Executive Director: Facilities

TrulyHired; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) seeks an Executive Director: Facilities to lead the Departments of Planning, Construction, Maintenance and Operations. You will set strategic direction, oversee capital improvements, and align facilities with the district's educational goals.

The role requires a Master's degree and 10+ years of managerial experience in facilities, strong leadership, budgeting, and the ability to collaborate with the Board and external partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Ten+ years of managerial experience in educational facilities.
• Experience with capital budgets and facilities planning.
• Ability to collaborate with staff, boards and public agencies.
• Knowledge of regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees the facilities planning, construction, maintenance, and operations divisions.
• Develops the district operating and capital budgets.
• Liaises with Board of Education and government agencies.
• Evaluates programs for efficiency and economy.
• Sets policies and ensures compliance.
• Manages 3-5 departments and 1-5 direct staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budget planning

Leadership

Communication skills

Program management

Education

Master's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management/Planning

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing

Job description

Job Description

Title Code:

Executive Director: Facilities

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for total management and oversight of the mission, goals and plans of the Department of Facilities. Provides leadership and direction for the Divisions of Construction, Maintenance, and Operations. Serves as a key member of the Superintendent's Senior Staff. Directs and participates in the preparation of significant capital and operating budgets for areas supervised.

Additional Work Days/Hours

• Emergencies
• Outside of normal business hours

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, directs, and coordinates; the entire school facilities planning and capital improvement programs and all ongoing programs of maintenance of plant, operations of plant, and logistics.
• Develops, modifies and interprets administrative policy concerning facilities for other departments of the school system, the Board of Education, County Government, and for the public.
• Plans, organizes, and recommends the department's operating and district's capital budget for submission to the Superintendent and the Board.
• Directs and coordinates; activities of the Planning, Construction, Maintenance, and Operations Divisions within the Department and between the Department and other areas of school administration, to include replacements, additions, alterations, renovations, and modernizations necessary to meet the needs of the educational program.
• Regularly evaluates divisional programs and procedures for effectiveness, efficiency, responsiveness, and economy.
• Acts as liaison between Anne Arundel County Public Schools, other school districts and governmental agencies/departments on Facilities support matters.
• Develops periodic construction status reports for projects in planning, design, and construction phases. Prepares and presents exhibits related to facilities to the Board.
• Evaluates the performance of the Supervisors of the Design, Construction, Maintenance, and Operations Divisions and, through leadership and training, continuously improves performance in the organization.
• Initiates new policies and procedures; amends existing policies and regulations to meet changing conditions, mandates and circumstances.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other closely related professional or field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience

• 10 or more years relevant progressively responsible professional experience relating to some or all of the following areas: School/commercial building construction or modernization; facilities operations; facilities maintenance; and logistics management required; and
• Ten (10) years relevant managerial experience preferably in an educational facility environment required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of relevant Federal, State and County regulations and current trends and research in areas of responsibility
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff, parents, students, public officials and community organizations.
• Ability to identify program needs, develop plans to meet those needs, implement and administer programs, and evaluate and modify assigned programs as necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for Architect License. If issued by another state; must obtain within 1 year, a Maryland Architect License issued by Maryland Board of Architects preferred; or
• Hold or be eligible for Professional Engineer License. If issued by another state; must obtain within 1 year, a Maryland Professional Engineer License issued by Maryland Board for Professional Engineers preferred;
• Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Board Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• Executive level supervisor

People Management

• This position acts as the manager for 1 to 5 direct staff.
• This position acts as the manager for 500 or more indirect staff.
• This position manages 3 to 5 departments.

Management Duties/Responsibilities

• Interviews, selects, and trains employees.
• Sets/adjusts pay rate and work hours.
• Directs the work of employees.
• Maintains records for use in supervision.
• Assess employees' performance (productivity/efficiency) to make promotional recommendation/other status changes.
• Handles employee complaints/grievances.
• Disciplines employees.
• Plans the work.
• Apportions the work among the employees.
• Provides for the safety and security of the employees or the property.
• Plans and controls the budget.
• Monitors and implements legal compliance measures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Driving: under 1/3 of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time
• Outdoor environment: under 1/3 of the time
• In the community (homes, businesses, etc.): under 1/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 10 pounds: under 1/3 of the time

Travel Requirements

• 20% monthly day travel within the county to attend monthly Board Meetings and other in-person meetings as required. Visit school sites as needed.

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:

10/1/2026

Established Date:

9/5/2014

Title Code:

E06316

Title:

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: FACILITIES

Alternate Title:

Executive Director: Facilities

Reports to Generic:

Chief Officer

Reports to Specific:

OFFICER: CHIEF OPERATING

ORGANIZATION

Division:

Operations

Business Unit:

Facilities

Negotiated Agreement:

N/A

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:

VI

Days Worked:

260

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

Grade:

EG03

Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 6 - Executive Salaries)

Months Worked:

12

Hours Worked:

8

Job Family:

Executive/Cabinet

Sub-Function:

Executive Level

VR# 27060

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