Leads Strategic Asset and Space Portfolio Management:
Leads the stewardship and optimization of the system's physical
environment by managing facilities, infrastructure, properties, and
space resources as a cohesive investment portfolio aligned with
institutional priorities. Establishes system asset and space
management strategies that optimize lifecycle performance, improve
utilization, increase flexibility, and ensure the institution's
physical resources effectively support evolving academic,
operational, and strategic needs
Establishes Financial Strategy and Stewardship: Provides
executive leadership for the development and management of the
Property Services budget by establishing funding priorities,
aligning financial resources with institutional goals, and ensuring
responsible stewardship of operating, capital, and renewal and
replacement investments. Evaluates resource needs, recommends
strategic investments, and communicates budget priorities, risks,
and opportunities to executive leadership
Directs Compliance: Ensures Property Services'
compliance with all applicable internal and external rules,
regulations, guidelines, and contractual requirements, as well as
LSC policies and procedures. This includes but is not limited to
serving as subject matter expert and strategic planner during
procurement processes and contract negotiation for LSC property
services, ensuring all contracts and projects meet required legal
and agency oversight guidelines and laws in coordination with
General Counsel, and ensures project appropriate construction
documents include specifications, drawings, and related
construction correspondence which is then saved and organized for
easy retrieval in a secure location.
Establishes Performance Excellence : Establishes
organizational expectations, strategic goals, and key performance
indicators that drive accountability, collaboration, and continuous
improvement. Evaluates system-wide performance, uses data-driven
insights to assess effectiveness and inform strategic decisions,
and ensures Property Services leaders are aligned with
institutional priorities while delivering measurable value to the
organization.
Integrates Operations and Capital Planning: Ensures
cohesion between ongoing campus operations and the planning,
development, and execution of capital projects, renovations,
modernization initiatives, and infrastructure investments. Ensures
that the people who build the things and the people who make the
things act as one cohesive team in a zoned, cross-functional model
across the system.
Leads Emergency Preparedness and Response : Establishes
strategic preparedness priorities, ensuring continuity of
facilities operations, directing recovery efforts for
property-related incidents, serving as system point-person for
Property Services during active emergencies, and organizing annual
tabletop preparation exercises with executive leadership and
external agencies to proactively protect institutional assets,
maintain critical infrastructure, and support the safety and
continuity of college operations.
Serves as Executive Advisor for Property Strategy: Acts
as the principal advisor to executive leadership, the Chancellor,
and the Board of Trustees on matters related to facilities, capital
planning, real estate portfolio development and management,
maintenance, and property infrastructure, presenting
recommendations that support institutional priorities, financial
stewardship, and long-term asset sustainability.
Builds Organizational Awareness and Alignment:
Communicates effectively with employees, leadership, and the public
through multiple channels, fostering engagement, managing
expectations, and elevating awareness of the critical work
performed by Property Services to support safe, functional, and
modern learning and working environment.
Performs all other duties necessary to accomplish the
objectives of LSC and/or assigned by supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Comprehensive knowledge of facilities systems including HVAC,
electrical, plumbing, structural, and building automation.
- Knowledge of basic construction safety requirements and
applicable building codes, ADA standards, EHLS operations, and
relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
- Familiarity with Building Automated System (BAS), Computerized
Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), and AutoCAD preferred.
- Ability to operate within an allocated budget and manage
budgets across multiple departments and project types.
- Ability and capacity to balance supporting the various needs of
the individual system campuses while also being able to address the
needs of the System.
- Skilled in planning, analyzing, evaluating, and executing
operational needs and services.
- Ability to identify relevant data and use it appropriately in
decision-making, including financial, operational, and performance
metrics.
- Excellent emotional intelligence and leadership skills; ability
to lead, mentor, develop, and hold accountable a diverse team of
professionals.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
at the superior, subordinate, and peer level, as well as with
external organizations, contractors, and the community.
- Must have fluent PC skills with knowledge of the Microsoft
Office, project management programs, and other software.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
The work is performed in both office and field environments. The
employee will regularly conduct site visits across LSC campuses and
properties, including construction sites, mechanical rooms, and
outdoor areas. The work may require some walking; standing;
bending; carrying of light items such as papers, books, or small
parts; or driving an automobile. There may be some physical
exertion, such as periods of standing, walking over rough or uneven
surfaces, recurring bending, stooping, stretching, or reaching. No
special physical demands beyond average agility and dexterity are
required to perform the work.
WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:
- Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a
Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general
office equipment
- Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to
carry out the functions of the position
- May regularly travel to different LSC locations
- May be fully reassigned to other LSC locations if
necessary
- Will need to work weekends and non-traditional hours in
response to facilities emergencies or critical project
milestones.
- This position is classified as an essential employee, which
means the individual may be required to report to work during
system closures or emergencies to support recovery and reopening
efforts.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree and at least 10 years of work experience, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience
- Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Facilities
Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a
closely related field
- Experience must include at least 5 consecutive years in a
current or most recent executive management-level position with
direct oversight of facilities operations, capital projects, or
property management functions
- Facility Manager or Project Management Certification
- Valid driver's license and compliance with LSC vehicle use
policies
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Lean Six Sigma Certification
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Related experience in higher education
- Related experience in a publicly funded institution
Salary
Hiring salary range is $156,000 to $179,400
Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted
full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall
in that range is determined by your related experience and
education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star
College, the resume submitted in the application process will be
utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined
below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed
to determine an accurate starting salary.
Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work
experience. The resume should include the following information for
each position listed:
- Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
- If the position was full time or part time
- If the position was paid or unpaid
- Level of degree completed including date earned.
- Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree
Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in
the Lone Star College job description should be included in the
resume submitted.
Benefits Marketing Statement
By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part
of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work
environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full
comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number
of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition
waiver, professional development opportunities and more.
Special Instructions
Go to the Job Search page, click on ‘My Activities’ at the top of
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‘Add Attachment.’ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title
once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached
your cover letter with your resume.
If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty,
Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the
following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching
Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.
You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters
or less.
How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY
We will not accept application material received via fax, email,
mail, or hand delivered.
Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the
academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on
your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication
regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).
If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by
phone, or email to schedule an interview.
Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which
Lone Star College provides the federal government with information
from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is
authorized to work in the United States.
More information on the E-Verify program is available at
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are
subject to a criminal background check.
