Director, Energy and Utility Services at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas

Job Description:

Posting Number:

2025185

Posting/Functional Title:

Director, Energy and Utility Services

University Pay Plan Title:

Dir, Utilities Operations

Location:

San Marcos

Department:

Utility Operations

Recruitment Type:

Open to All

Job Type:

Full-Time

Funding Source:

Permanent

Monthly Salary:

$11,666.66

Job Category :

Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to operations of a utility services organization.


• Minimum of five years of mid to senior-level management experience in planning, organizing, and directing a diverse workforce involved in the operation and maintenance of major utility systems.


• Experience with construction processes, plan reviews, and major utility system improvement commissioning.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree preferred in Engineering or a related field.


• Texas Registered Professional Engineers License (PE).


• Proven leadership skills resulting in team cohesion, workplace innovation, and improved organizational effectiveness.


• Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to initiate and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers, managers, clients, contractors, consultants, and members of the public.


• Leadership and management experience in a higher education environment.

Job Description:

Responsible for operating and managing the cost effective and efficient production and distribution of steam, hot water, chilled water and potable water. Responsible for maintenance, renewal, and expansion of utility infrastructure distribution systems, storm and sanitary sewer systems, cisterns and all system components for university buildings.

Job Duties:

• Oversee the production, delivery, and management of thermal energy (steam, chilled water), and potable water systems along with electricity, sanitary, and stormwater distribution systems.


• Oversee the university energy and water conservation program.


• Analyze purchased utility markets and establish contracted rates at favorable levels to mitigate financial risk.


• Provide strategic planning for campus utility production and distribution systems to include the development and implementation of the university utility master plan.


• Collaborate in planning, design, and construction activities.


• Manage and supervise staff in the development and implementation of organizational goals and objectives.


• Plan, develop, and execute operational and capital budgets.


• Foster collaborative working relationships with university, facility, and community stakeholders.


• Ensure code compliance and associated reporting.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants:

• This position requires driving University vehicles.

Job Open Date:

12/09/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Normal Work Days:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start:

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End:

5:00PM

Posting Notices:

Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.


Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State? :

* Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
* Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
* Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
* Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
* An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
* Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions




By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50661

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