Associate Director II, Zone Maintenance
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
Job posting number: #7323016
Posted: January 20, 2026
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.What You'll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and nine years of relevant experience including leadership experience over large complex operations such as physical plant, operations and/or skilled trades. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.
Requires a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field. Professional Engineering License (PE) or master’s degree in architecture and/or Engineering
District energy system (steam, chilled water) experience
Clear examples of previous experience with the below:
o Provide vision and leadership in the management and direction of the organization.
o Examples of having a customer service mindset, style, and reputation, with the ability to influence others to adopt the same.
o Financial acumen to develop, review, and manage the department’s annual budget, performing cost and productivity analyses.
o Examples of benchmarking and measuring performance metrics internally and against similar organizations.
o Provide cost-effective maintenance and repair and renewal services, ensuring a safe, pleasant, and appropriate environment for all employees, students, and guests of the University with a strong emphasis on customer-oriented service.
o Recommending the implementation of new and revised operations and maintenance procedures or modifies the programs to maximize the efficient utilization of time, equipment, and manpower in the upkeep of physical campus infrastructure.
o Demonstrated experience of building and leading a diverse team towards a unified and well-articulated mission.
o Excellent communicator, both written and verbally, who can relate to a diverse population and establish a rapport based on trust.
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents:
Application
Cover Letter
Resume


