Company: Lorain County Community College
Job Location:
Category: Manager/Director
Type: Full-Time
Lorain County Community College (LCCC) seeks an accomplished facilities professional to serve as Director, Facility Services at a transformative moment for the institution. As the College approaches completion of a comprehensive campus master planning effort, this position will play a pivotal role in shaping the physical campus that will guide LCCC’s academic, operational, and community mission for the next ten years.
The Director of Facility Services provides senior‑level leadership for campus facilities operations, infrastructure, construction, and physical planning, reporting to the Vice President for Administrative Services/Treasurer. The position serves as a key institutional resource and strategic partner, working closely with the Vice President to guide facilities decision‑making, capital investments, and long‑range planning. As LCCC moves from master plan development into implementation, the Director will be instrumental in translating vision into built outcomes that support student success, innovation, and sustainability.
LCCC holds a unique position in higher education as Ohio’s first community college with a permanent campus, a legacy that consistently shapes the College’s commitment to its mission and dedication to community engagement. Today, LCCC is nationally recognized for its innovation, community partnerships, and forward‑looking approach to institutional planning and operations.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight for campus facilities operations, including maintenance, custodial services, grounds, utilities, building systems, and sustainability efforts
- Plan, manage, and oversee capital construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects
- Play a central role in implementing the campus master plan and aligning facilities initiatives with institutional priorities
- Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on facility, infrastructure, and space‑related matters
- Develop and manage operating and capital budgets for Facility Services
- Ensure compliance with safety, accessibility, environmental, and regulatory requirements
- Lead, mentor, and support facilities staff while fostering a collaborative and service‑oriented culture
Professional Statement
Facilities leadership requires navigating competing priorities, both visible and underlying, in a resource-constrained environment.
How do you assess conditions, set priorities, and allocate resources? Please describe how you approach tradeoffs, communicate decisions, and the principles that guide your approach.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, construction, capital planning, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing complex projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in higher education or the public sector
- Familiarity with campus master planning, deferred maintenance strategies, and sustainability initiatives
The complete application file should include: an LCCC Employment Application, a cover letter detailing area(s) of expertise and relevant experience, a comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) or resume, a professional statement (see above), and unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate). All can be uploaded to the online application. Incomplete files will not be considered. Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Candidate selected will be required to complete a background check prior to being hired.
Position includes a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; participation in state pension programs or alternative retirement plans; tuition assistance; generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays); and access to onsite childcare, free parking and fitness facilities.
