Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $145,602.00 - $232,962.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Paid holidays
vacation days
sick leave
Paid military leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
retirement plans
short term disability
long term disability
Paid temporary disability leave
Paid funeral leave
Employee assistance program
Volunteer work hours
Parental leave
Workman’s compensation insurance
deferred compensation plans
Job Description
The City of Durham, located in Durham, North Carolina, is a vibrant and fast-growing city known for its rich cultural heritage, robust economic growth, and progressive governance. Situated in the Research Triangle Region of North Carolina, Durham is home to world-class medical centers, prestigious educational institutions, and a booming high-tech and life sciences industry. As the county seat of Durham County, the city benefits from a diverse population of over 317,000 residents and a thriving community that offers an excellent quality of life with a range of amenities and public services. Durham operates under a council-manager form of government, with... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, business or public administration, or related field
- Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible leadership experience in facilities/asset management, capital program delivery, real estate portfolio management, or public-sector infrastructure operations
- Proven experience managing large budgets, complex vendor/consultant contracts, and multidisciplinary teams
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Residency requirements consistent with organization policies
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, elected officials, and community stakeholders
- Effective communication skills
- Demonstrated success in project and operational management
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, business or public administration, or related field
- Ten years of progressively responsible leadership experience in facilities/asset management, capital program delivery, real estate portfolio management, or public-sector infrastructure
- Experience managing large budgets and multidisciplinary teams
- Master’s degree such as MPA, MBA, or related field preferred
- Professional credentials related to engineering, architecture, or public administration preferred
- Proven success in reducing deferred maintenance and improving energy outcomes
- Experience leading enterprise-wide facilities or capital programs in growing municipalities
- Strong political acumen and ability to build relationships with elected officials and partners
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive, transparent, and high-performance culture
- Demonstrated ability to manage resources responsibly and hold staff accountable
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead organizational change with empathy and sound judgment
Job Duties
- Lead and oversee all operations of the General Services Department including stewardship of City facilities, property, and public spaces
- Serve as principal advisor and visible representative to City leadership, City Council, boards, commissions, partner agencies, and the public
- Manage day-to-day operations and long-range planning of City physical assets, including deferred maintenance and capital improvement projects
- Provide leadership and direction to a team of 124 employees with an operating budget of $21 million
- Ensure effective governance, policy development, and performance management within the department
- Oversee the City’s partnership with Keep Durham Beautiful to maintain clean and green community spaces
- Lead a $355 million Capital Improvement Program with 114 active projects including facility revitalization and cultural/public art expansions
- Strengthen project delivery outcomes by engaging consultants and partners and improving processes
- Review and realign departmental services and resources to enhance efficiency and collaboration
- Develop consistent project communications to inform internal clients and the public
- Foster a culture of fairness, transparency, and internal growth among staff
- Emphasize sustainability and energy management initiatives to improve building performance
- Rebalance leadership roles to support operations and prioritize resident-facing services
- Prepare the department for future growth through technology adoption and innovative practices
- Engage with stakeholders to ensure accountability and alignment of departmental goals
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