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Department Hiring Range The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate’s educational background, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.

EEO-1 Category

EEO-1 Category Officials & Managers

SOC Code

SOC Code 11-1011 - Chief Executives*

Position Overview

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Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University ( NCCU ), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine', NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

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Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The primary purpose of Facilities Operations is to ensure that the university campus remains safe, functional, clean, attractive, and conducive to learning, teaching, research, and student life. Facilities Operations is responsible for the planning, development, management, and maintenance of the institution’s physical assets and infrastructure to support the university’s mission and daily operations.

Under the leadership of the Director of Facilities, the department oversees the maintenance and repair of campus buildings and facilities, grounds and landscaping, heating and cooling systems, custodial services, recycling and waste removal, transportation services, and the university’s motor fleet. Facilities Operations also manage budgets, personnel, and operational resources to ensure facilities are maintained efficiently, sustainably, and in compliance with applicable regulations.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Director of Facilities Operations provides strategic leadership and oversight for the maintenance, operation, and continuous improvement of the university’s physical assets and infrastructure. The position is responsible for ensuring a safe, functional, clean, and efficient campus environment through the management of building systems, housekeeping services, grounds maintenance, recycling and waste removal, motor fleet and transportation services, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operations in support of the university’s academic, research, and student success mission.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Professional, Planning and Organizing Work, Program Management, Safety and Health Management, Strategic Planning, Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Career and/or Talent Development.
• Technical skills in facilities maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC , grounds, general services, and housekeeping.
• Project management. j
• Ability to supervise routine maintenance and technical trades supervisors, manage repair and renovation projects, construction and contract administration, and manage multiple tasks.

Graduation from a four-year college or university and a minimum of five years of general facilities management and operations experience with supervisory experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

Licensed as a NC Professional Engineer desirable but not required.

Pre-Employment Requirement

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University ( NCCU ) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Work Location

Work Location Fully On-site (dedicated office at Duty Station)

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Function

Function Knowledge - Program/Technical

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Professional knowledge of program theory, techniques, practices and procedures for facilities management and operations.
• Professional knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations.
• Professional knowledge of agency/university practices, procedures and principles to support facilities and utilities operations.

Function

Function Planning and Organizing Work

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Planning and organization abilities needed to develop plans to accomplish work operations, objectives, goals and policies.
• Ability to arrange and assign work to best use manpower and resources.

Function

Function Program Planning, Organizing, and Management

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Program management abilities to coordinate and administer operational programs, activities, and protocols.
• Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess environmental risks and quality control associated with the program.
• Ability to observe and assess work and provide meaningful feedback.

Function

Function Safety and Health Management

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Safety and health management abilities to establish a culture of safety for employees and ensure that work processes are free from safety and health hazards, that employees are properly trained, and programs are in place to ensure safety.
• This includes the supervision of the Environmental Health and Safety function. EH&S is the primary unit on campus responsible for ensuring workplace safety for all campus facilities and spaces.
• Working responsively with University Police, Risk Management and Human Resources to insure the workplace safety of employees, students and other persons visiting the campus.

Function

Function Strategic Analysis and Planning

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Strategic planning abilities to develop, measure, and evaluate organizational structures and processes to fulfill organizational goals and strategic plans, using best practices.
• Ability to identify opportunities, develop and implement solutions, and measure impact.
• Ability to establish work guidelines and set the appropriate levels of quality and quantity of work.

Function

Function Managing Work Processes

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Knowledge of appropriate business practices and procedures.
• Manage and improve business processes and operations by ensuring continuity, and integration of policies and procedures with the organization’s mission and strategic plan.

Function

Function Human Resources Management

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Human Resources abilities to recruit, select, develop, counsel, discipline, and evaluate performance of employees to retain a diverse workforce; ability to administer and ensure compliance with human resources policies and procedures.
• Ability to observe and assess work; ability to provide feedback; may require ability to provide technical supervision; ability to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities of employees; ability to plan for and support employees in career development opportunities.
• As needed, ability to develop and implement staffing strategies

Function

Function Staff Development

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Career and talent development abilities to provide employees with the knowledge, skills and abilities to accomplish work and provide career development opportunities

Posting Number

Posting Number EPA03552P

Open Date

Open Date 08/27/2026

Priority Applicant Consideration Date

Priority Applicant Consideration Date 09/13/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Date Position Available