Manager, Facilities

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs.

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC c.edu. Under the direction of the Chief District Facilities Officer, supervises repair, maintenance, and operation of assigned MATC buildings. Collaborates with an administrative Facilities Management team and Campus VP, supports planning, budgeting, and managing of physical assets and operations.

Consults and collaborates in areas of facilities management, maintenance, event planning, budgeting, remodeling and capital renewal. Communication is continuous between the division, industry partners, specialized agencies, and governmental regulatory bodies.

Fiscal and Budget Administration: Collaborates with the Chief District Facilities Officer in the planning, budgeting, and managing of the MATC facility operations, including budget management, audits and authorizations. Monitors budget, expenses and revenue throughout the year; analyzes trends and forecast budget implications; maintains fiscal records to ensure compliance and consistent with institutional policies. Prepares bid specifications for operational procurement and directs the purchases of supplies and equipment.

Sustainable Facilities Management: Maintains facilities sustainability, economically, ethically and environmentally. Integrates and maintains sustainable practices which includes landscaping, building materials, mechanical systems, energy systems, indoor environmental quality, custodial, construction, and maintenance practices.

Operations Management and Oversight: Directs facilities personnel and daily operations, including building services, security access, and construction projects. Leads strategic vision and staff development through regular engagement, performance evaluations, and a proactive, customer-focused approach to problem-solving.

Facilities Liaison: Represents MATC to collaborate with WCTS in response to facilities management and represents MATC facilities with community groups, elected officials and local, state, and federal agencies. Liaison with local, federal, state and general interest groups to conduct tours, site visits and program inspections. Coordinates activities of outside contractors including snow removal, waste disposal, recycling, pest control, cleaning, etc. Explores partnership opportunities within the community to meet facility needs.

Maintenance Service Response: Responds timely to and resolves maintenance service requests from administrators and staff. Responds to building maintenance emergencies including equipment failure and malfunction and provides corrective action.

Process and Project Development: Develops projects for short- and long-term physical plant repairs and improvements; consults with contractors, managers, consultants and related personnel concerning building repair and new equipment installations. Monitors and evaluates operations, programs, processes and/practices for quality, compliance, and cost effectiveness; and makes recommendations for improvement.

Cross Functional Relationships and Collaborative Teamwork: Establishes, maintains, and enhances positive work relationships with staff, faculty, and administrators.

Leadership and Supervision: Develops and manages a high performing team, highly skilled and motivated staff focused on the delivery of quality and value-added services, and allocates cross-functional responsibilities and work processes. Responsibilities include hiring, coaching/mentoring, performance management, and progressive discipline as needed.

Continuous Learning & Professional Development: Maintains current knowledge of best practices and standards in higher education with an emphasis on community Colleges. Actively organizes and/or participates in applicable work groups, trainings, workshops, seminars, committees and professional associations or conferences to promote continuous learning.

Other duties: Perform related duties within the scope of the position as required for the efficient operation of the division and to support institutional objectives.

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirement, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

Required Education & Experience Associate's degree in closely related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience & three (3) years of staff supervision. One (1) year of staff supervision combined with an Emerging…