Facilities Program Director

Company Description

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace! We are a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Job Description

The Facilities Program Director is a high-impact leadership role vital to sustaining a vibrant, world-class academic hub. Serving as the primary steward of the iconic Hesburgh Library—a nationally recognized landmark welcoming over 1 million visitors annually—this position directs all aspects of facility operations, space management, physical maintenance, and safety. Beyond managing daily physical plant needs, supervising facilities staff, and supporting branch library equipment, the Director serves as co-lead on all large-scale library renovation projects. In this high-visibility role, you will act as the principal liaison to University maintenance, public safety, and external partners, ensuring seamlessly integrated, safe, and efficient operations across campus. As a trusted strategic communicator, you will keep stakeholders updated on emergent issues and major building transformations, ensuring Hesburgh Libraries remains an inviting, accessible, and inspiring environment for Notre Dame’s faculty, students, and community.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Facilities Management: Overall responsibility of the 430,000 square foot Hesburgh Library building in support of the Hesburgh Libraries' goals, objectives, and mission. Leverages relationships and knowledge to support departmental needs and resolve issues across the facility and supervises a two-person facilities and mailroom team.
• Maintenance: Actively participates in basic maintenance activities that don't require Maintenance and Utilities. Activities may include moving furniture or equipment, lightweight repair.
• Renovation: Co-leads all Hesburgh Library large-scale renovation projects in partnership with the University's Facilities Design and Operations Unit, in consultation with key stakeholders, that balance safety, continuing service to stakeholders, and successful completion of the construction project, including checking all work completed by contractors and advising contractors on problems and issues concerning building renovations.

Key Attributes for Success:

• Organizational skills: Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Service-Oriented: Strong commitment to providing innovative and responsive service
• Collaborative: Commitment to sharing ideas and information with appropriate customers, stakeholders, and partners.                      

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Knowledge of building operations and basic knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. 

Additional Information

This position will be accepting applications until November 10, 2026.

This position requires a resume and cover letter to be considered.

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.