Director of Facilities Services, Operations and Utilities

Director of Facilities Services, Operations and Utilities

Job no: 558774

Work type:
Management (MPP)

Location:

Monterey Bay

Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $11,607 - $13,125
* month

* CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position.
CSUMB Salary Schedule

Priority Screening Date:
June 21, 2026

Recruitment Status:
Open Until Filled

Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Facilities Management, the Director provides leadership and management of the Facilities Maintenance, Operations & Utilities Team, and plays a critical role in ensuring that the campus environment is clean, safe and well‑maintained.

• Supervises and mentors maintenance, operations, and utilities team staff, establishing expectations, goals and objectives for the unit.
• Evaluates employee performance, develops staff and prioritizes work assignments and financial resource allocation.
• Cooperates with other Directors and Associate Directors within Facilities Management and across campus to maximize departmental capabilities and productivity.
• Interfaces with customers regarding pending work requests, clarifies scope and schedule, and informs campus leadership of ongoing projects and scheduled work.
• Works with the AVP to develop and implement policies and procedures, and serves as campus administrator and liaison to the Chancellor’s Office on coordination of programs/projects with the CSU system Office of Capital Planning, Design, and Construction.
• Manages recruitment, selection, development, and evaluation of assigned personnel, including supervising associate directors of skilled trades.

• Develops, implements, and maintains a building management program for university buildings and facilities.
• Ensures services are delivered efficiently and emphasizes user experience and technology‑future‑focused operations.
• Establishes quality assurance programs using benchmarks and performance metrics.
• Coordinates facilities activities with other University divisions and maintains compliance with OSHA, building code, fire codes and applicable local, state and federal regulations.
• Monitors and manages the CMMS system, and coordinates preventive maintenance, deferred maintenance and minor capital outlay projects.
• Supports Campus Planning & Development on capital projects and infrastructure improvements.

• Oversees utilities operations, maintenance and capital renewal, working with utility providers such as PG&E and Marina Coast Water District.
• Supports capital projects and infrastructure improvements related to utilities with the Campus Planning & Development team.

• Manages financial resources allocated to facilities maintenance, operations and utilities, monitoring recurring operating and annual capital budget allocations.
• Assists the AVP with multi‑year operating budget planning and strategic planning processes to achieve short‑ and long‑term goals.

• Serves as contract administrator, overseeing contracted services including custodial, landscaping, waste management, JCI fire/life safety inspections and elevator services.
• Reviews and approves proposals for work not covered under existing contracts and ensures contractors meet university standards.
• Manages contract administration, including RFPs, renewals and annual accruals.
• Implements the Memorandum of Understanding for Facilities Management Services with UCorp.

• Coordinates and facilitates safety training and ensures employees perform duties safely.
• Works with Safety, Risk and Sustainability department to maintain a safe working environment and compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Tracks and maintains accident records and implements accident prevention recommendations.

• Participates in university task forces and special projects as required.
• Performs other job‑related duties and special projects as assigned.

• Graduation from a four‑year college or university in a related field and five years of progressively responsible…