Director of Facilities

Pitzer College•Claremont, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Facilities provides leadership and oversight of daily facilities operations, including staffing, project coordination, and campus support services. The role ensures college facilities operate efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively while maintaining high service standards, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. Responsibilities include employee performance management, budget oversight, vendor relationships, and support for capital improvement projects. The Director collaborates with campus stakeholders and department leadership to advance operational priorities, support institutional goals, and maintain the campus environment. This is a full-time, on-campus position in Claremont, California, working 40 or more hours per week for 12 months per year. Regular hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, though hours may vary for college or departmental needs, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays. The Director may participate in the Campus Facilities on-call rotation and respond to after-hours operational needs. The position supervises the Grounds and Arboretum Services Manager and the AD of Facilities, Safety and Event Management, and reports to the Associate Vice President of Facilities. The budgeted salary range is $125,000–$130,000 per year. The work takes place indoors and outdoors, including seasonal hot and cold conditions; some facilities do not have air conditioning, and equipment may produce moderate noise. The role is physically active and includes prolonged standing, walking, bending, climbing, lifting, and managing a high-volume workload with occasional long hours. Eligible employees and dependents may receive health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement savings plans; paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time; parental and bereavement leave; tuition reimbursement; tuition exchange program participation; and other benefits. Employment is contingent on meeting the position’s qualifications, work authorization verification, and a background investigation. A valid driving record acceptable to the College’s automobile liability insurer is required. New employees must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination, including a booster, or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption by their first day.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Eight to ten years of related supervisory or management experience required.
In-depth knowledge of facilities and related workforce.
Strong leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to foster collaboration, build morale, and promote accountability among a diverse workforce.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Knowledge of custodial operations, including cleaning methods, materials, chemicals, equipment, and workplace safety standards.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple operational demands with minimal supervision.
Experience training, coaching, and developing employees, conducting performance evaluations, and addressing performance concerns.
Ability to manage budgets, payroll, and timekeeping records.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the College’s automobile liability insurance.
Ability to meet the position’s physical requirements, including standing, walking, bending, climbing, pushing, pulling, stooping, twisting, stretching, and lifting up to 50 pounds from ground to waist level without assistance; climbing ladders up to 20 feet with assistance and up to 10 feet unassisted.
Ability to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment and work occasional long hours.

Nice To Haves

Spanish language proficiency is highly desirable.
Additional years of custodial experience are desirable.
Experience supervising union employees is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily facilities operations, assign work, monitor project progress, and ensure appropriate staffing and scheduling.
Provide responsive campus service while prioritizing students and the academic mission, including support for the President’s Office, institutional events, and campus activities.
Ensure regular building inspections are completed; assess facility conditions; and recommend maintenance, repairs, and improvements.
Manage equipment, supplies, inventory, and procurement for departmental operations.
Coordinate facilities services with campus departments to minimize disruptions and support events, activities, and summer programs.
Support the Associate Director of Maintenance and Construction on maintenance, renovation, and construction projects as needed.
Work with the Assistant Director of Planning, Capital Projects and Construction on contractor and vendor relationships, service agreements, and performance standards.
Supervise staff, conduct performance evaluations, and address employee development and performance concerns in collaboration with Human Resources.
Assist with departmental budget development, monitoring, and resource allocation.
Support campus sustainability initiatives, safety compliance, emergency preparedness, and response efforts.
Provide leadership and operational support to the Associate Vice President of Facilities and represent Facilities on institutional matters.
Respond to after-hours operational needs as required and participate in the Campus Facilities on-call rotation on occasion.
Perform other duties as assigned.