Internal Posting? Posting Number SP005357P Position Title Executive Director of Facilities Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance Division/College DFA Operations Department DFA Operations Officer Location Moscow Posting Context Statement Position Overview
The Executive Director of Facilities Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance provides leadership, technical direction, and business process oversight of University of Idaho Facilities Operations and Maintenance as well as capital planning and operational oversight for the utility public private partnership (P3). Supported by over 50 staff members, this position oversees the effective, accessible, and sustainable building system operations and maintenance for university facilities, while providing engineering support and ensuring world-class customer service to campus users.
This is an essential position that may be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.
Duties may include:
Oversee the effective, accessible, and sustainable operations and maintenance of the university’s facilities, building systems, and physical environment
Oversee, direct, and perform capital planning and engineering review for the utility P3
Serve as the university liaison and primary business partner to the utility P3 system Operator
Oversee the design, implementation, improvement, and operations of an effective maintenance work order system
Oversee the design, implementation, and improvement of the facilities preventative maintenance program
Direct the effective use of technology in maintenance and operations processes
Provide engineering support for operations and maintenance activities and utility capital planning
Participate in university capital planning for deferred maintenance, alterations, and repairs
Advance the university’s education and research missions by creating a welcoming, safe and comfortable physical environment
Ensure timely, effective, efficient, and professional customer service
Eight years of leadership experience in facilities management, operations and maintenance, engineering, utilities, or public administration including:
Planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating projects, programs, and initiatives
Leadership of maintenance, capital planning, business, and financial operations
Strategic planning, design, and deployment
Resolving conflict and addressing competing interests
Building accountability, respect, and performance within a team
Process improvement
Editing and writing business correspondence using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materials
Collecting and analyzing data, summarizing findings, and generating strategies for leadership
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, construction management, architecture, organizational management, public administration, business administration or project management
Required Other
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university vehicles
Ability to travel
Ability to work nonstandard business hours and respond to emergencies and university closures
Additional Preferred
Advanced Degrees and Certifications:
Master’s Degree in engineering, organizational management, construction management, architecture, public administration, business administration, project management, or other field related to facilities management, operations and maintenance, or utilities
Current Professional Engineering (PE) license
Project Management Professional ( PMP) certification
APPA Certified Educational Facilities Professional ( CEFP) credential
Experience
Experience with P3s
Experience in LEED and International Energy Code
Experience in district and building level utility systems
Higher education work experience
Experience applying project management principles to cross-functional projects or change initiatives
Excellent writing and analytical skills
Proactive, strategic approach to work with a strong commitment to quality, efficiency, and effectiveness
Expertise in prioritizing workflow and managing resources
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
Ability to maintain attention to detail and high standards for deliverables and outcomes
Ability to interact and influence at the most senior levels of an organization and to work collaboratively across functions, levels, and departments toward shared objectives
Commitment to community engagement as a representative of the university and facilities team
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Ability to work outdoors and indoors in inclement weather and conditions
Ability to move about and between venues for extended periods of time up to a full day of work
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
Posting Information
FLSA Status Exempt Employee Category Exempt Pay Range $140,000 or higher, commensurate with experience Type of Appointment Fiscal Year FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time Funding A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No Posting Date 07/07/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
This in-person position is based in Moscow, Idaho and not offering Visa sponsorship.
To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than July 28th.
In your letter of qualifications ( human-resources-letter-of-qualification-template.docx ) using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at cday@uidaho.edu
