Director Of Facilities Operations (Office/On-site)

2024-05-28 | State of Connecticut - Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services | Middletown | Connecticut | United States

Perks & Benefits:

Location:

Middletown, CT 06457

Are you driven and motivated to make a positive impact with those you work with?

If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our hospital’s team!

THE POSITION

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a Director of Facilities Operations to join their team. This role will be accountable for directing staff in the management, operation, and maintenance programs of state buildings and grounds or directing facilities management staff in overseeing property portfolios including contractors and vendors performing property management services. Additionally, this role oversees all CVH, Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH), River Valley Services (RVS) Plant Operations and staff.

HIGHLIGHTS

FACILITY: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH)
UNIT: CVH CEO Management Team
ADDRESS: 1000 Silver Street, Middletown, CT
SCHEDULE: Full-Time, First Shift, 40 Hours per Week, 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday
POSITION NUMBER: 142329

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

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A health work/life balance to all employees

As a Director Of Facilities Operations, you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

Support the Plant Facilities Engineer 2 position in their absence;
Maintain The Joint Commission document and inspection compliance;
Maintain DEEP regulation compliance and documentation;
Conduct and document environmental safety risk assessments;
Ensure all interim life safety management, infection control and penetration permits are in place for major maintenance and small construction projects;
Quality control and coordination of campus wide preventative and situation maintenance;
Approve purchases and timesheets; and
Project manage selected maintenance projects.

ABOUT US

DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

CVH is the largest of DMHAS facilities, and includes 17 inpatient units over two campuses (Middletown and Hartford). The hospital includes both a general psychiatry and addiction services units. CVH provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care and substance abuse treatment, including treatment for pregnant women and persons with dual diagnoses. Specialty areas include geriatric and special services, an integrated network of comprehensive mental health services for older adults and young adult services. The facility also runs the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) program which addresses the needs of TBI survivors, including; reintegration into community living, independent living skills development, vocational and educational training, psychiatric, cognitive and neurological assessment and treatment, speech and physical rehabilitation as well as individual and family counseling.

WFH specializes in providing inpatient services to individuals involved in the criminal justice system. The hospital consists of 91 maximum security beds and 138 enhanced security beds. Services are provided to individuals who are admitted under the following categories: Psychiatric Security Review Board commitment, Criminal court order for restoration of competency to stand trial, Civil commitment (voluntary or involuntary) and Transfer from the Department of Correction (during period of incarceration or at end of sentence). Discharge options are dependent on legal status and the purpose of admission.

The goal of RVS is to provide the highest quality crisis intervention, case management, and residential and clinical services to adult citizens, 18 years of age and older, who suffer from serious mental disorders and who lack the financial means to secure such services in the private sector.

Selection Plan

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TO APPLY

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
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This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

AFTER YOU APPLY

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for directing staff in the management, operation and/or maintenance programs of state buildings and grounds or directing facilities management staff in the oversight of property portfolios including contractors and vendors performing property management services.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Directs staff and operations in the areas of building services and contract compliance;
Coordinates, plans and manages section activities;
Formulates goals and objectives;
Develops or assists in development of related policy;
Interprets and administers pertinent laws;
Evaluates staff;
Assists in preparation of section budget;
Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of section who might impact on program activities;
Prepares reports, correspondence and procedural manuals;
Administers a quality control and compliance program;
Prepares and reviews plans and specifications for building renovations and/or alterations;
Selects and supervises service contractors;
Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
May direct staff and operations of trade shops and grounds sections;
May develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program;
Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of
- and ability to apply management principles and practices;
- relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
- relevant agency policies and procedures;
- state of the art security systems, building operations and maintenance procedures and techniques;
- trades including building, custodial and grounds;
- energy conservation methods and techniques;
- budget preparation and control;
Knowledge of
- contract preparation and administration;
- tenant agency requirements;
Considerable
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
Skill in prevention of deterioration, obsolescence and destruction of buildings and operating equipment;
Considerable ability to prepare plans, specifications and cost estimates for equipment, services and repairs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Eight (8) years of professional experience in the repair and maintenance of large buildings, leasing, acquisition or management of property or building contract administration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.

NOTE: For state employees supervisory capacity is interpreted at the level of a Maintenance Supervisor 2.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
A Master's degree in architecture, business or construction management, engineering or public administration may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
For state employees two (2) years of experience as a Property Management Liaison may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience managing technical and mid-level supervisory staff
Experience with progressive disciplinary processes
Experience identifying needed capital improvements, major repairs, and safety concerns
Experience developing and managing operational budgets
Experience reviewing building design plans for operational functionality
Experience managing maintenance upkeep, mandatory testing of life safety systems, and state of good repair of complex operating facilities includin electronic tracking and recordkeeping
Facilities management background
Experience with Joint Commission, Department of Public Health, and other jurisdictional authorities
Measurable understanding of medical facility building codes, especially in a mental health setting

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

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