Assistant Director, Engineering – Operations

University of Arkansas System

Assistant Director of Engineering & Operations at UAMS driving teamwork and diversity in health care. Overseeing facilities management with emphasis on HVAC/Controls or Plumbing.

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

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourage and supports teamwork and diversity.
We are champions of being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
All UAMS employees will treat others with Dignity and Respect.
We communicate and share complete and unbiased information, assuring our colleagues receive timely, complete, and accurate information in order make informed decisions.
We participate in institutional initiatives and encourage the participation of others.
We collaborate in policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation using best practices in delivering quality service.
All duties will be performed in accordance with the UAMS Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care set forth by UAMS.
These core concepts allow for an approach to health care that shapes policies, programs, facility design and staff day-to-day interactions. It leads to better health outcomes and wiser allocation of resources, and greater patient and family satisfaction.

Requirements

What you’ll need

HS diploma/GED
Baccalaureate Degree with a Major in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar (Experience in lieu of education may be accepted.)
5 years of facilities management experience, with an emphasis on HVAC/Controls or Plumbing.
Valid driver’s license
Computer program proficiency level: Intermediate
Preferred Qualifications: 5 years of facilities management in a healthcare setting
CHFM

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

HVACControlsPlumbingFacilities managementIntermediate computer program proficiency

Soft Skills

TeamworkCollaborationCommunicationRespectParticipation

Certifications

CHFM