• Work-life balance
• Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)
• Sick Leave – Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
• Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
• Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
• Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including:
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.
  • Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.
• Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
• Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
• Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path

The Associate Director of Facilities Services provides campus-wide leadership in the management of trades personnel, projects, budgets, and operational priorities that support the academic and administrative mission of Montana State University Billings. Reporting to the Executive Director of Facilities Services, this position plays a critical role in coordinating people, projects, and resources across the University, ensuring that facilities services are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

The Associate Director partners with campus departments and external agencies to plan, design, manage, and deliver construction, renovation, repair, and maintenance projects across two campuses totaling approximately 1.5 million square feet on 115 acres. The position leads the trades and supports the department of approximately 45 employees and is responsible for maintaining operational continuity while balancing daily service demands with longer-term capital and infrastructure projects.

Success in this role requires strong leadership, project management expertise, fiscal discipline, and the ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder expectations in a complex campus environment.

Desired Start Date:    5/6/2026 

Salary range of $90,000.00 to $110,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Skilled trades (preventative maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and painting)
• Utility operations • Balance routine maintenance, emergency response, and planned projects across both campuses

• State and Federal laws
• State statutes and local codes
• Montana University System and Montana State University Billings policies
• State Architectural & Engineering requirements
• Risk Management and Tort Defense policies
• File and manage insurance claims related to property or vehicle incidents and coordinate required documentation
• Represent Montana State University Billings at local, state, and regional facilities-related meetings and serve on institutional committees assigned

• Demonstrated experience in Montana’s construction bidding procedures and regulatory requirements for project planning
• General knowledge of applicable code of federal regulations and provisions related to construction contracting, procurement and project administration
• Demonstrated ability to lead, support, and coordinate a diverse workforce across multiple disciplines
• Proven strong skills in managing complex projects with defined timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Proven ability to monitor budgets, control costs, and manage resources effectively
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, respond to emergencies, and maintain focus on deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to represent MSUB professionally with system offices, regulatory agencies, and community partners

EDUCATION
Required Bachelor’s degree, or a combination of education and relevant professional experience sufficient to perform the duties of the position. 

EXPERIENCE
Required
Minimum of five (5) years of professional management experience in facilities services, construction, or one of the skilled trades Practical engineering experience or technical proficiency in construction processes and standards Demonstrated experience in managing a variety of projects Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends and translate findings into actionable insights

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

EDUCATION
Preferred Bachelor’s degree in business, architecture, construction management, engineering, or a closely related field
Valid professional or technical licensure (e.g., Master Plumber, Master Electrician), or advanced education/training in construction, engineering, or a related trade.

EXPERIENCE
Preferred
Management experience in a unionized environment. Experience managing facilities in a large, multi-building complex, preferably within a public or higher education setting. Experience working in public or government agencies. 

Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.

Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.

MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm