ECU Facilities Services is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Director for Utilities Services on our Main Campus. The Utilities Services Assistant Director will be responsible for daily operations and maintenance of approximately 4.5 million square feet of buildings and structures to include Academic and Administrative, Residence and Dining Halls, Athletic Facilities, etc. The successful candidate will manage the daily Utilities Services operations through seven direct reports consisting of manager, administrative, purchasing, and supervisors with additional oversite of approximately sixty employees within shops that include electrical, life safety, HVAC, controls, steam, and plumbing. Duties include: Managing the departmental budget, all personnel actions (staffing, evaluations, disciplinary action, etc.); procurement (materials, tools, contracts); providing technical direction to others. In addition, the position will be responsible for the knowledge and understanding of all utility systems including; electrical medium voltage grid including grid shifts and repairs; life safety systems (fire alarm and fire sprinkler) and elevators; mechanical systems for HVAC systems ranging from three (3) multi-chiller central plants to min-split systems including complex computer control operating system for building automation; plumbing system for domestic and well water systems and wastewater (sanitary sewer) systems; steam systems for four (4) boilers capable of producing 270 pounds per hour of steam pressure including underground steam distribution and condensate system. The individual in this role will assess and prioritize deferred maintenance needs for utility systems and also participate in planning, design, and completion of University construction projects, including new buildings and renovations.

Contingent upon availability of funds.