Facilities Director
The Facilities Director is responsible for the overall management of facilities operations for the college. This position is responsible for the implementation of the Facility Master Plan overseeing capital construction and major renovation projects; and supports programs and initiatives that drive the institution’s Strategic Plan by planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the construction, operation, and maintenance of college buildings, utilities, and grounds. This position is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operations of the physical plant, as well as directing the energy management program. The Facilities Director is accountable for the budget and serves as a representative of the college on issues related to the facility department’s budget management. Additionally, this position supports education, and campus community services by providing campus facilities that promote a safe and attractive environment furthering student, employees and community success and excellence.
Required Qualifications:
Education and Training: Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, construction management, engineering, or related field. Additional directly related experience may substitute for degree requirements.
Experience: Requires a minimum of 5 years full-time directly related experience in facilities management, remodeling, construction contracting, building construction, or trades related.
Experience must have included fiscal, supervisory, planning, and evaluation responsibilities. Knowledge of functions performed in physical plant operations and ability to direct those functions is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have general knowledge in the following areas: heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration, building automation systems, plumbing, electrical, masonry, carpentry, water systems, filtration systems, and roofing. Requires broad knowledge of building structures and building systems specific to HVAC, electrical, fire/life systems, etc.
Must understand local, state, and federal building codes and compliance issues and have the ability to ensure compliance. Requires the ability to manage the operations of a physical plant, as well as major/minor construction or renovation. Must have knowledge of utilities and energy conservation measures. Requires project management and short- and long-term facility planning and budgeting skills. Must possess the ability to schedule and meet deadlines for multiple projects.
Must have knowledge of architectural principles and terminology. Knowledge and skills in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, including use of computer-aided drafting (CAD) and computer networks. Requires strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Must have a well-developed ability to work with employee associations, contractors, subcontractors, and tradespeople. Also be able to work with compliance agencies and utility agencies/companies. Requires ability to enforce contractual requirements for repairs, replacement, remodels, and renovations. Must have supervisory and team-building skills. Requires ability to deal with emergencies and multiple projects and changing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Facilities Manager (CFM) certification and/or trades related licenses or certification, preferred.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Work is performed primarily in an office setting with occasional outside exposure to adverse weather, extremes of noise, ventilation, or other hazards during response to emergencies and visits to work and construction areas. Requires periodic travel to off-site centers and various meetings and training. Frequently work early/late hours and long hours. Must be available for evening and weekend emergencies. Must be able to read and obtain information from documents, plans, and drawings. Must be able to communicate in an effective manner in person, over the phone, and in front of groups.
Essential Duties:
Responsible for the overall mechanical performance, maintenance, and appearance of all LBCC buildings, grounds, and property. Ensure all facilities operations are performed in support of the college’s mission statement, strategic goals, and values.
Develop department work procedures and processes to manage the office operations, grounds, maintenance, custodial, refuse and sanitation, conveyance and equipment repair, special events services, and other assigned areas. Oversee all physical plant systems, engineering and maintenance, energy management and conservation, and utilities maintenance.
Ensure department operations are safe, effective and efficient, department assets are safeguarded, department information is reliable, and complies with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Responsible for the design, execution, and effectiveness of a system of internal controls.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations, employee safety training, OSHA compliance, and emergency planning related to area of control.
Manage the HVAC operations and building mechanical systems for optimum safety, comfort, and efficiency of operations. Supervise staff assigned to these areas to conduct maintenance inspections and maintain records of preventative maintenance to assure the continued operation of the energy systems with a minimum of disruptions to the comfort of the internal environments campus wide.
Develop and implement maintenance procedures for all buildings and related building equipment systems (e.g. fire and alarm systems). Oversee staff and contracted services assigned to develop comprehensive maintenance programs.
Organize and direct facility management activities to ensure compliance with the Board of Education, state, and federal rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Coordinate with local, state, federal, and insurance building inspectors for code compliance for safety, fire, security, access, and egress laws.
Develop the: strategic planning initiatives, capital improvement plan, capital budget, and risk management. Assist with the campus master plan by participating in the college’s annual budget building process. Develop the departmental budget, as well as monitor and control department expenditures.
Responsible for the principal planning, budgeting and management for all existing and proposed facilities, and infrastructure on the campus including new construction and renovation, preventive, corrective and deferred building maintenance, housekeeping, ground maintenance and utilities.
Oversee the employment process for the department in cooperation with Human Resources, including recruitment, selection, and orientation of full-time and part-time staff. Ensure all department practices comply with employee contracts, administrative rules, board policies, and state and federal statutes.
Counsel and advise department personnel on performance related issues. Conduct growth and development reviews. Resolve conflicts, coach and discipline personnel as necessary per guidelines established in administrative rules and collective bargaining agreements.
Ensure college facilities are accessible and ADA compliant. Ensure facility department web content is accessible and ADA compliant, equitable, culturally sensitive, and inclusive at or exceeding standards of the College and state and federal laws.
Oversee along with the Vice President, Finance and Operations, and other personnel, major facility construction, renovation, remodeling, and repairs. Work closely with college staff, architects, planners, engineers, and contractors to develop plans and oversee major/minor projects.
Provide on-site coordination with outside contractors on capital projects and major and minor maintenance conducted on all college properties.
Oversee major site work for maintenance and improvement projects to assure that appropriate construction standards and methods are followed within local building code requirements.
Manage an operating budget effectively for the maximum benefit to the College by planning expenditures and monitoring expenses throughout work processes.
With the Vice President of Finance and Operations, manage expenditures of college funds on major maintenance and capital projects, including long-term facilities planning.
Represent the college to neighborhood community organizations and with the City of Albany and surrounding communities.
Encourage and assist in appropriate professional development opportunities for all facilities staff.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Applicant Instructions:
Please complete the online application and upload or attach the following required documents:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
If applicable, transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click here for a list of agencies who perform these services.
When a degree is required for the position, the successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts within 30 days of their hire date.
U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for veterans consideration.
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Proposed Start Date: Number of Days per Year Management/Exempt - 248 Days FTE Load
1.0 FTE
Full-time or Part-time Full-time, Fiscal Year (Management/Confidential with Benefits) Number of hours/week: 40 Work Schedule: Varies Posting Date: 01/28/2026 Closing Date: 03/01/2026 Open Until Filled: No Salary Grade 128 Salary/Rate
The starting annual salary range is $105,749 – $143,072 for a 248-day schedule, plus comprehensive benefits.