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The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) seeks a critical operational leader to serve as the Assistant Director of Facilities Management. This position is responsible for assisting the Director in all departmental functions and serving as the primary backup in the Director's absence. This role is specifically tasked with the direct, comprehensive management and oversight of all maintenance, custodial, and grounds operations and staff. The Assistant Director translates the Director's strategic vision into daily operational execution, ensuring a high quality, safe, clean, and fully functional physical plant for the University.

A complete job description is available here (https://docs.google.com/document/d/15Kknrc8g4mksjWlXP\_lWYIbmjHRq5qGt/edit) .

Qualifications

Required:

+ Associate’s degree in Business, Facilities Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

+ Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities, with at least 3 years in a direct supervisory role of trades, maintenance, or custodial staff.

Preferred:

+ Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

+ Experience as a facilities manager in an education environment preferred.

+ Experience with building automation/Energy Management Systems (EMS) and maintenance work order systems.

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position

2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after November 27, 2025, will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

Salary: The salary for this position is $70,000.

Benefits: UMA offers a wide range of benefits (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S0\_UGMgv2YL\_ao\_0NWjozh3wuQpLbHT3/edit) including tuition benefits for employee and dependents, comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, short term and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. The University of Maine System is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

About the University (http://uma.edu/) :

UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs.

UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report (https://www.uma.edu/compliance/annual-security-report/) .

About the University of Maine System

The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) and the state of Maine.

Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .