Trades Director, Facilities Management [R0153975]

University of Nevada-Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 117,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition discounts

No state income tax

Spouse/partner tuition discounts

Job summary

The Director of Facilities Maintenance at The University Of Nevada, Las Vegas leads facilities maintenance and construction across the Maryland and Shadow Lane Campuses, directing ~100 staff, a $15 million operating budget, and projects up to $10 million to keep assets safe, compliant, and reliable.

Responsibilities include strategic prioritization, capital planning, staffing analysis, and collaboration with university leadership, regulators, and contractors to align daily operations with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Architectural/ Engineering disciplines, Construction or Project Management, or related field.
• 2–4 years of management or supervisory experience; 3–5 years in the job area.
• Credentials must be obtained prior to employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for facilities maintenance and construction management.
• Oversee ~100 employees, $15M operating budget, and project budgets up to $10M.
• Ensure facilities, systems, and assets are safe, compliant, and well-maintained.
• Collaborate with leadership, regulators, architects, engineers, and contractors on asset management.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Budget oversight

Operational leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management / Architecture / Engineering / Construction or related field

Job description

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Job Description

The University Of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Trades Director, Facilities Management [R0153975]

ROLE of the POSITION

The Director of Facilities Maintenance provides strategic and operational leadership for facilities maintenance and construction management across the Maryland and Shadow Lane Campuses. The Director ensures facilities, building systems, infrastructure, equipment, and assets are safe, reliable, compliant, functional, and maintained to institutional standards.

The position oversees approximately 100 employees, a $15 million operating budget, and project budgets up to $10 million, with direct oversight of key engineering, maintenance, project management, and support personnel. Their oversight encompasses HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, building automation, fire and life safety, access control, elevators, contracted services, and related facility operations.

The Director establishes priorities, develops maintenance and capital strategies, evaluates staffing needs and resources, and oversees deferred maintenance, renovations, infrastructure, and capital projects. The role requires collaboration with university leadership, campus stakeholders, regulatory agencies, architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants while integrating daily operations with long-term asset management, sustainability, energy efficiency, risk management, and institutional priorities.

Rebel Title (HR Classification)

Facilities Manager M3

BACKGROUND SCREENING

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check.

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Architectural/ Engineering disciplines, Construction or Project Management, or a related field. from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 2-4 years of management or supervisory experience; 3-5 years of experience in the job area. years of experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain work authorization throughout employment.

ACCEPTED EQUIVALENCIES FOR DEGREE REQUIREMENT

UNLV may consider additional relevant experience in place of formal education requirements:

• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, applicants may qualify with four additional years of relevant experience, or with an associate's degree plus two additional years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification in facilities management or related fields, issued by industry trade organizations are preferred (e.g., APPA, ASHE, IFMA, AFE, AEE, BOMA, PHCC, etc.). These may include the following examples: CFM, CHFM, CMMP, CEFP, LEED, etc.

COMMITMENT TO OUR CAMPUS VALUES

Successful candidates will advance UNLV's mission by cultivating an environment of mutual respect and belonging. They will model our Campus Values in their decision-making and inspire excellence across our community.

SALARY

Salary range is $116,700 - 133,300, or commensurate with the labor market.

Benefits Of Working At Unlv

• Competitive total rewards package including:
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants - [e-mail] or visit our Veterans Webpage

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C.

• 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 159, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Administrative Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Letter of Interest (Cover Letter), Resume, and Three professional references

Posting Close Date

03/31/2027

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.