Job Description

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job, but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

• Responsible for creating strategic vision and core objectives for all Facilities Departments throughout the Health System.
• Responsible for budgeting of all operational expenses and proper management of approved and assigned budget.
• Responsible for development of capital budgets and strategic plans for long term planning of capital assets.
• Responsible for managing the strategic operations, maintenance and support of facilities within the Health System to ensure that operations, maintenance, and vendor management standards are met in a cost-effective, safe, and efficient manner. The Director will design, establish, organize, and direct the goals, objectives, and standards of performance for department staff; develop, implement, and interpret operating policies and procedures; and maintain and interpret standards, regulations, and codes.
• Responsible to ensure a constant and perpetual state of regulatory readiness under the domain of Environment of Care. Lead the Joint Commission/DNV/CMS Survey experience at the facilities management level with direct responsibility for Utilities Management, Fire/Life Safety, Hazardous Materials and Medical Equipment Management.
• Supports and provides direction to all managers in the Facilities Division to ensure they are educated and prepared to carry out their daily responsibilities as department leaders.
• Provides superior customer service and communicates effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Responsible for in-house construction projects and renovation of all campuses.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5 years director-level experience within Facilities Management required, preferably in a health care environment.
• ASHE Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CHFM) or Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) preferred.

Must be knowledgeable of Joint Commission/DNV standards and other regulatory standards such as OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and state affiliated agencies; knowledgeable of the Universal Building Code and the Southern Building Code and be able to multi task issues.