Assistant Director of Facilities

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Director of Facilities in the day-to-day operations of campus facilities to ensure they are safe, functional, and code-compliant.
• Assist with on-site inspections of building infrastructure, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life-safety systems.
• Manage the campus work order and CMMS system, ensuring accuracy of asset records and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate daily facilities priorities such as campus events, housing turnovers, grounds maintenance, and inclement weather preparation.
• Oversee the university vehicle fleet, including scheduling, maintenance tracking, registration, and insurance compliance.
• Respond to urgent facilities issues such as water leaks, power outages, or safety hazards and coordinate vendor responses.
• Assist with capital project activities, including site walkthroughs and communicating operational impacts of construction.
• Support Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) operations, including ADA improvements and regulatory inspections.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 2-3 years of experience in facilities operations, building systems support, or fleet coordination.
• Working knowledge of building systems, facilities maintenance practices, and campus operations.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate university vehicles.
• Proficiency in CMMS systems, data entry, and generating operational reports.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse university constituencies and external vendors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Generous retirement plans and wellness programs.
• Commitment to work-life balance including paid vacation, sick time, and major holidays.
• Tuition waiver for self and family members.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

About the Company

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is the nation’s oldest HBCU. Founded in 1837, the university is a respected institution of higher education dedicated to academic excellence, character development, and social responsibility. We value scholarship, diversity, integrity, respect, and service.