A special mission college within the Massachusetts state university system

Position:                                               Associate Director of Maintenance                                   

Posting:                              April 2024                       Start Date:   ASAP           

Position Number:              FY24-40

Application Deadline:      04 May 2024; Open Until Filled

Division:                             Academic Division

Union affiliation:              Association of Professional Administrators (APA)

Supervision received:       Reports to the Director of Operations & Maintenance

Supervision exercised:     Supervises all subordinate facilities personnel including but not limited to building maintenance supervisor, grounds supervisor, locksmith, maintainers (buildings and dormitories), vehicle mechanic, grounds department, temporary help, cadet help, and outside contractors and/or consultants in their areas of responsibility.

General Statement Of Duties: 

• Lead, organize, manage and supervise all maintenance, custodial, and grounds operations of the Academy in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, and Board of Higher Education policies and procedures.  Has primary responsibility for reports and interaction with federal, state and local agencies (Police, Fire, DEP, EPA, etc.)
• Develop and implement an annual comprehensive maintenance plan that is both corrective and preventive for the upkeep of all facilities, grounds and major facilities systems (HVAC, waste water, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, structural and fire prevention) of the Academy.  Provide an efficient work order system for repairs of facilities and equipment that ensures that all maintenance and repairs are completed in a timely fashion.  Recommend facility improvement and modernization to improve the systems, equipment and facilities of the Academy. 
• Review the annual budget with the Director of Operations & Maintenance, ensuring all aspects can be attained and implement.
• Develop a custodial services plan for each building that outlines the tasks and expectations for the custodial employees (“Maintainers”), indicating a detailed daily and periodic schedule for cleaning and simple repairs of the facilities.
• Conduct regular inspections for all Academy facilities, grounds and equipment to ensure that high standards for cleanliness, attractiveness and safety are maintained.  Recommend to the Vice President of Operations any improvements needed.
• Ensure all in-house aspects of construction, renovations, alteration, repairs and operation of all physical facilities are executed properly.  Work with the Vice President of Operations to ensure that all project work is performed as required by all Authorities having Jurisdiction.
• Perform required written evaluations of Administrators and classified personnel under the department’s jurisdiction. Deals with all union and personnel matters relative to the department in conjunction with the Human Resources department.
• Ensure correct utilization and accountability of requisitions/purchase order system and chargeback system for supplies and fuels used by other campus departments.
• Work collaboratively with the Environmental, Health & Safety Office of all Haz Mat situations, remedies and actions for the Academy.
• Oversees Fleet Management.
• Responsible for administering and programming security card systems on campus.
• Responsible for the Facilities Work Order System.
• Serves on the Union/Management Safety Committee
• Responsible for on-call emergency situations and response
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• Bachelor's Degree
• In-depth knowledge of the operations, maintenance, repair, and improvements to physical buildings and grounds.
• Professional experience in the management of multiple personnel.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development and/or the modeling of inclusive behaviors.

Salary:     $75,000-82,000.   The Academy offers generous benefits policies and a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is exempt under the FLSA.

A special mission college within the Massachusetts state university system

Position:                                               Associate Director of Facilities                                         

Posting:                                     March 2024               Start Date:   ASAP          

Position Number:                     FY24-38

Application Deadline:             27 April 2024; Open Until Filled

Division:                                    Academic Division

Union affiliation:                     Association of Professional Administrators (APA)

Supervision received:              Reports to the Associate Director of Operations & Maintenance, Director of Operations &

                                                  Maintenance

Supervision exercised:            Supervises personnel in areas of responsibility

The Chief Engineer-Facilities Operations, a Associate Director position within the department, is responsible for the overall management, supervision and direction of all activities related to the campus physical plant, wastewater treatment plant, utilities, HVAC equipment and systems, and energy conservation programs; including short/long term planning of the physical facilities of the college to include overall supervision of facility operations and skilled trades staff.

General Statement Of Duties: 

• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the campus physical plant, wind turbine, renewable and alternative energy systems, wastewater treatment plant, utility distribution systems, HVAC systems equipment and energy conservation programs.
• Overall supervision of the facilities operations and maintenance staff.
• Participates in the planning/construction of new facilities and renovations with outside architects, construction managers and contractors, DCAM and MSCBA ensuring that Academy needs and interests are maximized.
• Responsible for reports and interaction with local, state, and federal agencies (police, fire, DEP, EPA, etc.) 
• Responsible for written evaluations and scheduling of administrators and classified personnel under the department’s jurisdiction.
• Prepares and administers budgets for the campus physical plant and wastewater treatment plant operations, maintenance, repair and capital improvements, and reviews same with Associate Director prior to submission. 
• Prepares and reviews all necessary permit applications, reports, etc., relating to power plant and wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Responsible for the monitoring and testing of underground fuel storage tanks. 
• Coordinates with auxiliary services for Facilities usage during summer months and school year.
• Coordinates and monitors with the Environmental, Health & Safety Office of all Haz Mat situations, remedies and actions for the Academy.
• Assists the Associate Director in the short/long term plans related to the maintenance and improvement of the physical facilities of the college. 
• Monitors and executes all assigned work orders. 
• Ensures preventive maintenance program is being performed within Academy guidelines and up to date.
• Perform other duties as required. 15. Comply with all Academy policies and procedures

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• Possess a BA or BS Degree and two years of experience in facilities management or an AS Degree and five years in facilities management and the ability to fulfill the requirements of the position or ten years in facilities management.
• In-depth knowledge of the operations, maintenance, repair and improvements to a power plant, utility distribution systems, HVAC systems and equipment, wastewater treatment plant equipment, and energy conservation programs, methods and techniques.
• Knowledge and experience in formulating, applying for and securing of regulatory permits from federal, state, and local agencies.
• Professional experience in the management of a campus physical plant, wastewater treatment plant and its employees.
• Preferred possession a valid Second Class Stationary Engineer’s license as regulated under MGL Ch146; a valid Sewage Treatment Operator’s license and other related certifications necessary to properly supervise the operation of high-pressure boilers, high[1]temperature water generators air conditioning and ancillary/auxiliary equipment associated with the plant.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development and/or the modeling of inclusive behaviors.

Salary:     $80,000 to $90,000   The Academy offers generous benefits policies and a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is exempt under the FLSA.

A special mission college within the Massachusetts state university system

Position:                              Full-time Engineering Instructional Laboratory Specialist                   

Posting:                               March 2024           Start Date:   01 July 2024    

Position Number:                 FY24-34

Application Deadline:        20 April 2024; open until filled

Division:                             Academic Division; School of Engineering

Union affiliation:                Association of Professional Administrators (APA)

Supervision received:          School of Engineering Instructional Specialist Mentor or the Dean of Undergraduate Studies.

Supervision exercised: Subordinate professional, classified, and student personnel in areas of responsibility

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: 

The School of Engineering has many instructional laboratories, including Auxiliary Machinery, Refrigeration, Diesel Engines, Steam Boilers, Electrical Machinery, Electronics, Welding, and Machine shop, as well as numerous training aids and cutaway machinery used in support of our mission to train marine, facilities, and energy systems engineers. The Instructional Laboratory Specialist will be responsible for the upkeep of these engineering laboratories and equipment, preparing these labs for student use, and other miscellaneous faculty support. Typical duties include ordering parts and consumables, making minor repairs as necessary, maintaining cleanliness and good order in the labs, controlling inventory, fabricating training aids and other equipment, and supervising student assistants. On average, the Instructional Laboratory Specialist will be assigned 15 hours of assistance in the instruction of labs. The Instructional Laboratory Specialist will also participate in the annual two-month Sea Term aboard the Training Ship Kennedy, typically during January and February, where shipboard activities include coordination, supervision, and instruction of first-year students using hand tools to complete simple projects. The successful candidate must participate in a random drug testing program.

Qualifications and requirements: 

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline.
• Hold relevant USCG licenses or certifications; current Merchant Mariner Credential preferred (QMED or        USCG Engineering License)
• Eligible for Transportation Worker Identification Credential; current TWIC preferred.
• Applicants must have a range of practical skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• A team player willing to collaborate with faculty and other staff members.                                                                   

Preferred Qualifications:

• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development and/or the modeling of inclusive behaviors.  
• Three years of relative work experience.

Salary:     $60,000 to $62,000   The Academy offers generous benefits policies and a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is exempt under the FLSA.

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