Executive Director of Facilities Services

Position Summary Information

The Executive Director of Facilities Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all physical plant operations, facilities management, aesthetic maintenance, and capital construction projects at Juniata College. Reporting to the Executive Vice President, this role is responsible for the execution of the recently approved campus master plan, which includes, among other things, long-term facilities planning, deferred maintenance oversight, and utilities procurement while ensuring safe, sustainable, well-maintained facilities that support the College’s educational mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Operations Management

• Provide strategic leadership for the Facilities Services department, including direct supervision of facilities supervisors, support staff, and union employees while leading hiring, development, performance evaluation, and disciplinary actions.
• Foster a service-oriented facilities culture through effective priority setting, timeline communication, and coordination with internal and external campus partners while developing and implementing departmental policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Oversee comprehensive building maintenance (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems) as well as housekeeping, custodial operations, campus cleanliness, waste management, seasonal operations, and aesthetic standards through established procedures and quality inspections.
• Participate in the negotiation process and administer collective bargaining agreements; manage campus risk management programs and safety protocols, and ensure regulatory compliance with EPA, DEP, Labor & Industry, SRBC, ADA, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and Borough of Huntingdon requirements.

Capital Project and Construction Management

• Provide end-to-end project management for campus capital projects from conceptual design through construction completion, including contract administration, regulatory compliance, budget development, permit acquisition, and safety oversight.
• Lead architect and contractor selection through RFP development, evaluation, interviews, and contract negotiations while managing submittal review, quality control, and stakeholder coordination to ensure projects meet financial, operational, and academic requirements.
• Oversee project acceptance, documentation, warranty programs, building commissioning, and systems training to ensure successful project delivery.

Service Operations and Maintenance

• Direct comprehensive work order management through CMMS operations, including triage, scheduling, completion, and follow-up processes while implementing preventive/predictive maintenance programs for building systems and critical infrastructure.
• Manage Service Response Center operations and coordinate residence hall maintenance and custodial support with Residence Life/Housing.
• Support campus operations through room setups, furniture moves, special events coordination, classroom readiness maintenance, and continuous assessment of departmental processes to improve quality, efficiency, and workforce productivity.

Financial Management, Sustainability, and Procurement

• Develop and administer annual operations and utilities budgets, providing monthly analysis, reporting, and fiscal projections to ensure compliance and support strategic initiatives while managing deferred maintenance projects and comprehensive planning.
• Oversee all Facilities Services financial processing, approve major departmental expenses, and procure supplies, parts, and services through vendor evaluation and contract management processes.
• Manage utilities procurement and energy programs, including conservation initiatives, cost reduction projects, PJM Demand Response Program participation, and service agreement negotiations to optimize operational costs and ensure compliance.

Position Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, facilities management, Business, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and progressive facilities experience.
• Experience: 8-10 years in Facilities Management, Construction Management, or Project Management, preferably in higher education, K-12, healthcare, or similar mission-driven environments.
• Union Environment Requirement: Strong, practical experience working within a unionized environment is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Comprehensive knowledge of building systems, and work order management processes; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management systems; Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and safety protocols.

This position reports to the Executive Vice President and supervises a facilities staff which includes approximately 40 individuals.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement (403b), paid vacation and holidays, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, wellness programs, and more.