Director, College Facilities

South Orange County Community College District; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 189,816 - 267,060; Full time

Job summary

South Orange County Community College District is seeking a Facilities Operations Manager to oversee construction, maintenance, and operations of its campus facilities. The ideal candidate will evaluate, plan, and direct all aspects of building operations and compliance with safety standards. A Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture is required, along with a valid California driver's license. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $189,816 to $267,060 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Master's degree is desirable.
• Valid California driver's license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and direct operations of campus facilities.
• Develop and implement environmental compliance strategies.
• Manage maintenance and repairs of existing buildings.

Skills

Budget preparation

Green building strategies

Building design

Knowledge of California construction codes

Leadership

Resource management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or related field

Master's degree in engineering, architecture, or related field

Job description

Salary: $189,816.00 - $267,060.00 Annually

Location: Saddleback College - Mission Viejo, CA

Job Type: SC - Management (Full-Time)

Job Number: 202400821

Office, Division, or School: SC - Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations

Opening Date: 05/04/2026

Closing Date: 6/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Supplemental Information

Required Documents: Resume and Cover Letter

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) (evening and weekends as needed)

Application Instructions

• Complete all sections and fields on the application and attach all required documents – incomplete applications may not be considered.
• Include all relevant education, training, and/or experience on the application.
• Do not include any personally identifiable, confidential, or otherwise unrequested information that does not pertain to job related factors (e.g., social security number, date of birth, pictures, etc.) on your application or attached documents.
• For job postings with a close date, all applications received by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) on the job posting close date, will receive consideration.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

To evaluate, plan, organize, and direct the construction, modification, repair, maintenance, utilization, and operations of the buildings and grounds, including classrooms, laboratories, offices, athletic and recreational areas, landscaping, parking lots, and other facilities of a complex community college. Manage day-to-day maintenance and operations of buildings and grounds; transportation and vehicle maintenance; facility planning and construction, including new buildings and modification/improvements and repairs and maintenance (scheduled/deferred and preventative) of existing buildings; sustainability programs; environmental compliance, hazardous materials, and safety programs; building management systems, including mechanical system controls and software to effectively manage work orders and facility scheduling; facility utilization, including instructional efficiency and community use; coordination of facility technology requirements; training, supervision, and evaluation of assigned personnel; division resources and budgets; compliance with District policies and applicable local, State and federal regulations. Supports college-wide planning, strategic initiatives, and shared governance processes.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties and responsibilities are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Plan, organize, coordinate and direct college facilities operations and activities; develop and implement appropriate methods and procedures to optimize efficient and effective delivery of services; compile and analyze data; develop organizational structures and work processes that facilitate attainment of established program goals and objectives.
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and/or direct construction to maintain, renovate, and improve existing facilities; develop facilities enhancement programs; coordinate and recommend approval for the selection of outside contractors, including architectural and engineering firms, construction contractors, vendors and maintenance companies, for projects defined as college managed facilities projects; develop long term strategic plans for campus facilities needs and assessments; work as a college liaison with district facilities planning departments on large construction/capital projects for the college.
• Plan, organize, coordinate and/or direct the development of sustainable and environmental compliance plans with strategies that apply green solutions; participate in meetings and committees to discuss sustainability and environmental compliance issues; implement renewable energy technologies, water conservation, storm water pollution controls, and incorporate best management environmental practices; work closely with college faculty, students and staff, and the community to research and strategize innovative ideas and solutions; collaborate on District wide projects; act as a resource to departments to research and develop new sustainable practices; research and draft policies for consideration.
• Provide leadership in the assessment, planning and implementation of the Facilities Master Plan, Five Year Construction Plan, Scheduled Maintenance and Special Repairs plan, sustainability plan, storm water management plan, and other facilities planning efforts, including actively participating in college and district committees.
• Plan, organize, coordinate and/or direct regulatory compliance with several outside agencies, such as AQMD, Fish and Game, Health Department, Fire Department, State and Regional Water Resources Board, Department of Toxic Substances, Integrated Waste Management Board, city and county agencies and other applicable state, federal and environmental agencies.
• Understand and ensure compliance with federal, State, local and District statutes, policies, administrative regulations and procedures, related to the assigned responsibilities, such as those relating to procurement, contracts and construction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, architecture, public or business administration or related field. Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, architecture, public or business administration or related field is desirable.

Experience

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, architecture, public or business administration or related field. Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, architecture, public or business administration or related field is desirable.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND/OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS

A valid California driver's license.

Professional Engineer certification is desirable.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Budget preparation, administration, and resource management.
• Building design, building trades and California construction codes.
• Green building strategies, best management and sustainable practices, and policy development.
• Current technologies utilized in the maintenance and operation of complex building and environmental systems.
• Cost benefit analysis and cost accounting.
• District and College organization, operations and objectives.
• District policies and administrative regulations and College and District operating procedures.
• Federal, State, and local statutes, including procurements and public contract code, Division of State Architect requirements.
• Materials, methods, practices, machinery and equipment used in electrical, plumbing, HVAC and swimming pool maintenance activities.
• Materials, methods, practices, machinery and equipment used for major facilities projects, construction, structural utilities, energy conservation projects, facilities repair and maintenance, landscape and irrigation installation and repair and college transportation services.
• Occupational hazards and OSHA safety standards.
• Operation of computer, peripherals and software programs, including database management, spreadsheet, word processing and specialized software related to District or College operations and facilities.
• Principles and practices of construction plan and specification preparation.

CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND CALIFORNIA STATE TEACHERS RETIREMENT SYSTEM

A California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree may not accept employment until after the first 180 days of retirement. Anyone retired from CalPERS accepting permanent employment with the SOCCCD will be required to reinstate as an active CalPERS member. Please contact CalPERS for additional information regarding your retirement status.

Any active vested member of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), who accepts employment with the SOCCCD to perform service that requires membership in CalPERS, is eligible to elect to continue retirement system coverage under CalSTRS.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

If you require special accommodations in the application and/or evaluation process, please notify Human Resources at least two (2) business days prior to the job posting close or initial screening date, by either calling [phone].

CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT

The SOCCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the SOCCCD is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

THE SOCCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

THE SOCCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER