Staff Spotlight
An alumnus of The Ohio State University, Craig Ramsey is the first college graduate in his family. Eight years ago, he returned to his alma mater to join Ohio State’s Facilities and Operations Development, which supports the university’s academic facility needs through design and construction, environmental health and safety, energy services and sustainability, operations, and utilities. Just over a year ago, he transitioned to the College of Dentistry to become the Director of Building Services.
Q) How did you become interested in Building Services?
A) My interest in Building Services has grown out of a combination of my education and work experiences in the construction industry. Being Director of Building Services allows me to use my collected skill set to provide the best environment possible for our patients, students, staff, and faculty.
Q) What do you like best about your job?
A) The people. I am fortunate to work with a wonderful, diverse group of people every day at the College of Dentistry. The challenge of providing for the needs of all of the different groups keeps me hopping and my mind engaged.
Q) What are the challenges?
A) I see every situation as an opportunity to make things a little bit better. There are plenty of opportunities with an aging building and budget constraints to find creative solutions for the college.
Q) What is your role as it relates to the new building?
A) I am excited to be able to work on the new building project as an owner’s representative. I am involved in planning, construction, and occupancy of the new facility. I am looking forward to helping the college continue to provide a high quality of care while educating a highly diverse group of oral health professionals.
Q) Anything else you’d like to share?
A) I am passionate about our focus on treating and educating underserved populations. It’s important that I work in an environment where I can support professionals that are bridging the gaps between levels of socioeconomic status and oral health care.