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Working Title** : **Physical Plant Director

Job Class: Physical Plant Director

Agency: Minnesota State

+ **Job ID:** 85595

+ **Location:** Cloquet

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary:** Regular

+ **Who May Apply:** Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted:** 04/15/2025

+ **Closing Date:** 05/12/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:** MN St. Colleges & Universities / Arrowhead CC-FonDuLac-AFSCME

+ **Division/Unit:** MnSCU Fond du Lac CC/MnSCU Fond du Lac CC Class

+ **Appointment Type:** Unlimited (MSCF, Administrators, MAPE/MMA academic unclassified, classified)

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours:** Day Shift

+ **Days of Work:** Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $38.96 - $56.10 / hourly; $81,348 - $117,137 / annually

+ **Classified Status:** Classified

+ **Anticipated Start Date:** 07/08/2025

+ **Re-Posting:** No

+ **Work Area:** Facilities

+ **FLSA Status:** Exempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700) **:** No

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.

The Physical Plant Director is responsible for operations of Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. The college education facilities include buildings of 200,000 square feet and 40 acres of grounds care, housing units and walkways. This position provides supervision for Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College facilities, facilities staff, and student workers. This position exists to direct and develop policies for the physical plant and non-instructional operations of the college. The Director has the authority to make the human resources and budget decisions necessary for those operations and facilities and serves as the lead facilities advisor to the President of the college.

The Physical Plant Director will:

• Represent the facilities department and college as project manager on building construction and remodeling projects

• Work directly with faculty, staff, and students to coordinate the operational needs of the facility

• Direct operation, maintenance, and repair of the college facilities and equipment

• Work closely with MN State facilities leaders and attend regular meetings

Minimum Qualifications

+ Four years of physical plant experience consulting with senior leadership to support the effective maintenance and management of the physical plant and surrounding areas.

+ Strong leadership skills, including the understanding of staff development, supervision, and team building.

+ General construction knowledge sufficient to direct new construction, remodel or repair work. This includes knowledge of state and local building codes and State and Federal OSHA regulations sufficient to ensure compliance by the agency.

+ Knowledge of HVAC mechanical systems sufficient to ensure ongoing repair and maintenance and prompt and acceptable resolution to equipment breakdown are in compliance with local and state code.

+ Electrical systems knowledge to ensure ongoing repair and maintenance and prompt resolution to equipment breakdown/malfunction are in compliance with local and state codes.

+ Experience in budgeting and purchasing processes to develop and monitor department and project budget.

+ Must possess a valid Second-Class C boilers license.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Familiarity with bargaining unit contracts.

+ Experience overseeing multiple contractors and meeting deadlines.

+ Ability to plan and carry out work assignments, including making mechanical repairs and operating maintenance equipment.

+ Ability to work with specialized software required for the position, as well as programs used in MinnState system.

+ Ability to work well within a team and individually.

+ Organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Requirements

Background check required for this position.

In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.