Working Title: Campus Facilities - Maintenance Director

Job Class: Physical Plant Director

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID : 83953

• Location : Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 02/08/2025

• Closing Date : 02/24/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Minneapolis-MMA

• Division/Unit : Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Environmental Services Supervisor

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $38.96 - $56.10 / hourly; $81,348 - $117,136 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking, and more!

The Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH) - Minneapolis is looking for a full-time Campus Facilities-Maintenance/Physical Plant Director. As Director, you will be responsible for the project planning, development, and implementation of major project proposals and directing those projects in the repair, remodel and new construction activities on the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs' Minneapolis campus.

The 52+ acre Minneapolis campus consists of 15 buildings, approximately 660,000 square feet of building space, and includes maintenance for all grounds, roads, parking lots and sidewalks in compliance with state, federal and other regulatory agencies. The Minneapolis campus is a mix of newer buildings with an additional set of historic administrative buildings over 100 years old, which proves to be a challenge in remodels, upgrades, and repairs.

This position will also supervise the Building Maintenance, Facilities, Grounds, Transportation, Power Plant, and Housekeeping Departments to ensure and enhance the appearance, safety, and function of the campus

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth.

The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

• Four (4) years' experience in facilities management, construction management or business management, including developing and managing budgets and financial analysis. At least two (2) of these 4 years must include experience supervising trades and maintenance staff; planning and directing major repairs, remodeling and new construction; and directing the work of contractors.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Facilities Management, or a related field can be substituted for 1 year of experience.

• Working knowledge of State and Federal codes and regulations such as OSHA, Life Safety, HazMat codes, Fire Marshal orders, ADA requirements, and MPCA rules and regulations.

• Strong communication skills sufficient to provide oral and written communications with multiple levels of authority.

• Experience in process improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Facilities Management, or a related field.

• Possession of a Minnesota licensure as a Master Electrician, Master Plumber, or Chief Engineer.

• At least one year of experience supervising staff in a large multi building facility.

Additional Requirements

This position also requires successful completion of the following:

A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check will be conducted on finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.

A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.