DIR. OF CAMPUS OPERATIONS, FACILITIES & SECUR

American Baptist Theological Seminary; Brooklyn Heights (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

American Baptist College is seeking a Director of Campus Operations, Facilities & Security to lead planning, management, and continuous improvement of campus facilities, safety, security, and emergency preparedness.

The role reports to the VP for Administration and CFO and ensures a safe, welcoming campus environment supporting the College's mission and student success. Requires extensive leadership in facilities and security, with experience in budgets, contracts, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in facilities operations, campus operations, public safety, security management, or related areas
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, personnel, contracts, and operational projects
• Knowledge of campus safety practices, emergency management principles, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic higher education setting
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all campus operational functions, including facilities and building systems.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive deferred maintenance program for academic and instructional facilities to preserve academic and instructional facilities and ensure efficient facility operations.
• Monitor the condition of campus buildings, infrastructure, and grounds, recommending capital improvement projects and facility upgrades.
• Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and procurement processes related to operational services.
• Oversee facility usage, event support logistics, campus space management, and operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to facilities, environmental health, and occupational safety.
• Collaborate with institutional leadership on campus master planning, construction projects, renovations, and infrastructure development.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets; monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving.
• Direct the use and administration of facilities management software systems to manage work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, and asset inventories.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive campus security and safety programs.
• Supervise campus security personnel and contracted security providers.
• Establish and enforce policies related to campus access control, visitor management, key control, surveillance systems, and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate security coverage for campus events, special programs, and high-profile activities.
• Conduct regular safety and security assessments and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of security technologies, including cameras, alarm systems, emergency notification systems, and access control platforms.
• Investigate security incidents and coordinate reporting, documentation, and follow-up actions.
• Maintain productive relationships with local law enforcement, fire departments, emergency management agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Lead the College's emergency preparedness, crisis management, and business continuity planning efforts.
• Develop, update, and test emergency response plans through drills, exercises, and training programs.
• Coordinate emergency communications and incident management during campus events.
• Serve as a member of the College's Emergency Response Team and provide leadership during critical incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Budget management

Contract administration

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Security Management, or related field

Tools

Building Management Systems

Security Technologies

Job description

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DIR. OF CAMPUS OPERATIONS, FACILITIES & SECUR

Full Time American Baptist Theological Seminary, Nashville, TN, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1004

American Baptist College

Job Description

Director of Campus Operations, Facilities & Security

Position Summary

The Director of Campus Operations, Facilities & Security leads the planning, management,

and continuous improvement of campus facilities, operations, safety, security, emergency

preparedness, and environmental health functions. Reporting to the Vice President for

Administration and Chief Financial Officer, the Director is responsible for ensuring a safe,

secure, functional, and welcoming campus environment that supports the College's

educational mission, student success, and institutional effectiveness.

The Director oversees campus operations, facilities management, maintenance, custodial

services, groundskeeping, transportation, contracted services, access control systems,

campus security personnel, emergency response planning, and regulatory compliance.

The position serves as a key member of the Finance & Administration administrative

leadership team and collaborates closely with administrators, students, faculty, staff,

community partners, and public safety agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Campus Operations & Facilities Management

• Direct and oversee all campus operational functions, including facilities and building systems.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive deferred maintenance program for academic and instructional facilities to preserve academic and instructional facilities and ensure efficient facility operations.
• Monitor the condition of campus buildings, infrastructure, and grounds, recommending capital improvement projects and facility upgrades.
• Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and procurement processes related to operational services.
• Oversee facility usage, event support logistics, campus space management, and operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to facilities, environmental health, and occupational safety.
• Collaborate with institutional leadership on campus master planning, construction projects, renovations, and infrastructure development.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets; monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving.
• Direct the use and administration of facilities management software systems to manage work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, and asset inventories.

Campus Safety & Security

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive campus security and safety programs.
• Supervise campus security personnel and contracted security providers.
• Establish and enforce policies related to campus access control, visitor management, key control, surveillance systems, and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate security coverage for campus events, special programs, and high-profile activities.
• Conduct regular safety and security assessments and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of security technologies, including cameras, alarm systems, emergency notification systems, and access control platforms.
• Investigate security incidents and coordinate reporting, documentation, and follow-up actions.
• Maintain productive relationships with local law enforcement, fire departments, emergency management agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Lead the College's emergency preparedness, crisis management, and business continuity planning efforts.
• Develop, update, and test emergency response plans through drills, exercises, and training programs.
• Coordinate emergency communications and incident management during campus.
• Serve as a member of the College's Emergency Response Team and provide leadership during critical incidents.
• Identify and mitigate operational and security risks affecting campus stakeholders and assets.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, risk management, and reporting requirements.

Leadership & Administration

• Serve as institutional lead for federally funded facilities projects, including planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and sustainability of grant-funded infrastructure initiatives.
• Collaborate with academic leadership, faculty, staff, architects, contractors and other professionals to ensure facility projects support academic programs and learning outcomes.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate operational and security personnel.
• Promote a culture of customer service, accountability, responsiveness, and
• Develop policies, procedures, and performance standards for campus operations and security functions.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for executive leadership, board committees, and external agencies.
• Foster positive working relationships across campus and support a welcoming, inclusive community environment.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives and institutional accreditation efforts as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Security Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in facilities operations, campus operations, public safety, security management, or related areas.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, personnel, contracts, and operational projects.
• Knowledge of campus safety practices, emergency management principles, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic higher education
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, faith-based institutions, or nonprofit organizations.
• Experience administering federally funded facilities, capital improvement or grant-f funded infrastructure projects
• Professional certifications such as:
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
• Facilities Management Professional (FMP)
• Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP)
• OSHA Safety Certification
• Experience with campus security technologies, emergency notification systems, and building management systems.
• Training in Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management
• System (NIMS).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of facilities management, maintenance operations, and building systems.
• Knowledge of ADA accessibility standards and building code requirements
• Knowledge of campus security operations, emergency preparedness, and risk
• Ability to lead diverse teams and build collaborative relationships.
• Strong project management and budget administration abilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Commitment to customer service and the mission of American Baptist College.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to conduct inspections throughout campus facilities and grounds.
• Ability to respond to emergencies outside normal business hours.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions.

This position requires evening, weekend, and holiday work to support campus operations, emergencies, and special events. The Director serves as an essential employee and may be required to report during adverse weather conditions or emergency situations.

The Director of Campus Operations, Facilities & Security should demonstrate proficiency in the following core competencies:

Leadership & Strategic Management

• Provides visionary leadership that aligns operational and security functions with the College's mission and strategic priorities.
• Builds and leads high-performing teams through coaching, accountability, and
• Demonstrates sound judgment and effective decision-making in complex and highpressure situations.
• Develops and implements long-range operational and security plans.

Facilities & Operations Management

• Expertise in facilities management, maintenance planning, asset management, and campus infrastructure.
• Ability to oversee construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of budget development, financial stewardship, and resource allocation.
• Skilled in vendor management, contract administration, and procurement processes.

Security & Risk Management

• Knowledge of campus security operations, crime prevention strategies, and physical security systems.
• Ability to assess risks and implement proactive safety and security measures.
• Experience managing investigations, incident response, and threat assessment processes.
• Understanding of applicable laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to campus safety and security.

Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Leadership

• Ability to develop, implement, and lead emergency management, business continuity, and crisis response programs.
• Remains calm, decisive, and effective during emergencies and critical incidents.
• Skilled in coordinating with law enforcement, fire services, emergency management agencies, and community partners.
• Knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS) and emergency response protocols.

Communication & Relationship Building

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, trustees, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust-based
• Skilled in conflict resolution, negotiation, and consensus building.
• Commitment to providing responsive, high-quality service to the campus community.
• Demonstrates professionalism, accessibility, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive campus environment.
• Promotes a culture of accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.

Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge

• Knowledge of OSHA standards, environmental health and safety requirements, and facilities-related regulations.
• Understanding of Clery Act requirements, Title IX coordination as it relates to safety reporting, and higher education compliance expectations.
• Ability to develop policies and procedures that support institutional compliance and operational effectiveness.

Project & Organizational Management

• Strong project planning, implementation, and evaluation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and operational objectives.
• Skilled in data analysis, reporting, and performance measurement.
• Demonstrates attention to detail while maintaining a strategic perspective.
• Proficiency with building management systems, security technologies, access control systems, surveillance systems, and emergency notification platforms.
• Ability to leverage technology to improve operational efficiency and campus safety.
• Skilled in utilizing data and reporting tools to inform decision-making.

Mission & Cultural Competence

• Demonstrates a commitment to the mission, values, and heritage of American Baptist College.
• Respects and values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Ability to work effectively within a faith-based, student-centered educational
• Commitment to fostering a campus culture that reflects the College's historic emphasis on leadership, social justice, and community engagement.

Core Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Integrity and Ethical Leadership
• Crisis Leadership
• Emotional Intelligence
• Stewardship of Institutional Resources
• Relationship Management and Community Partnership Development

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