"Director of Facilities Management"

Director of Facilities Management

Classification: Administrator II
Department: Facilities Management and Administration
Sub-Division:
Salary Range: $12,800 - $15,600 per month
Appointment Type: At-Will
Time Base: Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About CSUF:
Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, Cal State Fullerton was founded in 1957 and has grown to serve more than 43,000 students. As a leading campus of the California State University system, the University serves as both an intellectual and cultural hub for the region and a driving force in workforce and economic development.

We are dedicated to student success through innovative, high-impact educational experiences and robust support programs. Equally, we invest in the growth of our staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training opportunities, and ongoing professional development.

As a member of the Titan Community, you'll have access to a wide range of campus resources and experiences-including the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden, cultural performances at the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Titan Athletics events, the Titan Recreation Center, and our Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary:
It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:
Capital Programs and Facilities Management (CPFM) is committed to planning, developing, and maintaining a safe, sustainable, and high-quality learning and working environment for the campus community. Facilities Management provides oversight of university resources and assets and is responsible for the development of the University's facilities including land use planning, capital improvement, project development, construction, as well as facilities operations and maintenance including custodial services, landscape services, building trade services, mechanical and electrical, and recycling services. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Facilities Management and Administration team as the Director of Facilities Management (Administrator II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The Director of Facilities Management reports directly to the Associate Vice President for Capital Programs and Facilities Management (CPFM), or their designee, and is a key member of the CPFM senior leadership team. The Director provides direction, management, and effective leadership to approximately 180 employees in various building trades, mechanical trades, custodial operations, landscape services/grounds, and is responsible for maintaining the campus facilities and grounds and the operation and maintenance of campus utility systems, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems for the campus, which is approximately 2.5 million square feet of building space and 256 acres of grounds. Responsible for the reporting and planning of general maintenance of facilities and grounds, preventative maintenance, deferred maintenance, and improving work processes and performance standards.

The Director of Facilities Management is a partner with the other CPFM directors and collaborates with various departments to serve and support the campus. In this capacity, the Director provides a high-level of leadership, advises and makes recommendations to the Associate Vice President for CPFM relative to Facilities Management functions. Provides regular feedback to customers and develops positive relationships. This position also works on special projects as assigned by the Associate Vice President for CPFM that vary in scope and may have either divisional or campus-wide impact. As a member of the CPFM senior leadership team, the Director of Facilities Management works in a team to develop and implement CPFM strategic goals and initiatives. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Construction, Public Administration or field related to the responsibilities of the position, and minimum of 10 years of experience in Facilities Management. Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills. Successful experience managing a full- service maintenance operation. Successful experience delivering presentations to varying groups. Successful experience communicating with a wide variety of individuals at various levels in an organization. Possession of excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to create positive working relationships. Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people to achieve organizational objectives. Ability to perform well under pressure of deadlines, conflicts, and competing priorities. Ability to use a progressive management style, including knowledge of employee relations and employee development concepts. Proficiency in using computer programs common to the position, including Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as the ability to learn and understand new software programs sufficiently to perform duties.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications:
Five years of experience in an upper-level position in Plant Operations, preferably in a higher education environment. Demonstrated management and technical abilities to administer the wide range of services associated with Physical Plant. Thorough knowledge of modern plant management techniques, including computerized maintenance management and business systems. Ability to administer a complex budget and manage personnel.

Special Working Conditions:
Will be assigned a master key.

Additional Information:
California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

Application Deadline: Feb 19, 2026 (9:00 PM)

Apply online at: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/fl/en-us/job/554540/director-of-facilities-management