Assistant Director – Facilities

University of Arkansas System

Assistant Director managing facilities operations, including strategic planning and collaboration at UAMS. Leading maintenance projects and ensuring compliance in healthcare environment with a motivating team.

Posted 6/21/2026full-timeLittle Rock • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Executive Director with all duties in the operation of the department.
Responsible for all facilities maintenance including HVAC/R, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC Controls, Fire Alarm Systems, Preventative Maintenance, General Maintenance, Plant Operations, Grounds, Signage, Key Access, Call Center and Minor Renovation and Construction Projects.
Lead the Landscape & Grounds, In-House Construction, and General Maintenance sections of the Engineering and Operations (E&O) department. This team includes 2 direct reports and 36 indirect reports.
Lead department efforts from strategic planning to daily operations including the development, implementation and monitoring of key performance indicators.
Manage performance of outside contractors to ensure work is completed correctly and within the budget provided and timeline.
Devise and implement strategies and procedures to enhance employees' productivity, safety and morale.
Work in close collaboration with other E&O departments and with other UAMS entities to understand customer needs and lead development of cost-effective and regulatory compliant solutions.
Professionally communicate with internal and external entities with all levels of the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

HS diploma/GED
Baccalaureate Degree with a Major in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management/Engineering or Similar. (Experience in lieu of education may be accepted.)
5 years of facilities management/maintenance experience.
Professional License/Certificate
Valid driver’s license
Computer program proficiency level: Intermediate
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree: Engineering or Construction or Business Administration or Healthcare Administration or similar
7 or more years of facilities management/maintenance experience with 4 or more years being in a healthcare setting.
CHFM or CHC
Computer program proficiency level: Advanced

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Hard Skills & Tools

HVACElectricalPlumbingHVAC ControlsFire Alarm SystemsPreventative MaintenanceGeneral MaintenanceFacilities ManagementConstruction ManagementKey Performance Indicators

Soft Skills

LeadershipStrategic PlanningCollaborationCommunicationProblem SolvingEmployee ProductivitySafety ManagementMorale EnhancementBudget ManagementContractor Management

Certifications

Professional LicenseCHFMCHC