Inside Higher Ed
Superintendent of Structural Operations
Inside Higher Ed, Statesboro, Georgia, United States, 30458
About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses – the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville – Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery, and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields. Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands‑on learning, Georgia Southern supports the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025. Job ID:
293740 Location:
Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time:
Full Time Regular/Temporary:
Regular Department Information
Structural Maintenance Job Summary
Oversee all facets of daily structural operations for the university. Ensure completion of structural maintenance tasks and projects, monitor activities and expenditures for compliance, lead and manage structural operations teams, and ensure customer satisfaction with the delivery of structural operations, including maintenance and repair. Oversee and manage Carpentry Shop, Paint Shop, and Sign Shop. Responsibilities
Develop and revise policies pertaining to the provision of services. Establish team and project priorities, schedule services, evaluate the effectiveness of services provided, and perform inspections on work in progress and upon completion. Review department equipment needs, prepare reports on equipment status, and develop equipment requests for both replacement and new items. Work with shop supervisors to determine and develop training needs and programs. Manage human resources of the department by assessing manpower needs and capabilities, screening, interviewing, selecting, and hiring applicants. Recommend and implement staff changes, promotions, and salary adjustments. Complete annual performance evaluations. Provide technical assistance to the campus community and other Facilities departments. Coordinate with Facilities Planning, Design, and Construction for contract repair and alteration services. Ensure customer satisfaction with the delivery of operation, maintenance, and repair services. Prepare annual report of department activities for the division head. Control costs and expenditures across university units. Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
Associate's Degree or 4 years of experience may substitute for education. Required Experience:
Seven (7) or more years of related work experience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education facilities. Proposed Salary
$60,617 - $77,306 This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis. Required Documents To Attach
Resume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service. Ability to support various constituencies served by the university. Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for the specific position. Ability to analyze while multi-tasking. Ability to operate heavy equipment and other service vehicles. Ability to read and comprehend construction plans, specifications, standards, and technical literature. Manage projects to fit budget, deadline and timeline decisions. Able to assess projects and communicate with multiple stakeholders on solutions. Stay abreast of relevant State and Federal Regulations. Perform measurement of mechanical devices and components. Report preparation experience. Knowledge
Adhere to university policies and procedures to meet institutional goals and support the university's mission for student success. Skills
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills. Adept at testing, modifying, and re-testing. Clear and adept at reporting project status to involved parties. Demonstrated collaborative problem-solving, leadership, project management, and detail orientation skills. Apply Before Date
February 2, 2026 Application review may begin as early as January 9, 2026. Contact Information
Department of Human Resources: (912) 478-6947 or hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu. Technical support: (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to applicable federal and state laws, university bylaws and policies, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the university. Applicants must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Proof of a valid driver's license is required upon hire and throughout employment. Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947. Other Information
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Work generally performed in an office environment. Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours. Travel may be required. To apply
Visit
application page .
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Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses – the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville – Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery, and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields. Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands‑on learning, Georgia Southern supports the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025. Job ID:
293740 Location:
Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time:
Full Time Regular/Temporary:
Regular Department Information
Structural Maintenance Job Summary
Oversee all facets of daily structural operations for the university. Ensure completion of structural maintenance tasks and projects, monitor activities and expenditures for compliance, lead and manage structural operations teams, and ensure customer satisfaction with the delivery of structural operations, including maintenance and repair. Oversee and manage Carpentry Shop, Paint Shop, and Sign Shop. Responsibilities
Develop and revise policies pertaining to the provision of services. Establish team and project priorities, schedule services, evaluate the effectiveness of services provided, and perform inspections on work in progress and upon completion. Review department equipment needs, prepare reports on equipment status, and develop equipment requests for both replacement and new items. Work with shop supervisors to determine and develop training needs and programs. Manage human resources of the department by assessing manpower needs and capabilities, screening, interviewing, selecting, and hiring applicants. Recommend and implement staff changes, promotions, and salary adjustments. Complete annual performance evaluations. Provide technical assistance to the campus community and other Facilities departments. Coordinate with Facilities Planning, Design, and Construction for contract repair and alteration services. Ensure customer satisfaction with the delivery of operation, maintenance, and repair services. Prepare annual report of department activities for the division head. Control costs and expenditures across university units. Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
Associate's Degree or 4 years of experience may substitute for education. Required Experience:
Seven (7) or more years of related work experience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education facilities. Proposed Salary
$60,617 - $77,306 This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis. Required Documents To Attach
Resume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service. Ability to support various constituencies served by the university. Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for the specific position. Ability to analyze while multi-tasking. Ability to operate heavy equipment and other service vehicles. Ability to read and comprehend construction plans, specifications, standards, and technical literature. Manage projects to fit budget, deadline and timeline decisions. Able to assess projects and communicate with multiple stakeholders on solutions. Stay abreast of relevant State and Federal Regulations. Perform measurement of mechanical devices and components. Report preparation experience. Knowledge
Adhere to university policies and procedures to meet institutional goals and support the university's mission for student success. Skills
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills. Adept at testing, modifying, and re-testing. Clear and adept at reporting project status to involved parties. Demonstrated collaborative problem-solving, leadership, project management, and detail orientation skills. Apply Before Date
February 2, 2026 Application review may begin as early as January 9, 2026. Contact Information
Department of Human Resources: (912) 478-6947 or hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu. Technical support: (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to applicable federal and state laws, university bylaws and policies, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the university. Applicants must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Proof of a valid driver's license is required upon hire and throughout employment. Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947. Other Information
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Work generally performed in an office environment. Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours. Travel may be required. To apply
Visit
application page .
#J-18808-Ljbffr