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Manager Facilities Operations (Full-Time/Day) - Jefferson Health

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
paid time off
United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Jul 23, 2025
Job Details PRIMARY FUNCTION: Manages, plans, coordinates and directly supports the administration of the proper operation and maintenance of uninterrupted light, heat, power, water, and monitoring systems of all Hospital buildings and services. Has direct responsibility for all peripheral facilities operations of "satellite" or affiliated facilities under the Facilities Department but not staffed by TJU Facilities personnel. Ensures the Hospital & University facilities overall condition and appearance are maintained professionally. The Manager has support role in the development and management of operating budgets for all departments and costs associated within areas of responsibility. Manages staffing schedules, ensuring coverage of critical events as well as everyday operational staffing. Supports the Departmental Administration in the identification and management of budgets (both operating and capital) and ensures quality control for departmental responsibilities. Has support role in the administrative and professional responsibility for the safe and efficient function and operation of all Hospital and University buildings, equipment, systems and grounds. Support the Departmental Managing Director and Director of Operations with relationships and routine interactions between the institution and the various outside regulatory agencies providing oversight to the institutions activities (TJC, PA Dept. of Health, City L&I, etc.). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develops and demonstrates a working understanding of client needs (patients/clinical units/research, etc.) and supports the Facilities department in minimizing organizational risk. Provides knowledge based support to drive continuing compliance, service level improvement, added value to patient care environment and satisfaction, minimized business impact of operational interruptions, and financial responsibility for requested service levels. Requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust as these needs change. Establish and maintains direct working relationships with key departmental representatives, area managers and staff as the leader of the team responsible and accountable for Facilities Performance and Customer Service. Provides direct support to the hospital through close interaction with Hospital Administration and Facilities Services staff. Conducts regular evaluations of clinical areas, research labs, and support departments to ensure that client needs are met. Monitors overall condition of all buildings related to academic, healthcare and research missions of the institution including all systems, equipment and grounds for safety and efficiency. Monitors and maintains compliance with state and local codes, TJC compliance and insurance compliance, and through periodic and documented inspections. Works in support of the Managing Director, Directors of Operations and with all Facilities staff, ensuring compliance with all requirements of regulatory agencies including continuous readiness for TJC, PADOH, and all other regulatory site visits. Meets with appropriate TJC, state, local, and all other survey and inspection personnel referred by Administration to review surveys and corrective responses. Reports to the Directors of Operations and Compliance on presence and results of all such inspections and surveys with any requirements or recommendations for corrective action. Working with the Facilities Administration staff, participates in the planning of future development of physical facilities and systems. Developing, reviewing and recommending approval of plans for equipment and systems retrofit, repair replacement or additions to be carried out by institutional personnel and/or outside contractors. Responsible for readiness, functioning and maintenance of all Hospital life safety systems (fire alarms, sprinkler systems, emergency generators, etc.). Delegating routine repair and maintenance of systems to Managers/Supervisors and contracting for periodic inspection and special maintenance of detection and control systems. Supports and optimizes the use of the Work Order / Preventive Maintenance system to meeting the need of the institution to provide a meaningful management tool for all levels of FM management as well as efficiently schedule and distribute the workload. In addition it must connect with the end user providing a user friendly means to report problems or needs and provide status feedback throughout the process. Use of the system reports for Hospital clients to provide feedback from which actions can be taken to improve outcomes both within and outside of the FM department. Responsible for Human Resource related issues of direct and indirect staff including employment, termination, suspension, training, grievances and promotions. Developing work schedules and assignments for his / her personnel. Supports the negotiation, application and management of the collective bargaining agreement between Jefferson and the Teamsters Union (Facilities Services). Assumes a leadership role in safety and the prevention of injury. Understands emergency procedures and demonstrates appropriate response. Involves staff in the identification of system issues and development of corrective actions. Educates, involves and supports staff in error/event reporting. Problem identification, problem resolution, and compliance with all licensing/regulatory bodies, as applicable. Job Description* POSITIONS, SUPERVISED OR DIRECTED (TITLES AND APPROXIMATE NUMBERS): 7to10-Facilities-Supervisors ________________________________________________________________________ INTERNAL/EXTERNAL CONTACTS: _________________________________________________________________________ EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field recommended. Professional association with ASHE, NFPA, APPA or similar industry based organization preferred with associated certifications. Management training helpful. _________________________________________________________________________ CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION: ASHE CHFM, certification preferred. _________________________________________________________________________ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 4-7 years of Maintenance Supervision experience in a medium to highly regulated or technical field. 1-3 years of Healthcare Facilities Management or equivalent (collective bargaining experience preferred) Work Shift Workday Day (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Primary Location Address 1101 Market, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. Benefits At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.