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New Mexico's physics job market is anchored by Los Alamos National Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratories, and the University of New Mexico, all of which have sponsored international physicists through H-1B and other work visas. Albuquerque and Los Alamos are the primary hiring hubs, with research roles spanning nuclear science, optics, and computational physics.
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Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Business Officer, the Physical Plant Director is both a strategic and operational hands-on position which, with limited supervision, responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, and controlling all physical plant functions including, but not limited to, overseeing the maintenance and operation of all physical buildings and grounds, supporting the construction and/or remodeling of facilities, and the development and management of the physical plant’s budget and inventories. In addition, the Director of Physical Plant supervises all physical plant personnel, manages the utilization and maintenance of the institution’s vehicles, snow plowing operations, utilities, security systems and oversees the implementation of fire and safety programs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage all physical plant operations, work order system, custodial services, and the maintenance of buildings and grounds
- Evaluate and ensure the efficient operation of the facilities, controlling operation expenses at an optimal level consistent with sound maintenance practices. Maintain familiarity with and apply best practices in the industry
- Provide administrative and technical direction and supervision to physical plant personnel in completing work assignments
- Advise on negotiations and bids for construction, renovation, and service contracts.
- Plan project assignments and delegate them to physical plant personnel; determine building and maintenance priorities. Work in conjunction with other ENMU campuses’ facility departments.
- Seek vendors and obtain bids for facility projects
- Provide interface and primary support for tenants and rental spaces
- Coordinate with the Operations Coordinator for set-up and tear-down for daily events and provide support to organizations before, during, and after events on college property
- Operate, maintain, and direct personnel utilizing technical equipment and machinery
- Develop and maintain a knowledge base, documentation, and advisory points-of-contact on the technology employed under the scope of the physical plant
- Provide familiarization and training to faculty, staff, and students on utilizing the technology embedded in physical plant operations (as appropriate)
- Monitor all life-cycle needs of all physical plant components, provide documentation, and advise leadership on life-cycle replacement recommendations
- Manage inventory control for ENMU Ruidoso to include assigning inventory numbers, updating FFAMAST Banner inventory, and secondary inventory lists.
- Complete both capital and computer asset reports required by the ENMU System
- Coordinate with ENMU-Portales on E-cycle and the disposal of campus-owned state property, to include the proper disposal of removed hard drives from E-cycle computers. Focus on minimizing excess inventory
- Coordinate investigations and reporting for missing inventory
- In charge of fire safety, including proper operation of the complete fire safety system. Coordinate with fire system inspections to include quarterly sprinkler inspections, monthly fire extinguisher inspections, and fire panel inspections to include battery backup lighting and emergency exit signs
- Monitor security system and surveillance cameras
- Advise leadership, faculty, and staff on key physical plant matters and problem areas
- Ensure proper upkeep of facilities, including (but not limited to) ventilation, lighting, solar panels, facility cleanliness, and sanitation; general appearance of buildings and grounds; and emergency readiness
- Create and maintain a preventative maintenance program; work with the Operations Coordinator to review the program and report progress to leadership regularly. Update the program as needed
- Ensure that parking facilities are maintained in good and safe condition with adequate lighting and safety features
- Monitor and maintain irrigation systems on campus, and ensure the maintenance of all landscaping
- Work with Operations Coordinator to ensure the purchase of necessary supplies, equipment, tools, and services from appropriate vendors and other sources, and the administrative management of inventory and purchases
- Ensure full compliance with regulations for the disposal of hazardous materials handled by the physical plant, working with the Operations Coordinator for record keeping
- Support project managers in liaising with architects, engineers, and contractors/subcontractors engaged in plant expansion, renovation, or other major projects for the campus
- Prepare and manage the operating budget, inventories, and records for the physical plant, working with the Operations Coordinator for record-keeping
- Issue keys, fobs, and security codes for the college, and maintain central key controls for the physical plant in collaboration with the Operations Coordinator
- Manage utilization and maintenance of college-owned vehicles, with support from the Operations Manager
- Collaborate with leadership, faculty, and staff to achieve the objectives of the college
- Predictable and regular attendance required
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Job Requirements:
- An associate degree or higher
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant full-time experience or equivalent
- A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in the field
- A combination of education and experience may be considered
Preferred:
- Technical certificate(s) in related field(s)
- Technical expertise in maintenance and construction
- Budget preparation, fiscal management, strategic planning, and policy development experience
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Leadership ability to provide technical guidance to staff
- Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate technical staff
- Effective communication skills across diverse audiences
Working Conditions
Physical Demand and Working Conditions:
Work is performed during normal work hours, with some evenings and weekends to meet deadlines. Work is sedentary in nature, which at times requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a consistent amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as physical demands and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.
Additional Information
Application Review Date:
Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.
Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link at the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:
Required Documents:
Please ensure that you attach all required documents, even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU, as the committee does not have access to those records.
- Letter of interest
- Resume
- Contact information for three references (blind or off-list reference checks may be conducted on finalists)
- Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)
Equal Employment Opportunity /Title IX/IPRA.
Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (575) 562-2115. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore, ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either titleix.coordinator@enmu.eu, (575) 562-2235, or Curry Hall Office 127, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for inspection of public records should be sent to planning.analysis@enmu.edu. For any other inquiries, please contact Human Resources at (575) 562-2115 or e-mail ENMU.HRrecruiter@enmu.edu.
Insurance
Insurance for Eastern New Mexico University is offered through the New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority. High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that’s right for them.
- Health insurance is offered through both Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico and the Presbyterian Health Plan
- Dental insurance is offered through United Concordia, Delta Dental, and Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental
- Vision insurance is offered through Davis Vision.
- Life insurance is offered through Standard Life Insurance Company and UNUM Life Insurance Company.
Retirement
Eastern New Mexico University participates with the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB), Social Security, and Medicare.
The University also offers supplemental retirement plans. 403b and 457b plans are available through TIAA/CREF, AIG VALIC, Roth 403b and 457b plans are also available through TIAA/CREF.
Paid Time Off
Full time exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month.
Employee Educational Assistance Plan
Eastern New Mexico University offers a tuition waiver for regular employees and retirees. This program waives the tuition for three courses (up to nine credit hours) per semester. Employees' spouses or children may be eligible to use the tuition waiver during any semester that it is not being used by the employee.
Position Overview
Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Business Officer, the Physical Plant Director is both a strategic and operational hands-on position which, with limited supervision, responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, and controlling all physical plant functions including, but not limited to, overseeing the maintenance and operation of all physical buildings and grounds, supporting the construction and/or remodeling of facilities, and the development and management of the physical plant’s budget and inventories. In addition, the Director of Physical Plant supervises all physical plant personnel, manages the utilization and maintenance of the institution’s vehicles, snow plowing operations, utilities, security systems and oversees the implementation of fire and safety programs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage all physical plant operations, work order system, custodial services, and the maintenance of buildings and grounds
- Evaluate and ensure the efficient operation of the facilities, controlling operation expenses at an optimal level consistent with sound maintenance practices. Maintain familiarity with and apply best practices in the industry
- Provide administrative and technical direction and supervision to physical plant personnel in completing work assignments
- Advise on negotiations and bids for construction, renovation, and service contracts.
- Plan project assignments and delegate them to physical plant personnel; determine building and maintenance priorities. Work in conjunction with other ENMU campuses’ facility departments.
- Seek vendors and obtain bids for facility projects
- Provide interface and primary support for tenants and rental spaces
- Coordinate with the Operations Coordinator for set-up and tear-down for daily events and provide support to organizations before, during, and after events on college property
- Operate, maintain, and direct personnel utilizing technical equipment and machinery
- Develop and maintain a knowledge base, documentation, and advisory points-of-contact on the technology employed under the scope of the physical plant
- Provide familiarization and training to faculty, staff, and students on utilizing the technology embedded in physical plant operations (as appropriate)
- Monitor all life-cycle needs of all physical plant components, provide documentation, and advise leadership on life-cycle replacement recommendations
- Manage inventory control for ENMU Ruidoso to include assigning inventory numbers, updating FFAMAST Banner inventory, and secondary inventory lists.
- Complete both capital and computer asset reports required by the ENMU System
- Coordinate with ENMU-Portales on E-cycle and the disposal of campus-owned state property, to include the proper disposal of removed hard drives from E-cycle computers. Focus on minimizing excess inventory
- Coordinate investigations and reporting for missing inventory
- In charge of fire safety, including proper operation of the complete fire safety system. Coordinate with fire system inspections to include quarterly sprinkler inspections, monthly fire extinguisher inspections, and fire panel inspections to include battery backup lighting and emergency exit signs
- Monitor security system and surveillance cameras
- Advise leadership, faculty, and staff on key physical plant matters and problem areas
- Ensure proper upkeep of facilities, including (but not limited to) ventilation, lighting, solar panels, facility cleanliness, and sanitation; general appearance of buildings and grounds; and emergency readiness
- Create and maintain a preventative maintenance program; work with the Operations Coordinator to review the program and report progress to leadership regularly. Update the program as needed
- Ensure that parking facilities are maintained in good and safe condition with adequate lighting and safety features
- Monitor and maintain irrigation systems on campus, and ensure the maintenance of all landscaping
- Work with Operations Coordinator to ensure the purchase of necessary supplies, equipment, tools, and services from appropriate vendors and other sources, and the administrative management of inventory and purchases
- Ensure full compliance with regulations for the disposal of hazardous materials handled by the physical plant, working with the Operations Coordinator for record keeping
- Support project managers in liaising with architects, engineers, and contractors/subcontractors engaged in plant expansion, renovation, or other major projects for the campus
- Prepare and manage the operating budget, inventories, and records for the physical plant, working with the Operations Coordinator for record-keeping
- Issue keys, fobs, and security codes for the college, and maintain central key controls for the physical plant in collaboration with the Operations Coordinator
- Manage utilization and maintenance of college-owned vehicles, with support from the Operations Manager
- Collaborate with leadership, faculty, and staff to achieve the objectives of the college
- Predictable and regular attendance required
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Job Requirements:
- An associate degree or higher
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant full-time experience or equivalent
- A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in the field
- A combination of education and experience may be considered
Preferred:
- Technical certificate(s) in related field(s)
- Technical expertise in maintenance and construction
- Budget preparation, fiscal management, strategic planning, and policy development experience
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Leadership ability to provide technical guidance to staff
- Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate technical staff
- Effective communication skills across diverse audiences
Working Conditions
Physical Demand and Working Conditions:
Work is performed during normal work hours, with some evenings and weekends to meet deadlines. Work is sedentary in nature, which at times requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a consistent amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as physical demands and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.
Additional Information
Application Review Date:
Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.
Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link at the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:
Required Documents:
Please ensure that you attach all required documents, even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU, as the committee does not have access to those records.
- Letter of interest
- Resume
- Contact information for three references (blind or off-list reference checks may be conducted on finalists)
- Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)
Equal Employment Opportunity /Title IX/IPRA.
Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (575) 562-2115. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore, ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either titleix.coordinator@enmu.eu, (575) 562-2235, or Curry Hall Office 127, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for inspection of public records should be sent to planning.analysis@enmu.edu. For any other inquiries, please contact Human Resources at (575) 562-2115 or e-mail ENMU.HRrecruiter@enmu.edu.
Insurance
Insurance for Eastern New Mexico University is offered through the New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority. High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that’s right for them.
- Health insurance is offered through both Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico and the Presbyterian Health Plan
- Dental insurance is offered through United Concordia, Delta Dental, and Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental
- Vision insurance is offered through Davis Vision.
- Life insurance is offered through Standard Life Insurance Company and UNUM Life Insurance Company.
Retirement
Eastern New Mexico University participates with the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB), Social Security, and Medicare.
The University also offers supplemental retirement plans. 403b and 457b plans are available through TIAA/CREF, AIG VALIC, Roth 403b and 457b plans are also available through TIAA/CREF.
Paid Time Off
Full time exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month.
Employee Educational Assistance Plan
Eastern New Mexico University offers a tuition waiver for regular employees and retirees. This program waives the tuition for three courses (up to nine credit hours) per semester. Employees' spouses or children may be eligible to use the tuition waiver during any semester that it is not being used by the employee.
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Which companies sponsor visas for physicists in New Mexico?
Los Alamos National Laboratory and Sandia National Laboratories are the largest employers of physicists in New Mexico and have established records of H-1B sponsorship for research and technical roles. The University of New Mexico and New Mexico State University also sponsor international physicists for faculty and postdoctoral positions. Smaller defense contractors and optics firms in the Albuquerque area occasionally sponsor as well.
Which visa types are most common for physics roles in New Mexico?
The H-1B is the most common visa for physics roles in New Mexico, as most positions require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific field, satisfying the specialty occupation requirement. J-1 visas are widely used for postdoctoral researchers at national laboratories and universities. O-1 visas appear for physicists with extraordinary ability, particularly those with significant publication records or awards.
Which cities in New Mexico have the most physics sponsorship jobs?
Albuquerque accounts for the largest share of physics sponsorship jobs in New Mexico, driven by Sandia National Laboratories and the University of New Mexico. Los Alamos is a close second, with Los Alamos National Laboratory employing a large concentration of physicists across nuclear, materials, and computational research. Las Cruces has a smaller but active pipeline through New Mexico State University.
How to find physics visa sponsorship jobs in New Mexico?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters physics roles in New Mexico by visa sponsorship availability, saving you from manually checking whether each employer sponsors. You can search by state and role to surface positions at employers like Los Alamos National Laboratory, Sandia, and university research departments that have active sponsorship histories for physicists.
Are there any state-specific considerations for physicists seeking sponsorship in New Mexico?
Many of New Mexico's top physics employers, including the national laboratories, work on defense and energy projects that require security clearances. International candidates should be aware that obtaining a U.S. security clearance while on a work visa is a separate and often lengthy process that is not guaranteed. Some roles are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents, so reviewing eligibility requirements carefully before applying is important.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physics jobs in New Mexico?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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