Executive Director, Facilities and Construction Services - Pasadena, CA

Pasadena City College · Salary: · $223, $234,982.20 AnnuallyContract Management · Job Type: · Classified Administrator · Job Number: · 09834 · Location: · Pasadena, CA · Department: · Business & Administrative Services · Closing: · 3/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific · Under general direc ...

Job description

Pasadena City College
Salary:
$223, $234,982.20 AnnuallyContract Management

Job Type:
Classified Administrator

Job Number:
09834

Location:
Pasadena, CA

Department:
Business & Administrative Services

Closing:
3/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Under general direction from the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Business and Administrative Services, the Executive Director, Facilities and Construction Services is responsible for the planning, development, coordination, evaluation, and management of all District facilities capital, construction and building remodeling projects, as well as overseeing maintenance, operations, and grounds development and operations. The Executive Director will work closely with senior administration, management, and staff in support of the overall mission of the District.

Essential Functions

• Leads strategic planning and operational oversight for facilities, including infrastructure systems and long-term development.
• Manages all major capital construction projects and serves as the main liaison between the architect, construction manager, District management, and program staff to ensure projects are on time and within budget.
• Coordinates facilities requirements and construction designs with District managers, architects, and engineers, and directs the preparation of plans, specifications, and architectural/engineering drawings as necessary to implement new building projects and alterations.
• Advocates for District facilities project proposals to the State Chancellor's Office and other state agencies.
• Evaluates architectural, engineering, and other consulting firms' ability to meet District needs, and recommends the selection of architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Reviews and manages construction contracts and cost estimates to support project execution.
• Prepares the department operating budget, monitors project budgets, and prepares budget adjustments and modifications as appropriate.
• Applies for and coordinates state and federal construction grants.
• Provides in-service training programs for staff on policies, work methods, materials, equipment, and safety.
• In cooperation with other District personnel, develops proposals and implements plans for energy conservation.
• Evaluates maintenance and custodial operations, ensuring quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Manages the development and implementation of campus-wide sustainability initiatives.
• Ensures a safe environment for students, faculty, and staff.
• Serves on a variety of District committees as requested.
• Directly manages all aspects of employee lifecycle including recruitment, transfers, suspensions, layoffs, recalls, promotions, terminations, task assignments, performance evaluations, rewards, disciplinary actions, and grievance resolution, ensuring adherence to company policies and legal requirements.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, from an accredited institution, in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Public or Administrative Policy, Environmental Technology or a related field.

• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible facilities management, facilities design and construction planning experience in the K-14 sector.

• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business or Public Administration
• Five (5) years of leadership experience in community college or public works construction.
• Any of the following credentials from the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA):
• Facilities Management Professional
• Sustainability Facility Professional
• Certified Facility Manager

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with this position.

• Demonstrates expertise in planning and project management for large-scale facilities initiatives.
• Applies administrative policies and practices relevant to local and state agencies.
• Utilizes architectural, structural, and mechanical engineering principles.
• Employs methods and materials for construction, building maintenance, and grounds care.
• Interprets laws and regulations governing construction and repair of educational facilities.
• Knowledgeable of requirements for Facility and Project Division of the State Architect Certification.
• Conducts research, cost analysis, and budget management for competitive bidding processes.
• Navigates Title 8, 19, and 24 of the California Administrative Code.
• Practices effective supervision and personnel management.
• Administers state and federal programs and grants.
• Communicates clearly in both written and oral formats.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with staff, agency officials, and the public.
• Evaluates complex architectural and engineering designs, plans, and specifications.
• Supervises staff training and development.
• Prepares technical written reports.
• Demonstrates clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, staff, and community.

Physical Abilities and Work Environment - Activities and environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands and environmental conditions described below 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 essential functions.

Physical Abilities

• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.
• This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required.
• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
• Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.
• Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

• Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions.
• Employees may engage with staff, community members, and partner representatives to clarify and support the understanding of departmental policies and procedures, including in situations where concerns are elevated.

CORE COMPETENCIES - The District has identified the following essential skills and attributes needed for success in this position.

• Strategic Facilities Planning
• Project Management and Execution
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Regulatory Compliance
• Financial and Resource Management
• Operational Oversight
• Safety and Risk Management
• Effective Communication

Salary
$18, $19,581.85 MONTHLY

$223, $234,982.20 ANNUALLY

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
Pasadena City College (PCC) Utilizes An Online Application Process. Hard Copy, E-mailed, Or Faxed Resumes Are Not Accepted. Job Postings Will Not Be Reopened Due To Failure To Submit An Application Before The Closing Date For Any Reason. You Can Apply For a Position From Any Computer With Internet Access. Please Keep In Mind The Following

• If you do not follow the process or your application/resume is incomplete, your information will not be processed.
• If you need to update any submitted information, you will need to reapply in full. When HR sees duplicate applications, we archive the oldest and the most recent application and materials are considered.
• The selection advisory committee will review, evaluate, and consider applications and supporting materials received by the deadline. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview.
• While the acceptance of the application packet is done through PCC's Applicant Tracking System (ATS), all hiring decisions are made by a hiring committee.
• Once applications are submitted, they are final. Please carefully review your application and the documents which you are attaching to make sure that they are free from errors and complete. If you require assistance with your application, please refer to the application guide or you may contact NeoEd Customer Support at Customer Support is available Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. (PST).

All materials listed below may be required for your application packet to be considered complete:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

After a review of applications received, the District may require the completion and submission of supplemental documents prior to the interview process.

Additional Information

• Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
• Pasadena Area Community College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
• Applicants must be available for interviews at Pasadena City College at no cost to the District.
• Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at
• The Pasadena Area Community College District does not discriminate in the educational programs and activities operated by the District or in employment procedures and practices of the District. The Policies of Title IX as developed to date are available for inspection during normal business hours at the District office at 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91106.
• Crime awareness and campus security information are available from Campus Police. (Public Law
• The Pasadena Area Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. The District encourages applications from underrepresented minorities and the disabled.
• An applicant, who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Office of Human Resources.

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