Baton Rouge Community College · 1 day ago
Executive Director of Facilities
Baton Rouge, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expBaton Rouge Community College is seeking an Executive Director of Facilities to provide vision, leadership, and strategic oversight for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations of all college facilities. The role includes ensuring that the College’s physical infrastructure supports its academic and workforce missions through efficient operations and sustainability, while also coordinating support for college-sponsored and external events.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide executive leadership for all College facilities, including capital planning, construction management, maintenance, custodial, and grounds operations. Ensure organizational structures, staffing levels, and performance standards align with BRCC’s mission, goals, and compliance requirements. Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on facility-related priorities and investments
Direct the College’s capital improvement program and deferred maintenance projects in coordination with LCTCS and FP&C. Lead planning, budgeting, design, and construction efforts for new facilities, major renovations, and infrastructure upgrades. Oversee the development of project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and contracts, ensuring adherence to state procurement and construction regulations
Oversee maintenance, custodial, and grounds operations across all campuses to ensure safety, cleanliness, and reliability. Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ADA, and other applicable codes and regulations. Implement preventive maintenance programs and energy management initiatives that promote operational efficiency and sustainability
Collaborate with the Public Safety and Environmental Health & Safety teams to ensure comprehensive emergency operations planning, disaster response readiness, and facility risk mitigation. Serve on the College’s Crisis Management Team (CMT) and lead post-incident recovery and after-action review processes
Coordinate the Facilities Department’s logistical and operational support for internal and external events, ensuring that College facilities are properly prepared, staffed, and restored following activities. Serve as the liaison to event organizers, ensuring that facility use aligns with College policies, safety standards, and brand integrity
Develop and manage multi-million-dollar budgets for facilities operations, maintenance, and capital projects. Monitor expenditures, ensure fiscal accountability, and identify opportunities for cost savings and energy efficiency. Oversee vendor contracts and evaluate performance for external service providers
Perform additional duties or responsibilities as directed by the Vice Chancellor for Finance & Administration to support institutional goals and operational effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree - BA or BS in any field
Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in safety, risk management, emergency operations, or related fields
Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams and cross-functional operations
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations (OSHA, NFPA, EPA, FEMA, ORM)
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
A bachelor's degree can be substituted for an associate's degree in construction management
Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)
Preferred
Master's degree in risk management, emergency management, or a related discipline
Experience in higher education or public sector environment
Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), or Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
Experience with the Louisiana Office of Risk Management and state property accountability systems
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations
Excellent project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation
Proficiency in project management software and tools
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals
Benefits
Retirement
Multiple medical insurance options
Supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
Holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Company
Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge Community College is a school in Baton Rouge.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Lowe's Foundation
2024-07-23Grant
Leadership Team
Renita Williams
Vice Chancellor for Institutional Affairs and Strategic Planning
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