Facilities Operations & Projects Lead

Cochise College; Douglas (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cochise College–Douglas Campus seeks an Assistant Director of Facilities to lead day-to-day operations, oversee maintenance, project management, and safety programs across campus environments.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, several years of facilities and supervisory experience, and the ability to coordinate with vendors, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance. The college values collaborative leadership and sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Applied Science, or related field from an institution accredited by an appropriate accrediting body, per US standards.
• Five (5) years of experience in facilities management with supervisory responsibility of at least two years.
• Two (2) years of experience in project management and database software.
• Possess a valid state driver’s license and meet driving record requirements for college insurance.
• Spanish and English bilingual ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance, construction, groundskeeping, custodial services and documentation; develop protocols to ensure quality and timely work.
• Manage HVAC, solar, water, wastewater systems; mentor staff and optimize procedures; ensure preventive and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with faculty and staff on work orders and scheduling; respond to urgent issues within authority.
• Participate in construction design and planning; manage in-house and contracted work; use project management software for workflow and costs.
• Supervise facilities control systems (HVAC, lighting, access, elevator, power, irrigation); promote energy conservation.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Applied Science, or related field

Job description

Cochise College–Douglas Campus seeks an Assistant Director of Facilities to lead day-to-day operations, oversee maintenance, project management, and safety programs across campus environments.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, several years of facilities and supervisory experience, and the ability to coordinate with vendors, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance. The college values collaborative leadership and sustainable practices.