.
• Considerable knowledge in facilities operations and management activities including parking programs, transportation, grounds and landscaping services, and parking lots and roads maintenance.
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of accounting and financial management including a strong aptitude for analyzing systems and processes and how they impact budgetary and fiscal matters.
• Ability to administer, effectively plan, organize and direct a wide variety of facilities management and support services including developing strategic plans based on changing customer needs and resources.
• Ability to be creative and responsive to customer needs within a highly regulated and complex environment undergoing significant changes and fiscal pressures.
• Extensive and comprehensive experience in scheduling work and implementing an effective quality assurance program.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience in public speaking. Proficient in the application of various computer programs to enhance communication, gather key data/information, and assist in creating management decision-making tools and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with faculty, staff, students, visitors, affiliates and representatives from external agencies or organizations.
• Skilled in negotiating and building consensus to support decisions and programs.
• Ability to effectively supervise professional, para-professional, trades, and support personnel.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse, multicultural populations and be inclusive in all interactions.
• Must possess a current, valid Colorado Driver’s License or can obtain one.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Udalio (Del) Quiel – udalio.quiel@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $78,388 - $99,710.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

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