Director of Building Services and Operations

**Preferred Qualifications****Education:** **Experience:** * Project management experience strongly preferred.* Annual planning, budget development and budget management experience strongly preferred.A minimum of five years of relevant experience serving in a leadership role in a facilities operations function including physical plant, security/safety, and grounds maintenance strongly preferred.A minimum of two years of supervisory experience strongly preferred.**Technical Skills or Knowledge:** Proficiency with basic computer software and comfortable with learning new programs specific to facility’s needs.**Preferred Competencies**Exceptional communication skills with a strong client-focused approach. Strong organization and project management skills. Resourceful problem solver with analytic, diagnostic, and facilitation skills. Knowledge of best practices for building systems and maintenance techniques. Given the nature of the role, heavy objects may need to be lifted in excess of 25lbs.When applying, the document(s) **MUST** be uploaded via the **My Experience** page, in the section titled **Application Documents** of the application.The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world.We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.To learn more about the university click here #J-18808-Ljbffr