Director, Facilities Engineering & Maintenance

Current Madison College employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday Job Posting Date:

August 17, 2026

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:$89,304 - $111,629(For current employees, pay may not be restricted to the posted range and will be set in accordance with the Madison College Compensation Manual guidelines for internal salary placement.)Department:

EVP Finance and Administration Services

Job Description:

Madison College , with its main campus in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Director, Facilities Engineering and Maintenance . This position provides leadership and oversight of the District’s facilities engineering and maintenance functions, including utilities management and sustainability initiatives. Madison College has eight locations across South Central Wisconsin with over half of its approximately 2 million square feet concentrated in Madison.

The Director is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, efficiency, and long-term stewardship of campus facilities and building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and related infrastructure.

This position provides technical expertise and guidance on complex building system issues, oversees District-wide infrastructure projects, and ensures compliance with applicable building code, regulatory requirements, and safety standards. The Director also leads institutional sustainability initiatives, develops long-range strategies to improve environmental performance, manages departmental budgets, and supervises maintenance personnel to support the College’s mission and strategic efforts. Success in this role is demonstrated through reliable and efficient building operations, effective capital planning and project execution, strong regulatory compliance, responsible financial and environmental stewardship, progress towards sustainability goals, continuous improvement of campus infrastructure, and the successful leadership and development of facilities personnel.

This position reports directly to the Executive Vice President, Finance & Administration and is a valued member of the leadership team. This team is dedicated to supporting the College’s mission and students.

Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the world, tackle challenges, and develop innovative solutions. Come be part of our great community!

Position Details

Schedule:

This is a full-time, salaried position with core hours typically Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. Depending on operational needs, this position may work remotely up to two days per week, with three days on site, typically at the Truax Campus. Remote work must be approved, and options are subject to change in accordance with Madison College policy.

Benefits:
Madison College offers an excellent benefits package, including vacation, holidays, health, vision, dental and life insurance options, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). A relocation stipend may be available for this position.

Application Instructions:
This position will remain open until filled, with first consideration given to applications received by September 13, 2026 , at 11:59 p.m. The recruitment may close without further notice after the first consideration date. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Required Application Documents ( Applications missing either required document will not be considered).Applicants must submit a:

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