Head of Campus Facilities Operations

California State University Channel Islands; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University Channel Islands invites an experienced Administrator III to lead Facilities Services & Public Works operations, overseeing skilled trades, buildings, utilities, custodial services, landscape, fleets, and contracted services across the campus.

The role focuses on safety, regulatory compliance, preventive maintenance, and strategic planning, with responsibility for budgets, staffing, and ensuring continuous campus operations and physical safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of ten years in facilities management and operations.
• Experience leading managers, supervisors, and contracted service providers.
• Knowledge of facilities maintenance, regulatory compliance, and budget management.
• Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate work and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operational functions of Facilities Services & Public Works.
• Provide leadership for maintenance and operation of campus facilities and utilities.
• Direct day-to-day operations through managers, supervisors, staff, and contractors.
• Develop and administer a comprehensive maintenance program.
• Ensure compliance with CSU policies, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, permits, and maintenance records.
• Prepare budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Collaborate with Planning, Design and Construction on projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budget management

Contract administration

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management, business administration, public administration, or related field

Tools

CMMS / computerized maintenance management system

Job description

California State University Channel Islands invites an experienced Administrator III to lead Facilities Services & Public Works operations, overseeing skilled trades, buildings, utilities, custodial services, landscape, fleets, and contracted services across the campus.

The role focuses on safety, regulatory compliance, preventive maintenance, and strategic planning, with responsibility for budgets, staffing, and ensuring continuous campus operations and physical safety.