Job Summary:

The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facility Operations supports the mission of TCU by providing facility management and services ensuring the functionality, comfort, safety, sustainability and efficiency of TCU’s campus and built environment to include university buildings (currently 6.6 million square feet, 140 buildings), private infrastructure, and all landscaping and grounds for the 300+ acre campus.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Leads and manages all aspects of operations, maintenance and repair of the university’s physical plant. Oversees work planning, assignment, scheduling, implementation and quality control of planned/preventive maintenance plan, repair and restoration. Directs preparation for, response to, and recovery from damages due to emergency.
2. Leads and manages Facilities Operations team comprised of engineers, managers, crafts and trades technicians, landscaping and grounds, service assistants, movers and postal staff.
3. Maintains staffing through effective recruiting and hiring practices; training, evaluating and supervising assigned staff; and assisting managers and supervisors with their leadership and optimization of their respective departments and processes, in partnership with TCU Human Resources.
4. Directs service and construction contracts providing support to the departments’ efforts.
5. Ensures high levels of facilities maintenance standards are met by collaborating with campus leaders and stakeholders as well as evaluating programmatic and operational effectiveness via key performance indicators and organizational goals.
6. Partners with Facilities Finance, Asset Management, and Campus Planning teams in the development and forecasting of current- and future-year data-informed budgets and plans, to include annual capital, repair, renewal and replacement.
7. Provides budgetary stewardship and oversight for all Facilities Operations departments and advises on funding requirements and allocations to adequately operate, maintain and repair university facilities, infrastructure and grounds.
8. Leads and manages development and execution of annual capital projects assigned to Facilities Operations based on the nature of work.
9. Collaborates with Planning, Design & Construction team in the development and review of campus design standards. Leads operations team review of annual and major capital projects to ensure compliance with design standards, operational expectations, consistency, and maintainability.
10. Oversees the University’s energy and utilities department and all energy programs and initiatives. Leads Director of Utilities and Energy Manager to develop and implement sustainable, energy-saving and cost-saving energy projects by identifying, analyzing and tracking energy usage consumption.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.
• 10 plus years of progressive supervisory experience in industrial, higher education, governmental engineering, public works or commercial maintenance operations and construction management.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management or related field from an accredited college or university.

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements.

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of facilities management: design, construction, operations and maintenance with an understanding of regulations, technologies, and best practices.
• Knowledge of data-informed decision making: development and use of key performance indicators to evaluate effectiveness and effectuate change.
• Knowledge of strategic frameworks, methodologies, and the ability to develop and implement long-term plans.
• Skill in leading, mentoring and motivating teams, setting a clear vision, and fostering team and employee engagement towards a positive work culture.
• Skill in analyzing complex situations, anticipating future trends, and developing innovative/strategic solutions.
• Skill in effective communication, active listening, and building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders across all levels.
• Skill in decision making, even with limited information, and understanding the potential impact of decisions.
• Skill in change management and leading organizations through periods of transition.
• Skill in financial management, understanding financial statements, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Skill in identifying and analyzing problems, developing solutions, and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, embrace new technologies, and remain flexible in uncertainty.
• Ability to influence, persuade and motivate others to achieve common goals.
• Ability to effectively delegate tasks/responsibilities to team members, while providing guidance and support.
• Ability to innovate: generating new ideas, fostering creativity, and driving continuous improvement.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 25 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work entails active movement to and around alternate job sites and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.
• Visits indoor and outdoor construction and renovation sites as well as team worksites on a regular basis.
• This is an on-campus, in-person position.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. 

About Texas Christian University

TCU is all about the experience. This is a place where students learn how to adapt to whatever the future might bring, develop critical thinking skills and expand their creativity. With a choice of rigorous academic programs in 130 undergraduate areas of study, 61 master’s level programs and 24 areas of doctoral study, Horned Frogs have opportunities to search for meaning and examine values, yet graduate well-prepared for professional accomplishment. Whether in the fine arts or business or engineering, Horned Frogs can develop their full creative potential here. For example, both MBA and undergraduate students at the Neeley School of Business benefit from an experience ranked at the top by Bloomberg Businessweek and U.S. News & World Report — not in spite of, but because of, the focus on the individual. At TCU, professors love being in the classroom. These mentoring teacher-scholars also conduct well-published, leading-edge research, often with undergraduates at their sides. Horned Frogs live, learn and play 24-7 in a 277-acre setting in a vibrant city. They work out in state-of-the-art recreation facilities, catch Big 12 NCAA athletic competition and participate in 200+ organizati...ons, all without leaving the campus. That’s when they’re not providing thousands of hours of volunteer service to their community, interning in New York or LA, practicing journalism in Washington, D.C., experiencing international business in China or perfecting Spanish in Seville. It’s how Horned Frogs are learning to change the world.

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