Facilities Operations Manager, Research
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Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Facilities Management, Engineering, or STEM-related discipline.
- Five (5) years of related work experience, including previous supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Plans, develops, implements, and oversees facilities and services.
- Serves as the primary liaison for all facilities-related needs and issues.
- Leads procurement strategy for operational and project-related purchases.
- Oversees financial governance for building operations.
- Directs preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
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Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high‑impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university’s vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!
Job ID: 293004
Location: Marietta, Georgia (Kennesaw campus: 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144; Marietta campus: 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060)
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and overseeing facilities and services in the assigned buildings, office, college, division, and departments. Services include the oversight of projects, operations, and maintenance. Serves as a resource for faculty, staff, and students to support research, class, and lab needs. Also, ensures the physical resources needed are available to support the university’s strategic plans when it comes to teaching, research, and service. Acts as the liaison with other university units to ensure progress towards campus planning goals.
- Serves as the primary liaison for all facilities related needs, issues and/or concerns in iSTEM Building
- Leads procurement strategy for operational and project‑related purchases, conducting market analysis and approving submissions to guarantee cost efficiency and alignment with institutional standards
- Oversees financial governance for building operations, ensuring compliance with college and university policies while optimizing resource utilization and transaction accuracy
- Directs and executes preventive and corrective maintenance programs, safeguarding the integrity and functionality of critical infrastructure and research equipment
- Provides management with periodic review of financial status and progress in assigned projects and activities
- Responsible for developing and administering policies and procedures, budgetary decision‑making, extensive scope and impact of decisions on assigned projects
- Provides oversight to ensure the safe operation of all labs and equipment
- Ensures the highest standards of laboratory safety and compliance, implementing rigorous oversight of equipment operation and hazard mitigation protocols
- Leads and manages assigned staff, driving performance through effective workload distribution, coaching, and adherence to time and attendance standards
- Provides consultative support to faculty and administration, offering operational expertise to advance innovative projects and research initiatives
- Provides project management for special projects
- Evaluates and recommends advanced technologies and equipment upgrades, ensuring continuous improvement of research capabilities and operational efficiency
- Works with faculty, staff, and administration to continually improve lab spaces to meet changing curriculum and hands‑on project requirements
- Collaborates with senior leadership to shape long‑term operational strategies, contributing to the vision and utilization of the iSTEM facility
- Ensures contractors are performing tasks safely and as outlined in the contract
- Ensures the proper maintenance and operation of all equipment in coordination with staff
- Collaborates with other units, when necessary, for approved projects and tasks
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Facilities Management, Civil, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or Engineering Technology, Project Management, or STEM‑related discipline.
Five (5) years of related work experience, including previous supervisory experience.
- Position may require some specialized skill set, training, licensure, or certification
- Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
The budgeted salary range is $63,840 to $70,000. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more.
- Able to serve as the Office of Research representative on the University Safety Committee
- Able to read, understand, and prepare construction drawings and specifications
- Able to perform or supervise maintenance and repairs on highly technical equipment
- Able to maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times
- Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
- Knowledge of modern fabrication methods for CNC equipment, woodworking joinery and fabrication techniques, model building, laser cutting operations, and 3D printing technologies
- Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem‑solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
- Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (e.g., Microsoft Office suite)
- Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
- Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
- This is a supervisory position.
- This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
- This position will not be required to drive.
- This role is not considered a position of trust.
- This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
- This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
- Standard Enhanced
- Education
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job‑based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre‑employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=43000&JobOpeningId=293004&PostingSeq=1
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