Director of Facilities Services

Director Of Facilities Services

Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for a Director of Facilities Services. The Director of Facilities Services provides strategic and operational leadership for Henry Ford College's facilities operations, including maintenance, custodial services, and physical plant systems such as heating, cooling, and power. The role is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and reliable campus environment that supports student learning and employee productivity. The Director also oversees work order and building management systems to ensure responsive service, occupant comfort, and energy efficiency. Working closely with the Vice President of Auxiliary Services and external architects, engineers, and consultants, the Director leads renovations, new construction, and infrastructure improvements, while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Core Competencies and Qualifications

*HFC recognizes that there are alternative career paths in which candidates may gain the expertise and ability to perform the essential duties and may consider a combination of education and experience in lieu of a conferred degree.

• Bachelor's Degree
• 10+ years of related experience

The most successful candidate will have a career that might include the following:

• Leadership and team management : leadership and management, staff mentoring and development, motivating and supporting team members, and directing or delegating work across maintenance, custodial, grounds, and building systems.
• Planning, budgeting, and strategy : budget development and management, planning and organization, strategic planning, capital budgeting, annual department budgets, and long-term capital improvement and equipment planning.
• Facilities operations and project delivery : leading all areas of Facilities Services, overseeing construction and renovation projects, coordinating room use and event requests, obtaining building operations supplies, and monitoring monthly facilities expenses.
• Vendor, consultant, and procurement management : vendor and contractor negotiation, preparing quote documents with Purchasing, and working with consultants on long-term facilities master plans.
• Communication and collaboration : communicating effectively with diverse audiences, working across all college levels, explaining technical concepts to nontechnical audiences, and collaborating with Human Resources on employee relations matters in Facilities Services.
• Technical and systems expertise : planning, implementing, and supporting systems in complex educational settings, understanding complex technical topics, aligning technologies with business goals, and using energy management and work order systems effectively.

Additional Unique Competencies

• Attention to Detail; Dependability and Reliability; Stress Tolerance - Thorough, careful, punctual, and dependable; remains calm and effective in high-stress situations.
• Building and Construction; Civil Engineering; Design; General Engineering; Road Work and Pavement - Knowledge of materials, methods, tools, plans, and engineering principles used to design, build, operate, maintain, and repair facilities and infrastructure.
• Communication; Interpersonal Skills; Building Relationships - Communicates clearly, builds respectful relationships, collaborates across boundaries, and meets internal and external customer needs.
• Contracting/Procurement – Knowledge of contracts, procurement requirements, negotiation, and administration.
• Leadership; Delegating Efficiently; Team Building - Makes timely decisions, motivates others, delegates effectively, builds trust, recognizes contributions, and helps employees set clear goals.
• Electrical; Facilities; Hazardous Materials; Technical Competence - Knowledge of facility and electrical systems, safety and hazardous materials, applicable standards, and the technical expertise and documentation needed to support operations.
• Manages and Organizes Information - Organizes and communicates information, understands organizational context, supports change, manages stakeholders, and applies project and quality management practices.
• Problem Solving; Recognizing and Dealing with Obstacles; Self-Management; Flexibility Analyzes problems, anticipates obstacles, uses research and evidence, works independently, and adapts to change.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities including but not limited to

• Lead and direct Facilities Services operations, including administrative, engineering, custodial, and support staff, to meet departmental goals and stakeholder needs.
• Serve as the primary contact for facilities operations, including campus infrastructure, utilities, sustainability, cleaning standards, emergency response, and property-related services.
• Lead departmental planning, staffing, and resource allocation, including hiring, vacancy management, job descriptions, staff training, and labor relations support.
• Develop and manage the departmental operating budget and support long-range facilities, capital improvement, and equipment planning.
• Oversee major capital, renovation, and energy management projects, including planning, design, budgeting, vendor coordination, execution, and stakeholder communication.
• Ensure safety, compliance, inspections, documentation, and preventive maintenance for facilities, equipment, and infrastructure in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Establish and oversee service standards, cleaning protocols, service level agreements, and vendor-supported services to maintain safe, clean, and effective campus operations.
• Coordinate with Human Resources, Campus Safety, Academic Affairs, and other stakeholders on labor matters, training, scheduling, safety, classroom logistics, and other cross-functional needs.
• Provide after-hours operational support, serve on committees and work groups, ensure compliance with college policies and procedures, and perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned and trained or qualified to perform.

Additional Information

Salary: The posted salary range reflects Steps 1-6. The full range includes Steps 1- 14 ($112,291.00 to $167,711.00) Starting salaries are typically below the top of the range and are determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications. Work Eligibility: This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. While we have attempted to capture the core functional responsibilities in the role, the statements contained in this job announcement reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Therefore, performing additional job-related duties not listed above may be required as assigned.