Director, Facility Services

Lorain County Community College•Elyria, OH

17h•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education or the public sector
Familiarity with campus master planning, deferred maintenance strategies, and sustainability initiatives

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
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.