Full
Time
JR100272
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 seat is responsible for helping implement the overall direction, coordination and evaluation as set by
the Vice President in consultation with the CMU Leadership Team. Primary areas of focus include:
- Leading a team of skilled
professionals in the facilities services team including skilled trades, custodial, grounds and operations
- Direct project
management and contributing to overall department leadership
- Providing thought leadership and direct support to enhance
and grow the Campus 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 as appropriate with members of the CMU Leadership
team to identify, scope and manage projects impacting their units and supervising employees as assigned.
As part of the expectations
of this position, the person will Initiate and develop relationships with key campus and community stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
These are the top priorities for this position. However, there are many more intricacies in each 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 to assist the Vice President in leading, managing and holding accountable the Facilities Services department for effectively
planning, operating and maintaining the physical assets of the University. This person will assist in utilizing and improving the project
intake form process for campus projects.
Each program that is overseen by this person is highly visible and will be evaluated
through consistent qualitative and quantitative measures. Engagement should be key.
Ensure that each department has the support and
resources it needs to meet the annual goals it sets for helping to attain the 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 success in building
positive relationships with employees, clients, students, staff, and faculty or similar.
- Understand and be able to coach
team members in a manner that is humble, direct, and provides feedback for growth.
- Willingness to learn on 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 learn relevant software packages.
- Excellent written communication skills and group presentation skills are necessary to support major capital project decision
making.
- Must be mobile to get around campus in a timely manner.
- Must be able to drive to other campuses
and property owned by CMU.
ESSENTIALS TO BE SUCCESSFUL
The position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited
institution of higher education and at least 10 years of relevant project management, construction and/or design experience. Position also
requires demonstrated, substantial experience managing complex teams and organizations with an entrepreneurial spirit and strategic
thinking. The Assistant Vice President for Capital Planning, Sustainability & Campus Operations must 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
- 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 to write reports 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 instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or 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 is frequently required 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 will encounter while 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 this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and 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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