What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Facilities position at Germanna Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Director of Facilities
Role Title
Trades Manager I
Role Code
79035-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
05
Position Number
29700002
Agency
Germanna Community College
Division
Germanna Community College (Div)
Work Location
Spotsylvania - 177
Hiring Range
$103,932-$130,731; annually plus full state benefits and commensurate with experience
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
G-Skilled Craft Worker
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Or as scheduled
Or as scheduled
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, and many other activities.
Germanna Community College is currently seeking a Director of Facilities. The Director of Facilities is responsible for managing all facets of maintenance and upkeep at the physical facilities of all the College’s campuses/centers. Serves as the institutional lead in facility planning, construction, renovation, parking and warehouse operations at the College. Directs all programs of buildings and plant maintenance repair, custodial services, grounds maintenance, skilled trade services, renovation projects, new construction, space planning and related contract administration. Provides technical advice, support and assistance to college officials. Ensures compliance with building code requirements and local, state and federal jurisdictional requirements related to physical sites and environmental affairs with an emphasis on safety and campus ascetics. Oversees the department’s budget and administrative functions. Position works closely with VCCS Facilities Management Services staff per VCCS Policy Manual. Performs other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Administrative Services
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Facility management/construction
- Oversee procurement and asset management
- Performance management
- Budgeting
- Safety management
- Regular communication with employees regarding project status
- Perform other duties as assigned
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Experience in leading, planning, developing and maintaining a large complex program of facilities maintenance and construction.
- Supervisory experience.
- Excellent project management skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to utilize technology to improve processes.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and experience in meeting deadlines.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Proficient in operating a computer using current Microsoft and/or other software packages.
- Commitment to working with diverse colleagues, students, and community members.
- Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity.
- Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools.
Additional Considerations
- Experience in engineering, building trades or related field.
- Experience with Commonwealth of Virginia policies and procedures pertaining to procurement and capital projects.
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
Yes
Required Travel
Travel to all campuses required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_3645P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
03/05/2025
Job Close Date
03/26/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
Contact Name
Catra Godwin
Email
cgodwin@germanna.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Salary : $103,932 - $130,731
