Director Of Facilities Operations

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS)�is now accepting applications for an exciting�Director of Facilities Operations position within the Real Estate and Construction Services Division, Facilities Management Unit (DAS FM).\r\n\r\n\r\nContinue To Enjoy\r\n\r\n\r\n Our�new State Employee Benefits Overview page!\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities.\r\n A healthy work/life balance to all employees.\r\n\r\nPosition Highlights\r\n\r\n\r\n Full-time, 40 hours/week\r\n Monday-Friday\r\n First shift\r\n Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT\r\n \r\n Hybrid role with the opportunity to telework�\r\n \r\n \r\n The Role\r\n \r\n The Director of Facilities Operations will be responsible for directing staff and operations in the management and care of the DAS portfolio of state property. The DAS building portfolio consists of five million square feet of state-owned space and includes active office buildings, occupied campus facilities, laboratories, parking lots, and surplus property.\r\n \r\n \r\n Our ideal candidate will be a team player with experience dealing with property management, real estate, public contracting, and construction. They will possess excellent communication skills and experience with the state’s portfolio of properties.\r\n \r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.� You must specify your qualifications on your application.�\r\n\r\n\r\nFOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\n\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.��\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. �\r\n Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.�\r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. �Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.�\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.�\r\n\r\n\r\n Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”\r\n Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).���\r\n Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Sharon McIntosh, at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov.\r\n\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for directing staff in the management, operation and/or maintenance programs of state buildings and grounds or directing facilities management staff in the oversight of property portfolios including contractors and vendors performing property management services.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n Directs staff and operations in the areas of building services and contract compliance;�\r\n Coordinates, plans and manages section activities;\r\n Formulates goals and objectives;�\r\n Develops or assists in development of related policy;\r\n Interprets and administers pertinent laws;�\r\n Evaluates staff;�\r\n Assists in preparation of section budget;�\r\n Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of section who might impact on program activities;\r\n Prepares reports, correspondence and procedural manuals;�\r\n Administers a quality control and compliance program;�\r\n Prepares and reviews plans and specifications for building renovations and/or alterations;\r\n Selects and supervises service contractors;�\r\n Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;\r\n May direct staff and operations of trade shops and grounds sections;�\r\n May develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program;�\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n\r\n Considerable knowledge of\r\n \r\n and ability to apply management principles and practices;�\r\n relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;\r\n relevant agency policies and procedures;��\r\n state of the art security systems, building operations and maintenance procedures and techniques;�\r\n trades including building, custodial and grounds;�\r\n energy conservation methods and techniques;\r\n budget preparation and control;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Knowledge of\r\n \r\n contract preparation and administration;\r\n tenant agency requirements;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Considerable\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;�\r\n oral and written communication skills;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Skill in prevention of deterioration, obsolescence and destruction of buildings and operating equipment;\r\n Considerable ability to prepare plans, specifications and cost estimates for equipment, services and repairs.\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Eight (8) years of professional experience in the repair and maintenance of large buildings, leasing, acquisition or management of property or building contract administration.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.\r\nNOTE: For state employees supervisory capacity is interpreted at the level of a Maintenance Supervisor 2.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

\r\n\r\n College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.\r\n A Master's degree in architecture, business or construction management, engineering or public administration may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.\r\n For state employees two (2) years of experience as a Property Management Liaison may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\n Experience in managing state-owned facilities, including office buildings, laboratory space, and surplus property\r\n Experience with the utilization of a state contract for solicitation\r\n Experience in developing and managing building operational budgets\r\n Experience in implementing and managing facility management software\r\n Experience responding to building related emergencies\r\n Experience communicating with internal and external stakeholders\r\n\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n