ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Compensation:

$155,000 - $160,000

Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

SECTION II – THE SEAT

At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right seats” in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats.

The leader in this seat will provide principal support to the Vice President for Capital Planning, Sustainability & Campus Operations. This person works collaboratively with the Vice President and the entire Facilities Services Department to effectively establish and meet the role, mission, and goals of the University. Primary areas of focus for the position include: campus facilities & operations, campus capital planning, design & construction, sustainability, managing the maintenance and operations of campus spaces and overall team leadership and development. The CMU Facilities Services Department consists of campus facility planning, space utilization, design and construction management, custodial services, facility and grounds operations, campus maintenance, waste management including recycling and sustainability, utilities and energy services, central receiving, transportation, and environmental waste.

OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS

The leader in this seatis responsibleforhelpingimplementthe overall direction,coordinationand evaluationas set bythe Vice Presidentin consultation with the CMU Leadership Team. Primary areas of focus include:

Leadinga team of skilledprofessionals inthe facilities services team including skilled trades, custodial,grounds and operations

Direct project management andcontributing to overall departmentleadership

Providing thought leadership and direct support to enhance and grow theCampus Thermal Energy Network

Project development and execution surrounding campus sustainability and efficiency measures

These responsibilities include development of effective policies and measurements to ensure continuous program review and evaluation, and budgetary oversight of the various functional units, working asappropriate withmembers of the CMU Leadership team toidentify, scope and manage projectsimpactingtheir unitsand supervising employees as assigned.

As part of the expectations of this position, the person will Initiate and develop relationships withkeycampus andcommunity stakeholders on an ongoing basis.

These are the top priorities for this position. However, there are many more intricaciesineach department that this seat oversees. Other duties and functions as assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY TO RESULTS

The person in this seat will be evaluated on skills and abilities toassistthe Vice President in leading,managing and holdingaccountable theFacilities Servicesdepartment foreffectively planning,operatingand maintainingthe physical assets of the University. This person willassistinutilizingand improving the project intake form processfor campus projects.

Each program that is overseen by this person is highly visible and will be evaluated throughconsistentqualitative and quantitative measures. Engagement should be key.

Ensure that each department has the support and resources it needs to meet the annual goals it setsfor helping to attainthe ultimate goals listed in the Strategic Plan.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.

CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS

Has proven successinbuilding positive relationships withemployees,clients,students, staff, and faculty or similar.

Understand and be able tocoach team membersin a manner that ishumble, direct, and provides feedback for growth.

Willingness to learnon the job and with humble confidence.

Must be able to collect and analyze data to use for presenting recommendations.

Ability to use technology necessary for this position – word, excel,CADD,and learnrelevantsoftware packages.

Excellent written communication skillsandgroup presentation skillsare necessarytosupport major capital projectdecision making.

Must be mobile to get around campusin a timely manner.

Must be able to drive to other campuses and property owned by CMU.

ESSENTIALS TO BE SUCCESSFUL

The position requires abachelor’sdegree from an accredited institution of higher educationand at least10 yearsof relevant project management,constructionand/or design experience. Position also requiresdemonstrated, substantial experience managing complexteams andorganizationswith an entrepreneurial spirit and strategic thinking. TheAssistantVice President forCapital Planning, Sustainability & Campus Operationsmust be committed to serving Colorado Mesa University students by embracing the core values of love, dignity, courage, humility, resiliency, curiosity, and power.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Senior team leadership experience

Principal Engineer (P.E.) Registration

Graduate Degree

Experience navigating governmental review & approval processes

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

The language skills include:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general written materials, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.

Ability towritereports and prepare and conduct verbal and visual presentation of materials.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from top management, public groups, and board of directors.

REASONING ABILITY

Strategic and analytical reasoning skills are necessary.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructionsfurnishedin written, oral,diagramor schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the individual isfrequentlyrequired to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear.The individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the individual in this position willencounterwhile performing the essential functions of this position.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual typically performs the duties of the job in an open office setting.The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud at times, with several disruptions throughout the day.

DISCLAIMER

This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of thisseat, and not an exhaustive list of allresponsibilitiesand areas of accountability. 

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

Cover letter
Resume
Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.

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