Director, Facilities Management

Lovelace Health System (LHS) recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, marking a century of caring, change and progress while continuously improving the practice of medicine. Across its six hospitals, 51 health care clinics and seven outpatient therapy clinics, Lovelace has 619 inpatient beds and employs a team of more than 3,400, including more than 263 health care providers. Lovelace continues to invest in our community, providing more than $80 million in unfunded care and supporting local nonprofit and community organizations with more than $350,000 in direct contributions in 2022. From the first and only hospital in New Mexico dedicated to women's health to the states only hospital devoted exclusively to cardiovascular care, Lovelace is a leader in meeting the healthcare needs of this region.

Ardent Health Services owns and operates Lovelace Health System. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Ardent Health Services includes 30 hospitals and more than 200 sites of care.

Lovelace Regional Hospital is a 27-bed acute care hospital providing 24/7 emergency services, intensive care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, surgical services and birthing services for the residents of Roswell and surrounding communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director, Facilities Management provides professional services in coordinating all capital expenditures in the design, development, construction, alteration or installation of LHS facilities and equipment. This position prticipates in the initial planning and conceptualization of building plans. The Director also coordinates among architects, designers, construction companies and employer to develop and implement designs that fit needs.

• Directs, administers and plans the daily operations, activities and personnel for the plant operations department to include but not limited to establishing and maintaining standards, work procedures and schedules.
• Manages and oversees designated capital planning, design, and construction projects. Presents or assists in presentation of capital projects planning and construction to various administrative groups.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with all applicable safety, regulatory and code standards.
• Participates, attends and/or coordinates a variety of professional and departmental meetings. Serves as departmental liaison or consultant on behalf of the organization.
• Takes ownership of assignments, special projects, pilot programs; other duties as assigned or requested.
• Communicates and listens effectively with internal and external customers; effectively understands instructions and shares knowledge.
• Cooperates and interacts with supervisors, peers, other departments and all customer groups demonstrating our commitment to "service".
• Meets Budget (Operating & Capital) for assigned areas.
• Mentors, coaches, develop subordinates to accomplish
• Develops policies, processes, strategies and goals that support Department/Corporation direction.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  
• Minimum: Eight (8) years experience in hospital plant operations and maintenance trade of which three (3) years must have been in a management capacity
• Desired: Code and safety compliance experience

Licensure:

• Preferred: Boiler Operator license and/or at least one other contractors or journeyman license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to generate reports and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to supervise
• Skilled in budget preparation