Executive Director of Facilities

Executive Director of FacilitiesJob no: 495319Closes: Work Type: Staff Full-TimeLocations: Baton Rouge, LACategories: Facilities

College: BRCC

Department: Finance and Administration

Type of Appointment: Full time - Regular

The Executive Director of Facilities provides vision, leadership, and strategic oversight for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations of all Baton Rouge Community College facilities, campuses, and auxiliary locations. This position ensures that the College’s physical infrastructure supports its academic and workforce missions through efficient operations, sustainability, and long-term capital planning. The incumbent serves as the College’s primary liaison with the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS), the Division of Administration, and the Office of Facility Planning & Control (FP&C) on all facility-related matters, including new construction, deferred maintenance, renovation, and capital improvement projects.

Additionally, the Executive Director coordinates the Facilities team’s support for College-sponsored and external events to ensure the safe, professional, and efficient use of BRCC facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities: 25% - Strategic Leadership and Oversight
Provide executive leadership for all College facilities, including capital planning, construction management, maintenance, custodial, and grounds operations. Ensure organizational structures, staffing levels, and performance standards align with BRCC’s mission, goals, and compliance requirements. Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on facility-related priorities and investments.

25% - Capital Planning and Construction Management
Direct the College’s capital improvement program and deferred maintenance projects in coordination with LCTCS and FP&C. Lead planning, budgeting, design, and construction efforts for new facilities, major renovations, and infrastructure upgrades. Oversee the development of project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and contracts, ensuring adherence to state procurement and construction regulations.

20% - Operational Management and Compliance
Oversee maintenance, custodial, and grounds operations across all campuses to ensure safety, cleanliness, and reliability. Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ADA, and other applicable codes and regulations. Implement preventive maintenance programs and energy management initiatives that promote operational efficiency and sustainability.

10% - Risk Management, Emergency Preparedness, and Safety – 10%
Collaborate with the Public Safety and Environmental Health & Safety teams to ensure comprehensive emergency operations planning, disaster response readiness, and facility risk mitigation. Serve on the College’s Crisis Management Team (CMT) and lead post-incident recovery and after-action review processes.

10% - Event and Space Coordination
Coordinate the Facilities Department’s logistical and operational support for internal and external events, ensuring that College facilities are properly prepared, staffed, and restored following activities. Serve as the liaison to event organizers, ensuring that facility use aligns with College policies, safety standards, and brand integrity.

5% - Financial and Resource Management
Develop and manage multi-million-dollar budgets for facilities operations, maintenance, and capital projects. Monitor expenditures, ensure fiscal accountability, and identify opportunities for cost savings and energy efficiency. Oversee vendor contracts and evaluate performance for external service providers.

5% - Other Duties as Assigned
Perform additional duties or responsibilities as directed by the Vice Chancellor for Finance & Administration to support institutional goals and operational effectiveness.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree - BA or BS in any field

Required Experience: • Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in safety, risk management, emergency operations, or related fields.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams and cross-functional operations.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations (OSHA, NFPA, EPA, FEMA, ORM).
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• A bachelor’s degree can be substituted for an associate's degree in construction management.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required Licenses or Certifications: Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)

Preferred Education: Master’s degree in risk management, emergency management, or a related discipline.

Preferred Experience: • Experience in higher education or public sector environment.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), or Associate in Risk Management (ARM).
• Experience with the Louisiana Office of Risk Management and state property accountability systems.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations
• Excellent project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Proficiency in project management software and tolls.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, BRCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. BRCC is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. BRCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.