Inside Higher Ed
Associate Vice President, Operations/Maintenance and Energy
Inside Higher Ed, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Associate Vice President, Operations/Maintenance and Energy
Responsibilities and Qualifications for the role at Inside Higher Ed are described below.
Responsibilities
LEADERSHIP: Manages and directs the ongoing operations of specific departments in day-to-day operations to ensure the physical assets of the University are safe, properly maintained, preserved, and protected and that all systems and practices meet local, state and federal regulatory requirements. Identifies areas for improvement while developing and implementing systems that streamline operations and facilitate effective management of resources. Ensures schedules and task assignments are developed, communicated, and maintained, with adequate staffing plans and equipment that ensures success and compliance. Establishes and maintains working relationships throughout the campus to understand needs and concerns and to provide guidance and resources to support campus programs and operations, including a close working relationship with the AVP of Planning/Design and Construction Services. Contributes to the development and delivery of the university’s strategic plans, with an emphasis on the campus master plan.
PLANNING, DESIGN and CONSTRUCTION: Works in close partnership with the Planning, Design, and Construction Services unit to ensure the strategic alignment and efficient use of resources, with a focus on fostering seamless collaboration between construction services and operations/maintenance teams to support long-term facility performance and sustainability.
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE: Facilitates and leads the efficient operation of facilities maintenance and services, including ongoing maintenance and repairs, and preventative maintenance of buildings and spaces done timely and cost-effectively. This includes approval of preventative maintenance programs and execution of third-party contracts related to building/grounds services, and ensuring all practices and equipment comply with local, state and federal regulatory requirements.
TRANSPORTATION, FLEET and VEHICLE MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT: Ensures the institution’s transportation systems, fleet operations, and vehicle maintenance programs efficiently utilize resources and deliver reliable, cost-effective services, with emphasis on regulatory compliance, environmental standards, and safety protocols. Implements industry best practices in preventive maintenance, asset management, and operational planning to minimize downtime and support mobility and sustainability goals.
ENERGY and ENERGY PLANNING: Provides strategic and operational oversight of energy-related policies, practices, and procedures to foster a culture of conservation and sustainability. Ensures alignment with short-term initiatives and long-term objectives that support broader strategic goals of advancing energy efficiencies across resource domains—environmental, human, and financial. Promotes integrated energy planning that enhances operational efficiency, reduces environmental impact, and strengthens institutional resilience in a cost-effective manner.
ADMINISTRATION: Coordinates, facilitates, and participates in regularly scheduled meetings to communicate/update information and gather feedback. Acts as a key liaison for facilities-related questions and inquiries, including updates on work order administration and energy/utility trends.
HUMAN RESOURCES: Develops and monitors staffing needs, recommending the appropriate number and mix of positions, ensuring a qualified and diverse workforce, completing performance reviews on a timely basis, and addressing employee issues/concerns promptly.
BUDGET: Uses data and metrics to prepare, implement, and monitor the annual budget as well as plan for future budget needs for Facilities Management.
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position may be essential and required to come in when the university is closed due to weather or other emergencies.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of eight years of extensive management of complex facilities operations.
Change management experience, with the ability to work effectively and generate buy-in through collaboration and influence.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to present and communicate information to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to balance multiple commitments with challenging objectives.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and sound judgment with rapidly changing environments.
Demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically in addressing facilities concerns while ensuring confidence and trust from key stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience managing and supervising others with a proven record of ensuring advocacy and accountability of team members.
Comprehensive knowledge of trends related to higher education facilities management.
Demonstrated commitment to soliciting client feedback, assessing current state and project delivery.
Working knowledge of facilities management units including but not limited to planning, design, construction; maintenance and operations; utilities operations; high pressure steam plant and distribution; personnel management and training; and financial/budget management.
Demonstrated effective administrative and supervisory skills and experience.
Demonstrated effective communication skills (oral and written).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical) or construction management
10+ years of experience in a discipline of facilities management, preferably in a higher education setting with union and non-union staff.
Experience managing outside vendors for contract services such as housekeeping and basic/fleet maintenance.
Experience with managing transportation systems.
Demonstrated successful experience with team building and high-functioning teams and working within a state university system.
Demonstrated experience managing and prioritizing maintenance projects, process improvement, cost control, risk reduction and insurance engineering, energy conservation and planning, sustainable buildings and practices, change management, and cultural transformation.
Demonstrated successful experience leading the development of people through a supportive and inclusive culture, performance metrics, and professional development programming.
Demonstrated experience with master planning processes, building design, and renovation projects; and supervising the creation of flexible, multifunctional indoor and outdoor space.
Demonstrated experience with federal, state, and local codes and ordinances pertinent to building operations and maintenance.
Organization Operations
Primary Location Main Campus
Job Posting Sep 8, 2025
Note: This job posting has been refined from the original description to remove unrelated content and focus on the role’s responsibilities and qualifications.
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Responsibilities
LEADERSHIP: Manages and directs the ongoing operations of specific departments in day-to-day operations to ensure the physical assets of the University are safe, properly maintained, preserved, and protected and that all systems and practices meet local, state and federal regulatory requirements. Identifies areas for improvement while developing and implementing systems that streamline operations and facilitate effective management of resources. Ensures schedules and task assignments are developed, communicated, and maintained, with adequate staffing plans and equipment that ensures success and compliance. Establishes and maintains working relationships throughout the campus to understand needs and concerns and to provide guidance and resources to support campus programs and operations, including a close working relationship with the AVP of Planning/Design and Construction Services. Contributes to the development and delivery of the university’s strategic plans, with an emphasis on the campus master plan.
PLANNING, DESIGN and CONSTRUCTION: Works in close partnership with the Planning, Design, and Construction Services unit to ensure the strategic alignment and efficient use of resources, with a focus on fostering seamless collaboration between construction services and operations/maintenance teams to support long-term facility performance and sustainability.
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE: Facilitates and leads the efficient operation of facilities maintenance and services, including ongoing maintenance and repairs, and preventative maintenance of buildings and spaces done timely and cost-effectively. This includes approval of preventative maintenance programs and execution of third-party contracts related to building/grounds services, and ensuring all practices and equipment comply with local, state and federal regulatory requirements.
TRANSPORTATION, FLEET and VEHICLE MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT: Ensures the institution’s transportation systems, fleet operations, and vehicle maintenance programs efficiently utilize resources and deliver reliable, cost-effective services, with emphasis on regulatory compliance, environmental standards, and safety protocols. Implements industry best practices in preventive maintenance, asset management, and operational planning to minimize downtime and support mobility and sustainability goals.
ENERGY and ENERGY PLANNING: Provides strategic and operational oversight of energy-related policies, practices, and procedures to foster a culture of conservation and sustainability. Ensures alignment with short-term initiatives and long-term objectives that support broader strategic goals of advancing energy efficiencies across resource domains—environmental, human, and financial. Promotes integrated energy planning that enhances operational efficiency, reduces environmental impact, and strengthens institutional resilience in a cost-effective manner.
ADMINISTRATION: Coordinates, facilitates, and participates in regularly scheduled meetings to communicate/update information and gather feedback. Acts as a key liaison for facilities-related questions and inquiries, including updates on work order administration and energy/utility trends.
HUMAN RESOURCES: Develops and monitors staffing needs, recommending the appropriate number and mix of positions, ensuring a qualified and diverse workforce, completing performance reviews on a timely basis, and addressing employee issues/concerns promptly.
BUDGET: Uses data and metrics to prepare, implement, and monitor the annual budget as well as plan for future budget needs for Facilities Management.
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position may be essential and required to come in when the university is closed due to weather or other emergencies.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of eight years of extensive management of complex facilities operations.
Change management experience, with the ability to work effectively and generate buy-in through collaboration and influence.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to present and communicate information to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to balance multiple commitments with challenging objectives.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and sound judgment with rapidly changing environments.
Demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically in addressing facilities concerns while ensuring confidence and trust from key stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience managing and supervising others with a proven record of ensuring advocacy and accountability of team members.
Comprehensive knowledge of trends related to higher education facilities management.
Demonstrated commitment to soliciting client feedback, assessing current state and project delivery.
Working knowledge of facilities management units including but not limited to planning, design, construction; maintenance and operations; utilities operations; high pressure steam plant and distribution; personnel management and training; and financial/budget management.
Demonstrated effective administrative and supervisory skills and experience.
Demonstrated effective communication skills (oral and written).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical) or construction management
10+ years of experience in a discipline of facilities management, preferably in a higher education setting with union and non-union staff.
Experience managing outside vendors for contract services such as housekeeping and basic/fleet maintenance.
Experience with managing transportation systems.
Demonstrated successful experience with team building and high-functioning teams and working within a state university system.
Demonstrated experience managing and prioritizing maintenance projects, process improvement, cost control, risk reduction and insurance engineering, energy conservation and planning, sustainable buildings and practices, change management, and cultural transformation.
Demonstrated successful experience leading the development of people through a supportive and inclusive culture, performance metrics, and professional development programming.
Demonstrated experience with master planning processes, building design, and renovation projects; and supervising the creation of flexible, multifunctional indoor and outdoor space.
Demonstrated experience with federal, state, and local codes and ordinances pertinent to building operations and maintenance.
Organization Operations
Primary Location Main Campus
Job Posting Sep 8, 2025
Note: This job posting has been refined from the original description to remove unrelated content and focus on the role’s responsibilities and qualifications.
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