Assistant Director of the Indiana Memorial Union (Facility Operations Leader)

$90,000 - $96,000/Yr

Indiana University - Bloomington, IN

Full-time - Mid Level

Bloomington, IN

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Assistant Director of the Indiana Memorial Union (IMU) is responsible for overseeing the facility operations of a historic and heavily utilized building on the Indiana University campus. This role involves managing maintenance, security, and emergency response processes, ensuring the upkeep of the IMU, which serves as a vital hub for student activities. The position requires effective leadership of maintenance and custodial teams, budget management, and collaboration with various departments to enhance the student experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee processes and projects related to building operations and maintenance.
• Manage building operations including maintenance planning and emergency response.
• Coordinate fire and life safety procedures with university personnel and external agencies.
• Perform inspections to identify cleaning and property maintenance needs.
• Participate in project development, budget management, and implementation.
• Prepare estimates for repairs and ensure maintenance falls within budget.
• Coordinate fulfillment of work orders for corrective action and routine maintenance.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels and equipment conditions through inspections.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency situations.
• Provide guidance to non-exempt staff and make recommendations for operational efficiency.
• Lead a maintenance team of 6-8 staff members and a custodial team of 14-20 staff members.
• Develop and manage the departmental annual expense budget.
• Coordinate routine care and maintenance with food service operators.
• Provide input on facility upgrade projects and work with contractors.
• Engage with a diverse range of customers to meet their needs in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, inventory management, controls, facilities management, or related field.
• 2 years of experience in business, inventory management, controls, facilities management, or related field.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University.

Nice-to-haves

• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of Work Order Control Programs and Building Environmental control programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Intermediate knowledge of principles and skills necessary for the profession.

Benefits

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave