Executive Director, Campus Facilities & Operations

Bowie State University; Maryland; On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition remission

Pension plan

Job summary

Bowie State University seeks a Senior Director of Facilities Management to provide strategic leadership for the university's physical environment. You will oversee maintenance, utilities, grounds, custodial, fleet, work control, and contracted services, ensuring safe, reliable facilities aligned with the institution's mission.

Reporting to University leadership, you will establish a high-performing organization, drive performance metrics, manage budgets, and partner with HR, Finance, Public

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 8+ years of facility management/operations experience.
• Leadership experience across facilities, utilities, custodial, and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to facilities.
• Experience with capital projects, budgeting, and asset management.
• Higher education experience is preferred; professional licenses/certifications (e.g., PMP, CEM) valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for all Facilities operations, including maintenance, utilities, grounds, custodial, fleet, and service management.
• Establish priorities, service expectations, and goals aligned with institutional objectives.
• Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, development, and performance management.
• Manage operating and capital budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across facilities operations.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Staff supervision

Financial planning

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management/PM

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Bowie State University seeks a Senior Director of Facilities Management to provide strategic leadership for the university's physical environment. You will oversee maintenance, utilities, grounds, custodial, fleet, work control, and contracted services, ensuring safe, reliable facilities aligned with the institution's mission.

Reporting to University leadership, you will establish a high-performing organization, drive performance metrics, manage budgets, and partner with HR, Finance, Public