Director - Facility Services at Avera St Mary's Hospital

Award Winning Health Care:  Avera has been named among the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems, Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Employers and Level 10 Most Wired Health Care Organization by CHIME.

Culture:  Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

You Belong at Avera:  Advance Avera to the next level through innovation, side by side with a leadership team proven to help shape the future of health care.

Avera is currently seeking a highly motivated Director of Facility Services with leadership experience.

May be eligible for up to $10,000 sign on bonus and up to $5,000 relocation bonus!

Position Highlights:

• More than a career! Avera is a mission-driven organization focused on people and our communities.
• As a Facility Services Director, you will be responsible for aiding in the efficient and productive operations of the Facility Services Department.
• Positive and productive team environment.

Job Summary

The Director of Facility Services is accountable assigned departments which may include Facility Services, Security, Plant Operations, and Grounds based on assigned location.  The director will assist in planning, organizing and directing all department functions and activities.  May manages construction and remodeling projects.  Responsible to establish goals, objectives, standards of performance and assist to develop policies and procedures. The Director will be accountable to interpret policies, standards and regulations to personnel, patients, medical staff and the public.

Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, developing, training, and retaining employees; planning, assigning, and leading work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; with minimum of three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Three to five years related leadership experience required.
• Facility Services leadership experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• This position requires a valid driver’s license and that the employee is insurable by the Avera Health automobile liability insurance carrier.
• Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CHFM) preferred
• American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE) preferred
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred

What Makes Avera Special?