Department:
Unit:
Physical Plant and Facilities
Facilities
Unit Mission Statement:
The Facilities unit of the Physical Plant and Facilities Office serves students, faculty, staff and visitors in support of ESF’s mission with a commitment to quality
service. We design, construct and maintain new and existing facilities to meet evolving needs and ensure a safe, healthy and attractive environment. We work
in conjunction with the Operations and Maintenance units of Physical Plant and Facilities to ensure stewardship of the physical assets of the campus.
Work Sheet for Unit Level Institutional Assessment
Unit Goal
Link to ESF
Goals (by #)
Method(s) of Assessment
As a service organization, the quality
of our results depends upon the
performance of our employees. We
will support employees in their
pursuit of professional growth and
continuous learning to enhance their
ability to provide superior service.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6, 7
Establishment of minimum
annual training requirements
and unit level tracking.
We will maintain and demonstrate
1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
the highest possible level of technical 6, 7
expertise in our respective disciplines.
We will use our knowledge and skills
to meet the College’s needs in an
efficient and effective manner,
seeking out and applying the best
technological strategies for the
benefit of the institution.
Project-based customer
service evaluations.
Project-based customer
service evaluations.
Administrative evaluation.
Results of Assessment
Implementation Plan
As stewards of the College’s
resources, we will conduct our
business with integrity to achieve the
highest possible effectiveness and
cost-efficiency. We will prudently
balance the need to conserve
resources while safeguarding and
maintaining the assets entrusted to
our care.
4, 6, 7
Continuous assessment of
project management by
comparison to scheduled
milestone dates and budgets.
We are committed to environmental
excellence. All facets of our
operation and management as well
as the outcome of our work will be
exemplary in terms of energy
efficiency and incorporation of
sustainable design strategies.
1, 2, 3, 4, 6,
7
LEED checklists for rehab and
new construction projects as
an evaluation tool.
We will stay abreast of changes in
pedagogy and work with our
customers to effectively incorporate
evolving academic needs into the
campus’ built environment.
1, 2, 3, 5, 7
Before / after energy
consumption measurements
and comparison to audits and
models.
Evaluate engagement of
faculty and academic
administration in project
design.
ESF Mission & Goals
The mission of the College of Environmental Science and Forestry is to advance knowledge and skills and to promote the leadership necessary for the stewardship of both the
natural and designed environments.
Goal 1: Enrich academic excellence in both undergraduate and graduate education
Goal 2: Provide an outstanding student experience
Goal 3: Be the “go-to” institution with a strong and visible reputation
Goal 4: Become financially secure and independent
Goal 5: Strategically build and enhance partnerships and collaborative relationships
Goal 6: Respond to the needs of society
Goal 7: Invest in ESF’s human resources and physical infrastructure