Facilities Associate Director (INTERNAL UW OSHKOSH SEARCH ONLY)

• Develops priorities and implementation strategies for creating custodial and maintenance standards, schedules, and labor requirements for routine and emergency repairs, housekeeping, preventative maintenance programs, grounds work, warehouse functions, renovations, and capital improvement projects
• Directs the planning and scheduling of building maintenance and remodeling activities, incorporating operational requirements and priorities
• Develops and fosters a working relationship with university and state professional architects and engineers, project managers, building construction superintendents, and outside contractors while representing staff and residents
• Provides operational and strategic guidance to staff
• Determines and directs standards for routine and preventative work orders, warehouse/purchasing tracking, building and grounds projects, and use of automated maintenance
• Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees
• Reviews work place health and safety expectations with employees and provides instruction as needed
• Maintain University Risk Management & Insurance Association (URMIA) membership
• Responsible for excess insurance renewal
• Manage property claims and subrogation process while maintaining communication with UWS, DOA and Sedgwick
• Manage property inventory and valuation
• Manage liability claims
• Oversee claim history requests
• Responsible for documentation and submission of Art memo management
• Ensure Certificates of Coverages (COCs) and Certificates of Insurances (COIs)
• General event risk and compliance
• Oversight of Facilities Management budget and procurement

Bachelor's degree in related field or a combination of relevant education and significant and progressively responsible experience in Facilities Management

A minimum of 5 years experience in a managerial or supervisory leadership position in facilities management

Experience in maintenance and care of complex facilities which may include property, custodial, grounds, building systems and risk and safety management

Proficient in modern technologies, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams), mobile devices, project management software, and maintenance scheduling software (TMA)

Ability to work effectively with diverse constituents

Commitment to the mission and goals of UW Oshkosh and UW System Administration

Division of Facilities Development and Department of Administration project experience

Risk Management Certification

Demonstrated excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong analytical skills and proven ability to appropriately use data to help guide decision making

Demonstrated emergency management skills which may include certifications, education, fulltime work or a combination of all.

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application: Cover Letter, Resume, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

This is an internal search that will only consider current UW Oshkosh employees.

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by March 13th, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

AA/EO Statement
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. UWO, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

DEI Statement
Diversity drives innovation, creativity, and progress. At the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, the culture, identities, life experiences, unique abilities, and talents of every individual contribute to the foundation of our success. Creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment is of paramount importance to us. This pursuit prepares all of us to be global citizens who will contribute to the betterment of the world. We are committed to a university culture that provides everyone with the opportunity to thrive.

Reasonable Accommodations
UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact afaction@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/, or call UWO Police Department, at (920) 424-1212 for a paper copy.