Job Details
Posting Number: S15499P
Working Title: Assistant Director of Facilities Management
Department: PSO-Cont Ed-Operating Services
About the University of Georgia:
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department:
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA’s mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel.
College/Unit/Department website: www.georgiacenter.uga.edu
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. This position also requires participation in an on-call rotation.
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date: 07/23/2026
Open until filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 09/01/2026
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
Classification Title: Facilities Manager
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience
Position Summary: Serves as the senior administrative and strategic leader for the Facilities Maintenance Division, providing executive oversight of operations, capital planning, and resource management. This position establishes division priorities, directs long-range facility planning, and ensures alignment with institutional goals, regulatory requirements, and fiscal controls.The Assistant Director exercises authority over budget development, capital renewal programs, and major repair and renovation initiatives. The role provides second-level leadership to maintenance and grounds operations through the Facilities Manager and is responsible for organizational planning, policy development, and performance oversight.This position serves as the primary liaison to Georgia Center leadership, the Office of University Architects, and the Facilities Management Division, representing the division in executive coordination, planning, and project delivery.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Knowledge: Facilities operations, building systems, and regulatory compliance requirements Capital planning, construction project delivery, and design processes University procurement, contracting, and fiscal management policies National, State, and University construction code and design standards Skills: Developing and managing operating and capital budgets Leading complex construction and renovation projects Interpreting design documents, drawings, and technical specifications Strategic planning and organizational development
Physical Demands: Conduct site visits to active construction and maintenance locations, including confined or elevated spaces Work outdoors or in active construction environments under varying weather conditions Participating in emergency response situations, which may require work outside normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays Perform standard office-based administrative work.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes
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? : Yes
Is having a P-Card an essential function 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
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Establish and communicate division priorities, performance expectations, and operational objectives for maintenance and grounds functions
- Provide executive oversight of departmental performance, organizational structure, and service delivery outcomes
- Direct resolution of complex operational issues; escalating or delegating routine matters through the Facilities Manager
- Review and approve major personnel actions, including workforce planning, hiring, compensation, and disciplinary recommendations
- Evaluate operational performance and implement improvements to increase efficiency, consistency, and service quality
Percentage of time: 25
- Direct planning, design, and execution of capital construction and renovation projects in coordination with OUA and FMD
- Establish project scope, budget, and priorities to align with institutional goals
- Review and approve design documents, construction plans, and specifications
- Conduct site oversight to verify compliance with project scope, design intent, and quality standards
- Serve as primary liaison with architects, engineers, contractors, and university stakeholders throughout project delivery
Percentage of time: 23
- Lead long-range facility planning, including MRR development and major renovation strategies
- Evaluate space utilization, facility conditions, and infrastructure needs to inform strategic plans
- Establish policies, standards, and governance practices for facilities operations and planning
- Represent Facilities Maintenance in institutional planning efforts, committees, and executive discussions
- Engage campus stakeholders to align renovation priorities with programmatic and operational needs
Percentage of time: 15
- Oversee administrative operations, including procurement, financial documentation, and compliance reporting
- Administer performance evaluations and disciplinary actions as required
- Review and approve accounts payable, purchase requests, and financial transactions
- Supervise PCard administration and ensure compliance with university policies
- Manage administrative processes related to MRR requests, estimates, and project documentation
Percentage of time: 15
- Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets for maintenance, grounds, and facility renewal programs
- Approve major expenditures and monitor financial performance against budget targets
- Adjust budget allocations based on project needs and operational priorities
- Ensure compliance with university fiscal policies and maintain accurate financial reporting
Percentage of time: 12
- Maintain and update facility documentation, including as-built drawings and space records
- Coordinate interior design planning, including finish selection and material standards
- Develop conceptual layouts and space planning recommendations
- Balance facility modernization efforts with preservation of historical and architectural standards
Percentage of time: 10
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