City University of New York is hiring: Director of Facilities Planning and Opera

Director of Facilities Planning and Operations – Facilities Management The CUNY School of Medicine (CUNY SoM) located in Harlem, New York, is the only public medical school in Manhattan. Building on 50 years of success as the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, the institution transitioned to the CUNY School of Medicine in 2016. The SoM offers an accelerated BS/MD degree (7‑year program) and a Physician Assistant Master’s Degree (27‑month program). CUNY SoM’s mission is to recruit highly talented students from diverse backgrounds and to train culturally competent health professionals who can address the healthcare needs of New York’s medically underserved communities. Position Details Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Director of Facilities Planning and Operations will provide direction and daily management of the planning, administration and execution of facilities‑related services and operations. Responsibilities include space planning, building maintenance initiatives and setting priorities for project deliverables to ensure on‑time implementation of plans. Core Responsibilities Consult with the COO to oversee the SoM services/facilities budget, including capital budgets for facilities‑related requests and projects; manage work‑order requests to ensure timely completion. Manage various capital projects and other facilities planning and construction initiatives; oversee the development or modifications for medical education simulation, cadaver, and clinical labs. Evaluate and analyze usage and space requirements for offices, science research labs, and other areas; oversee and manage space allocations and utilization. Collaborate with school administrators to develop, implement and monitor campus services and facilities operating policies and procedures. Work with the Finance Operations Manager to administer the purchasing and processing of invoices for departments. Oversee and manage processes for shipping and receiving of mail and packages. Work with Finance and related departments to manage and safeguard organizational assets, including equipment tracking, inventory control, and reporting. Oversee facility and equipment maintenance and repair, coordinating work with functional experts and outside contractors. Oversee storage, transfer and disposal of property, medical equipment, chemical waste and e‑waste in compliance with regulations. Manage setup and breakdown of events and office moves. Work with the Budget and Finance Offices to identify necessary campus purchases, including technology, furniture, office supplies, cleaning products and vendor services. Serve as liaison with building management for the HVAC system and electrical services. Supervise Audio‑Visual staff, Broadcast Engineer, Custodial and other facilities staff. Represent the School on University Committees, including Environmental, Health, Safety and Risk Management. Perform other related duties as assigned by the COO or designee. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in planning, architecture, engineering or related field and eight (8) years’ applicable experience are required. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in operations, business administration or related field. Experience in facilities management, medical laboratory and space planning, preferably in higher education or medical school environment. Experience managing facilities‑related capital projects and construction. Knowledge of CUNY and New York State asset management, procurement and relevant regulations. Experience with space management, room scheduling and inventory/asset management software. Experience serving as liaison between building occupants and facilities professionals. Exceptional customer‑service orientation and strong collaboration skills with faculty, staff, students and maintenance personnel. Strong organizational skills, ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, set priorities and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience supervising staff. Knowledge of PeopleSoft asset management and procurement modules is a plus. Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed. CUNY Title Overview Directs, plans, and supports the facilities and space requirements of academic programs and other facilities as required. Works with Directors and Department Chairs to determine short‑ and long‑range facilities requirements; facilitates design and renovation of classrooms and laboratories; participates in long‑range planning for academic department needs; performs space utilization and efficiency studies; manages space inventory databases; coordinates major design and construction projects. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $88,986 – $137,185. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. CUNY benefits include health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits, tuition waivers for graduate study, generous paid time off and access to academic, arts and athletic programs on campus. How to Apply Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account and search for this vacancy using Job ID: 30814 or Title. Applicants should provide a resume and cover letter. | Apply Now to submit the requested information. Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin on September 9, 2025. Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr