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Director of Facilities, Durango Integrated Healthcare, Durango, CO 

Position Summary:The Facilities Director oversees all aspects of facilities management, fleet operations, building leases and tenant relationships, and physical operations for Axis Health System, including 12 clinic locations across 11 counties, ensuring the provision of high quality and welcoming clinics for those we serve. In addition to overseeing existing facilities, this position is responsible for overseeing new construction, remodels, and other capital projects from inception to completion. The Director is also responsible for emergency preparedness and disaster management, including policy development, personnel training, and regional collaboration for disaster response. This position ensures all activities under their oversight adhere to federal, state, and local regulations. This role demands strong leadership, project management expertise, and the ability to align resources with organizational goals to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

Qualifications: Our ideal Facilities Director will have:

Required:

• BA in Business Administration or related field required
• 3 years of increasingly responsible experience in project management and 1 year of supervisory experience

Preferred:

• 5 years of increasingly responsible experience in project management and 3 years of supervisory experience.

Salary:  

Starting pay is $83,200.00 - $97,344.00 per hour (which includes preferred experience and preferred education described above)

Full-Time Benefits:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads timely and consistent facility, lease, tenant and capital project assessments, establishing priorities and plans for all items under this position’s supervision, and oversees the execution of extensive task lists.
• Supervises Building and Maintenance staff.
• Leads all aspects of facilities management and maintenance and ensures compliance with safety and operational standards, including the supervision of maintenance staff.
• Manages facilities-related procurement processes, streamlining workflows, and overseeing vendor relationships.
• Supervises fleet operations, maintenance, lease agreements, and on-call management.
• Is responsible for building leases, tenant relationships, and vendor contracts at all sites.
• Drives project management for new builds, renovations, construction and other capital projects.
• Develops and implements emergency preparedness plans, staff trainings, and coordination of disaster response efforts.
• Provides strategic leadership to facilities and procurement teams, fostering efficiency and operational excellence.
• Manages all budgets associated with facilities, fleet, emergency preparedness, capital projects, and other projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, customer service, and fiscal responsibility through effective leadership and teamwork.
• Self-motivated with exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse audiences, both orally and in writing.
• Leads and manages staff, partnerships, and agencies to achieve organizational goals.
• Exercises sound judgment, problem ownership, and consistent follow-through.
• Builds strong community relationships and practices excellent customer service.
• Effectively interprets and applies healthcare laws, regulations, and financing practices.
• Designs and implements efficient processes and initiatives within budget constraints.
• Manages multiple priorities in fast-paced environments while delegating effectively.
• Ensures compliance with contracts and delivers high-quality care.
• Proficient in budgeting and data-driven decision-making.
• Interacts professionally and confidentially with staff, clients, and external stakeholders.

Employment Tasks:

• Adheres to Axis Corporate Compliance Plan and complies with the Axis Code of Conduct.
• Fosters an organizational culture of patient and family-centered care, service excellence, quality, and safety, while enhancing the patient experience, employee engagement, and community relationships.
• Respects and accommodates different cultures and health beliefs.
• Committed to prompt and clear communication with both internal and external customers through timely response to phone calls, emails and other communications.
• Seeks and provides guidance, and is a contributor to the organization’s performance and strategy and any teams or committees they are involved in. 
• Is respectful, kind and helpful when working with other staff to foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Attends all mandatory staff meetings and completes assigned training.
• Arrives at work on time and follows the required call-in procedures for attendance.
• Meets targets related to the Key Performance Indicators established annually.

Working Conditions/Physical demands:

• Employees must occasionally lift and/or move 15 to 50 pounds.  Employees are frequently required to walk, sit, stand or kneel and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop.  Must have ability to sit for long periods of time at computer.
• Employees must be able to travel between Axis locations. Depending on the position, employee may also be expected to engage in occasional statewide and domestic travel. 
• Working in a healthcare organization lends itself to the possibility of exposure to communicable disease.
• Noise level in the working environment is usually moderate.
• Annual Flu immunization by November 1, annual TB Screening, complete de-escalation training, and BLS certification, as required for position.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their position.

Please visit our website athttp://www.axishealthsystem.org, to apply for this position and for more information about our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, transfer, or promotion opportunities. 

Commitment to Pay Standards:  

We are committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certification/licensure (rather than wage history). 

About Durango/Pagosa Springs:

If you’re interested in Rocky Mountain wildlife, white water rafting, hiking in to discover nature’s most beautiful waterfalls, or a breathtaking car ride on the San Juan Skyway, then Durango and Pagosa Springs are the place for you!  As with so many areas on the Western Slope, you have now entered an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Just minutes from zip lining through the treetops, to soaking in the Piedra River Hot Springs, located in the national forest, after a day of hiking any one of the many trails, and when the season is right, you can be snowboarding or camping in the mountains that surround this beautiful area.  Take a ride on the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train and enjoy the stunning views of the San Juan National Forest.  You’re also a mere 35-minute car ride to Mesa Verde National Park. Just outside the doors of our clinics, you’ll find beautiful parks with walking paths and opens spaces to enjoy. Durango has an airport located minutes from our clinics which has service to Denver, Phoenix and Dallas-Fort Worth daily. Learn more about our area here:  Visit Durango, CO | Official Tourism Site of Durango, Colorado