Department Director, Facilities Management & Construction

Anoka County

1d • $128,128 - $182,811 • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Anoka County Facilities Management & Construction Department is to provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and well‑maintained environment at the highest level of excellence for the citizens and employees of Anoka County. The department is seeking a Department Director who pairs strategic leadership with hands‑on operational understanding and a genuine commitment to serving the community. Responsible for 2.5 million square feet across 260 county buildings, this leader ensures safe, dependable, and well‑maintained environments for county employees and residents. The Director will oversee a multi‑million‑dollar budget, guide annual capital projects, and work collaboratively with departments across the county to meet facility needs and support organizational initiatives. This senior leader is expected to be highly cost-conscious, demonstrating strong strategic and financial planning capabilities while ensuring the efficient and responsible use of public funds. The Director will champion forward-thinking cost strategies, implement long-range facility and capital planning, and pursue innovative, sustainable solutions that balance operational excellence with fiscal stewardship. This leader upholds the values of integrity, service, and stewardship that define the county’s commitment to excellence. This position is appointed by and serves at the will of the Anoka County Board of Commissioners and is subject to an employment agreement. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Successfully pass driver’s license background check.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Certification in Facilities Management through International Facilities Management Association.
• Experience in a facilities management position.
• Experience creating and managing a budget for a department.
• Knowledge of fire suppression, electrical, and mechanical building systems.
• Knowledge of building codes, OSHA and ADA regulations, and other federal and state policies.
• Ability to effectively organize, direct, and supervise individuals and teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide departmental oversight and direction in accordance with Anoka County’s policies and procedures, prepare strategic plans and develop operational protocols to accomplish the department’s mission and the strategic priorities of Anoka County.
• Direct all programs, projects and overall operations of the Facility department ensuring world class customer service for internal and external customers.
• Drive performance and priorities of the Facilities Management and Construction teams.
• Ensure consistent and timely communication of county-wide information across all levels of staff.
• Provide strategic leadership by meeting regularly with County Administration and engaging monthly with key committees to communicate Facilities Management and Construction priorities and ensure strong stakeholder collaboration and alignment.
• Communicate the strategic facilities planning and allow for minimizing expenses of county long term assets.
• Develop space standards and negotiate, oversee and maintain all levels of county buildings to outside entities and of outside space for county functions.
• Collaborate with departments to support their facility-related needs and initiatives.
• Manage a multi-million-dollar budget and direct multiple capital projects annually.

Benefits

• 24 days of paid flexible time off
• up to 12.5 paid holidays
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director