Assistant Director, Science Facilities

Dartmouth College

Hanover (NH)

On-site

USD 88,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks an experienced professional to lead Science Facilities Operations, overseeing maintenance, compliance, and capital planning for the Life Sciences Building and related labs. You will coordinate with academic units and FO&M to align facility services with research and teaching needs.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a relevant field and 6+ years of science facility management experience, with strong leadership, budgeting, and regulatory know-how to ensure safe, compliant,

Qualifications

Bachelors plus 6+ years in science or medical facilities management.
Experience budgeting, forecasting and estimating.
Experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry operations.
Strong supervisory and interpersonal skills; able to lead diverse teams.

Responsibilities

Serve as liaison between academic departments and Facilities Operations and Management (FO&M).
Ensure facilities priorities are understood, prioritized and planned with stakeholders.
Develop and maintain planned maintenance programs for science facilities; manage compliance and safety standards.
Lead and supervise FO&M staff dedicated to science facilities; coordinate with custodial, grounds and subcontractors.
Support decarbonization and major renovation initiatives in campus science buildings.

Skills

Engineering background

Facilities management

Forecasting

Operations management

Communication

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management or related field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Position Information

Posting date 05/12/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number

Position Number 1129235

Position Title

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $88,000

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $110,000

Union Type

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position?

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months.

If yes, length of term in months. n/a

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose

This position has primary responsibility for managing all science facilities related to Dartmouth’s undergraduate education and research programs. The Assistant Director is the liaison for all the Science Departments to ensure that facilities-related needs are understood, prioritized and planned accordingly. This individual oversees all science facilities operations, maintains the preventative maintenance program, identifies capital renewal needs, and works in concert with the academic and research staff to manage programmatic expectations. The Sciences Facilities Assistant Director also ensures science facilities meet the compliance, sustainability, and program standards that support the academic and research mission of the College.

Description

This role oversees 5 direct reports and 9 buildings on campus. Including the Life Sciences Building.Which has one of the best places on campus, The Greenhouse. Open to everyone and year round you can enjoy this 6,000 square-foot greenhouses many plant varieties while getting a great view of campus. Learn more about this great building this role supports here!

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management or a related field
Minimum six-plus years of hands-on experience in science or medical facilities management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Solid background in business management including forecasting and estimating
Experience in key operating areas including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
Ability to manage all facilities areas, working with state and federal laws and regulations, and facilities compliance requirements
Excellent supervisory and interpersonal communications skills
Ability to relate well to diverse groups of constituents and to build strong relationships within and among those groups
Demonstrates Initiative, sound judgment and ability to set priorities and to work independently and as part of a high-performing team
Flexible and diplomatic management style that empowers staff, sets high expectations, and holds department colleagues accountable
Strong service orientation and a demonstrated desire to continually improve the services and operations of an organization.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced training/degree in business or planning preferred, e.g., Master's degree
10-plus years of experience in science or medical facilities management
Experience in a college university or health care facility environment
Facility Management Professional ( FMP ) or Certified Facility Manager ( CFM ) Certification

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries 4279431144272184695_1752649751_1331_2_emailaddress@zed.zed

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3323

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Rupert Burtan, Director of Facilities, A&S

Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-3323

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Preferred, but not required

Special Instructions to Applicants

Coordinates with academic and administrative departments to ensure the science facilities meet their programmatic needs and acts as the primary liaison between building occupants and Facilities Operations and Management (FO&M), Project Management Services, and Utilities and Engineering in Campus Services.
Communicate consistently with the Science Facility stakeholders to ensure all parties understand priorities and timelines for operational support, projects, and all other facilities related initiatives
Actively engages in the design and implementation of any new initiatives or major renovations needed for the academic and the research community, including the College's decarbonization project.
Develops and maintains the planned maintenance program for all infrastructure that supports the science buildings using the integrated work management system, Planon.
Oversees the daily service maintenance program to address all corrective needed to maintain the facilities and directive work requested by building users.
Directs FO&M staff dedicated to the Science Facilities to execute all maintenance and operations.
Collaborates closely with FO&M maintenance, custodial, and grounds services to provide supplemental support for building operations beyond the capacity of the site-based staff. This includes subcontractors as needed.
Responsible for all personnel management for dedicated sciences facilities staff including labor relations, individual and group behavior, team building practices, and performance.

Percentage Of Time 50

Description

Service and Compliance

Works with the Facilities Customer Service Center to track and report on all daily service, planned maintenance, and directive work orders. Provides monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting on building operations to FO&M leadership, Science Facilities, and other stakeholders.
Works with FO&M leaders to set and maintain service standards across all areas of responsibility. Directs a quality control process designed to support accountability and the achievement of service standards.
Ensures compliance with applicable federal, OSHA , state, and municipal regulations as they relate to facility operations under the Director’s responsibility.
Assists with the development and enforcement of building and lab safety regulations in conjunction with the Environmental Health and Safety ( EHS ) Office.
Collaborates with Animal Research Center employees to ensure appropriate security, compliance and facilities support for animals housed in science facilities.
Supports research personnel in their efforts to be compliant with federal, state and municipal regulations that pertain to lab sciences. Coordinates regularly with the Geisel School of Medicine and Thayer School of Engineering to develop consistent standards and practices across all the institution’s sciences facilities.
Works with Campus Services Financial Officer to ensure appropriate fiscal management, procurement, and resource administration within the sciences facilities.

Percentage Of Time 40

Description

Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect).
Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB -related initiatives within the division and College.

Percentage Of Time 10

-- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

-- Performs other duties as assigned.

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If you would like... ...
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* Which of the following best describes your experience managing specialized science facilities such as medical labs, clean rooms, or other research environments?
- I have no experience working with medical labs, clean rooms, and research-specific facility operations.
- I have managed general facilities but have limited or no direct experience with medical labs, clean rooms, or specialized scientific research environments.
- I have moderate experience working with scientific research facilities like medical labs or clean rooms, primarily assisting with compliance and maintenance but not leading operations.
- I have extensive hands-on experience managing medical labs and clean rooms, including ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, maintaining critical infrastructure, and collaborating closely with scientific staff to support their research
* Please describe your experience managing a team of staff members, ...
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