Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Planning and Services

Central Texas College•Killeen-Central Campus, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration, the Associate Vice Chancellor is a senior leadership position integrating strategic planning, operational oversight, and facility stewardship. The position leads the Facilities Division and oversees capital planning, project design, construction, renovation, and maintenance for the institution’s buildings, grounds, and systems. It ensures facilities and grounds meet safety, regulatory, and aesthetic standards and that operations are efficient and cost-effective. This is a full-time, strictly on-site position at Central Texas College’s main campus. Remote work is not available because the role requires supervising and managing people. Regular and reliable in-person attendance is an essential job function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a nationally, regionally, or state-identified accredited institution of higher education.
Seven years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, campus operations, construction management, engineering, or a related field.
Two years of supervisory experience.
Ability to coordinate Facilities Management, facilities design and construction, and renovation and maintenance of existing facilities.
Ability to direct Facilities and Construction operations, including Building Maintenance, Vehicle Maintenance, Custodial Services, and Utility Services.
Effective communication with senior administration, the Board of Trustees, facilities teams, college stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and consultants.
Strong collaboration and leadership skills to ensure effective and efficient use of budgets, staff, and facilities.
Proactive problem-solving, course correction, and process improvement skills.
Ability to read and understand complex agreements and contracts.
Ability to lead and manage engagement and interests with architects and engineering firms.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance, life safety systems, environmental health and safety requirements, and risk management practices.
Ability to work strictly on site at the main campus; remote work is unavailable.
Regular and reliable in-person attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferably in Facilities or Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a business-related field.
Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience in a college or university setting.

Responsibilities

Provide direct leadership of Building Maintenance, Vehicle Maintenance, and Custodial Services, including the Director of Facilities and Construction.
Establish policies, procedures, and operational standards for facilities management.
Develop and lead facility condition assessments and preventive maintenance programs to keep critical systems operational without interruption.
Inform and support strategy for deferred-maintenance priorities and capital planning.
Coordinate and communicate facilities and construction initiatives with the campus community, Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders.
Collaborate with campus leadership and oversee capital project planning, design, and construction for major and minor projects, including college master planning.
Lead the college’s engagement and interests with its architect and engineering firm or firms of record.
Ensure critical systems, including elevators, fire alarm systems, electrical distribution systems, and other utilities, remain operational to support the college’s educational purposes.
Prepare and administer departmental annual operating budgets, capital project budgets, and construction project spending.
Initiate and manage RFPs, RFQs, and necessary bids in accordance with college policies.
Critically review contracts in collaboration with other campus partners.
Work with Risk Management to promote the safety of students, faculty, and staff through policy development and training, and ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and college safety, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
Develop and manage a campus energy and utility management strategy covering electricity, natural gas, propane, water, and other utilities, including oversight of the campus water system.
Perform other duties as required or approved by the Vice Chancellor.