Unclassified Employment Opportunities

Position: Director of Operations
Department:
Operations
Reports To: Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration

About Nunez Community College
Nunez Community College is a comprehensive community college offering a diverse range of academic and technical programs to support student success and community development in St. Bernard Parish and beyond. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and innovative environment that empowers our students and strengthens our community.

Position Summary
Nunez Community College is seeking a dynamic and skilled Director of Operations responsible for the efficient and safe operation of all facilities, ensuring regulatory compliance and proactive risk mitigation. This role encompasses overseeing day-to-day facility maintenance, developing, and implementing operational policies, and managing emergency preparedness and response initiatives. This position serves as the initial disaster response and recovery team lead. The role is responsible for insurance and disaster recovery reporting requirements (ORM/Sedgwick, FEMA/ICF, etc.).

Duties and Responsibilities

Risk Management, Property and Safety

  • Develops, implements, and monitors plans to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across all facility operations. Works with various stakeholders to ensure a secure learning environment. Performs regular inspection of facilities to ensure safe work and learning environments.
  • Serves as campus safety committee lead. Conducts safety and emergency drills. 
  • Ensure employees complete all ORM required training.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and health regulations, including Office of Risk Management requirements and OSHA standards and accessibility requirements.
  • Responsible for inventory tracking and audits of Nunez’s physical properties as the college’s Property Manager. Ensures accurate and timely data input into the Louisiana Property Assistance Agency (LPAA) system. Works in partnership with Business Affairs to reconcile data in LPAA with college’s records. Ability to pull LPAA reports.
  • Manages the college’s security team schedule and procedures.
  • Documents all incidents and accidents involving employees and/or non-employees.
  • Responsible for precise and comprehensive documentation for ORM and Sedgwick insurance claims.

Facilities Management

  • Responsible for all aspects of capital outlay, major repairs, and deferred maintenance projects.
  • Develops and implements preventive maintenance programs to ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards.
  • Reviews and updates campus floor plans and room numbers.
  • Ensure contractors perform satisfactory work before invoices approval. 
  • Oversee upkeep of all physical facilities and grounds on campus.

FEMA Compliance & Emergency Preparedness

  • Responsible for the development and implementation of emergency preparedness and disaster recovery plans, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensures all emergency response and security management plans comply with relevant federal, state, and local regulations. 
  • Conducts drills and exercises to evaluate the effectiveness of emergency and disaster recovery plans.
  • Responsible for precise and comprehensive documentation for FEMA and ICF claims.

Leadership & Team Management:

  • Initial disaster response and recovery team leader.
  • Responsible for LCTCS, LPAA, ORM, FEMA, GOSEP, Clery Act reporting, meetings, audits, and campus walkthroughs.
  • Responsible for the overall safety and security of the campus community.
  • Develop strategies to increase rental revenue. 
  • Manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage in each area.
  • Identifies opportunities for operational efficiency and implement improvement methodologies. Analyzes data and information related to facility operations, such as utility costs and usage, to identify areas for improvement and summarize findings in reports.
  • Create new policies and update existing policies as needed.
  • Available after hours and weekends for emergencies and alarms.
  • Manages facilities procurement including serving as facilities p-card approver.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Operational Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.

Required Experience:

  • Six (6) years of experience in an operational role - Project Manager, Risk and Safety, or Facilities Management.
  • Five (5) years in management or leadership capacity.

Allowable Substitutions:

  • Associate’s degree AND 8 years as a Project Manager, Risk and Safety, or Facilities Management experience may substitute for education requirement.
  • Ten (10) years as a Project Manager, Risk and Safety, or Facilities Management experience may substitute for the degree requirement.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
  • Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
  • Ability to use sound judgement when dealing with sensitive and/or ambiguous issues.
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Ability to represent the school in a professional manner.
  • Ability to use diplomacy when interacting with all levels of personnel.

Preferred Education & Certifications:

  • Master’s degree in Operational Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
  • Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facility Management Professional (FMP).

Preferred Experience:

  • Ten (10) years of experience in an operational role.
  • Eight (8) years in management or leadership capacity.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • LPAA system.
  • Banner/LOLA.
  • LouisianaPA portal.
  • FEMA – Grants Portal.
  • RiskStar Portal.

Application Process
To apply, send cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience, resume, unofficial transcript(s), and contact information for three professional references to: [email protected] - (Put Director of Operations in subject line).

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

The committee will begin the review of applications immediately. All applications are confidential, and any references provided will not be contacted without the expressed authorization of the applicant.

All new hires are subject to a criminal background check, in accordance with Nunez Policy 6.036.

Incomplete applications will not be forwarded for further review.

Nunez is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nunez is also a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
As an executive branch state agency, Nunez Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all employees to update their information at least every five (5) years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/office-of-state-ada-coordinator/.