San Diego State University · 1 month ago
Executive Director, Facilities Services
SD Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $220K/yr
7+ years expSan Diego State University is seeking a relational leader with exceptional technical expertise to serve as the next Executive Director of Facilities Services. The role involves providing leadership and strategic direction for over 250 employees, managing facilities services including maintenance, energy management, and safety compliance across multiple campus locations.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership and strategic direction for over 250 employees
Support approximately eight million square feet of buildings and 280 acres of improved and unimproved land
Manage day-to-day administration and management of staff and 18 managers
Responsible for work control, custodial services, grounds and landscaping, building maintenance, engineering services, fleet services, energy management utilities operations, and safety/OSHA compliance
Manage special funded facilities programs such as deferred maintenance, special repairs, and projects under the minor capital improvement program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible facilities management experience, including understanding of requirements for operating high voltage electrical systems, cogeneration power plants, central chiller plants, and steam/boiler systems
Demonstrated success in managing large complex budgets
Experience working in collective bargaining environments with union representatives
Experience overseeing work control and billing systems
Experience implementing process improvements
Experience executing sustainability initiatives including LEED O&M, waste diversion, and energy efficiency projects
Valid California Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire
Preferred
Facilities management experience across diverse facility types and energy infrastructure systems
Management experience in higher education
Professional engineering registration (civil, mechanical, or electrical)
LEED AP or Green Associate certification
APPA Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) or similar credentials
Benefits
Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.
Company
San Diego State University
San Diego State University is a public institution offering diverse educational experiences. It is a sub-organization of California State University.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$16MKey Investors
The Conrad Prebys FoundationNational Science FoundationU.S. Department of Agriculture
2025-05-28Grant· $1M
2024-07-03Grant
2023-06-01Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Leslie Levinson
CFO
Amy Weiss
Professor of Journalism
Recent News
2025-11-19
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