Director of Facilities

Newman University is seeking a hands‑on, service‑driven Director of Facilities to lead the care, maintenance, and long‑term stewardship of our campus. This role blends strategic oversight with active, on‑the‑ground work, ensuring our buildings, grounds, and infrastructure support a safe, welcoming, and mission‑centered environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily facilities operations and perform hands‑on maintenance when needed
• Oversee safety, compliance, and risk‑management practices
• Guide emergency preparedness and after‑hours response
• Manage capital projects, renovations, and long‑term planning
• Direct budgeting, purchasing, and resource management
• Supervise and mentor a dedicated facilities and grounds team
• Partner with campus departments to provide responsive, solutions‑focused service

• Progressive experience in facilities operations, maintenance, or related trades
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities
• Hands‑on technical skills (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or similar)
• Ability to manage vendors, budgets, and complex projects
• Commitment to supporting Newman’s Catholic mission and inclusive community
• Experience in a campus, multi-building, or hospitality environment
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in facilities management, construction management, engineering, business, or a related field.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and approximately 20 paid holidays/breaks
• Tuition Waiver for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents after one year of employment
• Additional benefits to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.