What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities and Safety Manager - Veterinary Health System position at Colorado State University?

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Working Title

Facilities and Safety Manager - Veterinary Health System

Position Location

Fort Collins, CO

Work Location

Position is fully in-office / in-person

Research Professional Position

Posting Number

202402132AP

Position Type

Admin Professional / Research Professional

Classification Title

Management I

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours / Week

Proposed Annual Salary Range

100,000 - $120,000 with benefits (salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11 : 59pm (MT) on

01 / 02 / 2025

Description of Work Unit

Colorado State University

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation's leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities. Improving the health of animals, people, and the planet has been central to our land-grant mission since 1883, when the first veterinary classes began at Colorado Agricultural College. Today, that vision remains at the heart of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, where we empower the next generation of leaders to change the world.

Veterinary Health System

The Veterinary Health System transforms our service units into a comprehensive veterinary medical center governed by responsible management that supports our units' individual missions. Capitalizing on Colorado State University's top ranking in veterinary medicine, and building on our tradition of providing high-quality compassionate care and achieving outstanding clinical outcomes, the Veterinary Health System broadens our expertise and skill to deliver the highest levels of customer service, employee satisfaction, and advancements in medicine through clinical service, research, and innovation.

Why work at Colorado State University?

CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine's "America's Best Employers by State!"

We are looking to add individuals to our team who have the following characteristics :

Confidence - they expect success in what they do

Compassion - they have genuine care and concern for others

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence - they engage principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all they do, valuing a supportive community where everyone's contributions are valued, and all voices are heard

Empowerment - they use their knowledge and skills to adjust, change, and improve daily tasks / work for themselves and others

Integrity - they are honest, and others trust them

Responsibility - they take ownership of decisions and actions

Our Investment in You

Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits and well-being package that supports you, your health, and your family.

These CSU resources help with many aspects of your life - financial, physical, emotional, family, workplace wellness. These resources are part of our investment in you.

Employees are benefits eligible when working a minimum of 20 hours per week;benefits outlined below reflect full-time status of 40 hours per week; some benefits would be prorated for part-time status.

Paid time off to include 24 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays annually

Comprehensive benefits programs and services including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Parental Leave, work / life resources, and more

Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your overall well-being

FREE college credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through the Employee Study Privilege program

Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members

FREE employee growth opportunity through CSU training and development opportunities

After-school programs and summer camps for kids

Community Discounts

FREE MAX transit use with CSU identification

For more detail about these and other Health and Welfare benefits and Commitment to Campus programs, visit our CSU Well-Being Hub at https : / / hr.colostate.edu / well-being-hub / and our Benefits programs for Administrative Professional employees : https : / / hr.colostate.edu / current-employees / benefits / afap /

Retirement Programs

While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University's Defined Contribution Plan (DCP) or the Public Employee's Retirement Plan (PERA) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match between 10% - 21%. For more information, visit : https : / / hr.colostate.edu / current-employees / benefits / afap / retirement /

Campus Culture and Principles of Community

Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community - Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice - reflect our core values and support CSU's mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University. For more information visit : https : / / hr.colostate.edu / prospective-employees / our-people /

Tobacco and Smoke-Free

Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings.

Position Summary

Keep Our Spaces Safe and Strong : Become a Facilities and Safety Manager!

Are you a proactive leader with a passion for creating safe, efficient environments? The Veterinary Health System at Colorado State University is looking for a Facilities and Safety Manager to oversee the operations that keep things running smoothly. From maintaining state-of-the-art facilities to ensuring the safety of our staff, clients, and patients, this critical role supports the foundation of our life-saving work. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to have you on our team!

This position will coordinate and oversee facilities operations and maintenance, safety, security, and custodial needs and activities for the buildings and infrastructures of the Veterinary Health System. This consists of buildings and infrastructure located on CSU's south and foothills campuses which operate under the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS). CVMBS south campus is roughly defined as the area in Fort Collins confined by Cross Drive on the north, Drake Road on the South, Gillette Drive on the west, and Bay Road on the east, along with Equine Reproduction Laboratory buildings at the foothills campus.

Significant inter-relational work is required to successfully address programmatic, operational and leadership needs and to coordinate and execute activities with key partners including CSU Facilities Management, the Tetrad Property Group (TPG), the CSU Police Department, the CVMBS Director of Facilities Safety and Security, CSU Environmental Health and Risk Management, and the individual proctors assigned to each building. Specific areas of oversight will include interior and exterior building structures, landscape, fixtures, non-programmatic equipment (such as HVAC and other building mechanicals), and custodial functions for public, administrative, animal care, and program operational areas. However, direct responsibility for specific areas is variable. For example, CSU Facilities and / or Tetrad provides the direct O&M and custodial needs for the public and administrative areas, and grounds and landscape.

Direct responsibilities for this position are primarily for non-public or administrative (i.e., bio-sensitive animal care) area custodial needs, minor or routine O&M needs, and overall coordination with the key partners, leadership, and other personnel.

The prime objective is to ensure and execute superior customer service as a priority in helping faculty and staff achieve their goals and outcomes, and the ultimate delivery of service excellence to our clients, students, and other constituents.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

A signing bonus and relocation expenses may be available for eligible and successful candidates.

Required Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field.

Five (5) years of experience managing facility operations, including supervising work teams / work crews.

Three (3) years of experience with carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and / or other skilled trade work.

Unforeseen, urgent issues can and will arise, along with occasional on-call status that will require night and weekend responsiveness.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Experience in Higher Education with understanding of facilities services within higher education.

Experience with small to mid-level capital construction projects.

Experience with animal facilities, barn, and barn equipment maintenance and repair.

Experience in a veterinary hospital or laboratory facility.

Experience cultivating and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Delivery of outstanding customer service through superior interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work independently, synthesize and organize large amounts of information in a cogent, methodical way.

Certification in a trades-related field (Facility Management Professional (FMP), Certified Facilities Manager (CFM), or similar) and / or official membership in a nationally recognized trades organization.

Experience handling, feeding, transporting, and caring for animals (including custodial care).

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category

Operations

Duty / Responsibility

Oversee daily operations for facility and maintenance services, cleaning and custodial services, animal care services, bio-instrumentation services, and remodel and construction services.

Manage and maintain the work order system across the multi-unit functional areas including workload assignments based upon priority needs.

Identify resources to complete facility-based projects and work orders. implement the University Integrated Work Management System (IWMS) Asset Works module (which also provides financial information on equipment and buildings replacement).

Manage the provision, procurement and / or contracting for general maintenance and repairs for facilities and equipment (which will encompass carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and other skilled trades).

Coordinate facilities projects (capital and non-capital) with the appropriate personnel and / or project managers.

Lead, facilitate and participate in all construction project meetings and discussions pertaining to remodels and designs for new or existing buildings.

Manage project budgets.

Organize and maintain project documentation, operation and maintenance information (O&M manuals), and owner's stock materials.

Partner with CSU Facilities, Tetrad and / or CVMBS leadership to manage processes, address current issues, and recommend changes where appropriate and beneficial.

Understand and work within the various facilities partnerships for the campus including CSU Facilities and Tetrad.

Build and maintain effective relationships to execute and optimize delivery of service.

Assess and procures parts, supplies and equipment to support facility maintenance, construction, and animal care needs.

Maintain inventory of supplies for maintenance shop and barns.

Oversee designated livestock purchases.

Operate within assigned budget to manage operational expenses including salary, materials, and equipment.

Implement biosecurity policy, procedures, and practice.

Percentage Of Time

Job Duty Category

Supervision

Duty / Responsibility

Supervise mid-level supervisors, staff, and hourly personnel.

Establish relevant, effective orientation and training plans.

Create and monitor work and service standards.

Mentor and resolve personnel issues.

Conduct and / or request corrective or disciplinary actions as necessary.

Establish standards of performance during the yearly planning process.

Completes mid-year and end of the year performance evaluations.

Establish workforce planning methodologies and staffing models.

Conduct effective selection and hiring practices.

Create job descriptions, assign staff work schedules, approve leave requests / time clock entries, and manage leave accruals.

Partner with VHS, CVMBS and CSU HR to manage employee relations, personnel actions, worker compensation, FMLA, and extended leave situations.

Help design and participate in staff development.

Attend specialized trainings, certifications and / or industry conferences.

Establish, schedule, and conduct periodic staff meetings.

Advise VHS and / or CVMBS leadership on all facility situations including suggested responses.

Percentage Of Time

Job Duty Category

Facilities Safety

Duty / Responsibility

Assess and assure building safety and security.

Participate in operating and maintenance (O&M) audit meetings with CSU Facilities and Tetrad personnel to evaluate performance against established key performance indicators (KPIs); report results to VHS Leadership Team.

Manage building safety and security initiatives, in collaboration with VHEC, CVMBS and CSU including audits, and committee work.

Coordinate annual building fire evacuation drills. Participate on appropriate biosecurity committees.

Understand and assure compliance with regulatory facility requirements (USDA, ERHS, radiation safety).

Percentage Of Time

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references by 11 : 59 PM on Thursday, January 2, 2025 .

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services, Special Requirements / Other - Unforeseen, urgent issues can and will arise, along with occasional on-call status that will require night and weekend responsiveness

Search Contact

Shevaun Festervand, shevaun.festervand@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu .

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000

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