Middle Georgia State University
Assistant Vice President for Facilities
Middle Georgia State University, Macon, Georgia, us, 31297
Job Title: Assistant Vice President for Facilities
Location: MGA - Macon
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.
Job Summary
The Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Facilities is the senior leader responsible for directing all aspects of the University's facilities planning, design, construction, operations, and maintenance. This role ensures that campus facilities and infrastructure effectively support the University's mission by providing safe, efficient, and sustainable environments for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The AVP oversees a broad portfolio including master planning, capital projects, facilities operations, utilities, custodial services, and grounds. This position plays a key role in long-term strategic planning and serves as the principal liaison to the Board of Regents and various local, state, and federal agencies on all facilities-related matters. Responsibilities
Provide visionary leadership and management to a comprehensive facilities organization, including planning, design, construction, operations, maintenance, custodial services, grounds, and utilities. Direct facilities master planning, campus space utilization, and capital improvement strategies aligned with institutional goals. Ensure the delivery of high-quality services, including preventative maintenance, repairs, renovations, emergency response, and campus readiness. Lead and support a high-performing, multidisciplinary team; promote staff development, engagement, and succession planning. Drive operational improvements through process optimization and resource planning. Policy & Capital Program Management
Develop and implement policies and procedures for facilities operations, capital planning, and utilities systems management. Oversee the development, approval, and execution of capital improvement and major renovation projects. Direct contract negotiation, procurement, and administration for capital and public works projects. Represent the University in matters related to property management, land acquisition, and Board of Regents coordination. Institutional Representation & Collaboration
Serve as the University's primary liaison to the University System of Georgia Board of Regents, state and local officials, and external agencies regarding facilities planning and capital development. Coordinate due diligence documentation and project approvals with BOR staff and regulatory entities. Collaborate across campus with academic, administrative, and auxiliary departments to ensure facilities meet current and future needs. Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a master's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Required Experience Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the various objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require ten years' minimum of related experience. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of facilities operations, maintenance and management principles and practices. Knowledge of budget development and management principles. Knowledge of current trends and best practices in higher education and their impact on facilities management. Knowledge of facilities planning, design, and construction. Knowledge of utilities operation and management. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority. Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs. Skill in decision-making and problem solving. Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public. Skill in oral and written communication. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Institutional Values
Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning Equal Employment Opportunity
Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws. Other Information
This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt (salaried) staff position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Health insurance Dental Vision Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Life Insurance Sick Leave Vacation Leave Parental Leave Retirement Employee discounts Tuition reimbursement Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
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The Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Facilities is the senior leader responsible for directing all aspects of the University's facilities planning, design, construction, operations, and maintenance. This role ensures that campus facilities and infrastructure effectively support the University's mission by providing safe, efficient, and sustainable environments for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The AVP oversees a broad portfolio including master planning, capital projects, facilities operations, utilities, custodial services, and grounds. This position plays a key role in long-term strategic planning and serves as the principal liaison to the Board of Regents and various local, state, and federal agencies on all facilities-related matters. Responsibilities
Provide visionary leadership and management to a comprehensive facilities organization, including planning, design, construction, operations, maintenance, custodial services, grounds, and utilities. Direct facilities master planning, campus space utilization, and capital improvement strategies aligned with institutional goals. Ensure the delivery of high-quality services, including preventative maintenance, repairs, renovations, emergency response, and campus readiness. Lead and support a high-performing, multidisciplinary team; promote staff development, engagement, and succession planning. Drive operational improvements through process optimization and resource planning. Policy & Capital Program Management
Develop and implement policies and procedures for facilities operations, capital planning, and utilities systems management. Oversee the development, approval, and execution of capital improvement and major renovation projects. Direct contract negotiation, procurement, and administration for capital and public works projects. Represent the University in matters related to property management, land acquisition, and Board of Regents coordination. Institutional Representation & Collaboration
Serve as the University's primary liaison to the University System of Georgia Board of Regents, state and local officials, and external agencies regarding facilities planning and capital development. Coordinate due diligence documentation and project approvals with BOR staff and regulatory entities. Collaborate across campus with academic, administrative, and auxiliary departments to ensure facilities meet current and future needs. Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a master's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Required Experience Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the various objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require ten years' minimum of related experience. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of facilities operations, maintenance and management principles and practices. Knowledge of budget development and management principles. Knowledge of current trends and best practices in higher education and their impact on facilities management. Knowledge of facilities planning, design, and construction. Knowledge of utilities operation and management. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority. Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs. Skill in decision-making and problem solving. Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public. Skill in oral and written communication. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Institutional Values
Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning Equal Employment Opportunity
Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws. Other Information
This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt (salaried) staff position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Health insurance Dental Vision Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Life Insurance Sick Leave Vacation Leave Parental Leave Retirement Employee discounts Tuition reimbursement Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
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