Assistant Director of Facilities Management

Kentucky State University

Assistant Director of Facilities Management at Kentucky State University overseeing facilities maintenance operations and providing operational oversight. Ensuring compliance and safety within campus facilities management.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeFrankfort • Kentucky • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Under the general direction of the Director of Facilities Management, the Assistant Director of Facilities Management assists in the leadership, administration, and daily operation of the University's facilities maintenance program.
Provides operational oversight of building maintenance, preventive maintenance, utilities, fleet operations, contracted services, facility inspections, and maintenance personnel while assisting with budget administration, project planning, regulatory compliance, and strategic facilities initiatives.
Exercises independent judgment in coordinating maintenance operations, establishing work priorities, allocating resources, and resolving operational issues to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable campus facilities.
Maintains a regular, reliable, and consistent on-campus presence to effectively perform the essential functions of the position.
Assesses the condition of campus facilities and infrastructure and recommends maintenance, repair, renovation, replacement, and capital improvement priorities.
Ensures maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, University policies, and industry standards.
Coordinates and monitors contracted maintenance services to ensure work is completed according to contract specifications and University expectations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Facilities Management, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field is preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance, facilities operations, construction management, or a closely related field.
Previous supervisory or lead experience is preferred.
Experience managing maintenance operations, facilities projects, budgets, or contracted services is preferred.
Valid driver's license.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Must maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with University requirements
Additional facilities-related certifications are preferred but not required

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Hard Skills & Tools

Facilities MaintenanceConstruction ManagementPreventive MaintenanceFleet OperationsContract ManagementFacility InspectionsResource AllocationOperational OversightMaintenance OperationsCapital Improvement Planning

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentProblem SolvingLeadershipCommunicationTeam Coordination

Certifications

Valid Driver's License