Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University
Executive Director, Facilities Services
Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Job No:
552806
Work type:
Management (MPP)
Location:
San Diego
Categories:
MPP, At-Will, Full Time, Trades, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Position Summary San Diego State University seeks a relational leader with exceptional technical expertise and emotional intelligence to serve as the next Executive Director of Facilities Services. Success in this role demands a collaborative leader who can engage stakeholders early, implement change thoughtfully, and maintain high service standards in a 24/7 operational environment. The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership and direction for over 250 employees and support approximately eight million square feet of buildings and 280 acres across multiple campus locations.
Under the general supervision of the AVP of Business Operations, the EDFS serves as a key member of the AVP’s leadership team, responsible for strategic leadership and overall management within Facilities Services including work control, custodial services, grounds and landscaping, building maintenance, engineering services, fleet services, energy management utilities operations, and safety/OSHA compliance. The position also manages special funded facilities programs such as deferred maintenance, special repairs, and projects under the minor capital improvement program.
Position Information
Full-time, at-will role, offering comprehensive benefits.
Exempt under FLSA, not eligible for overtime.
Standard SDSU work hours Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., may vary based on operational needs.
Work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible facilities management experience, including understanding of high voltage electrical systems, cogeneration power plants, central chiller plants, and steam/boiler systems.
Demonstrated success managing large complex budgets, operating in collective bargaining environments with union representatives, overseeing work control and billing systems, implementing process improvements, and executing sustainability initiatives including LEED O&M, waste diversion, and energy efficiency projects.
Key Qualifications
Facilities management experience across diverse facility types and energy infrastructure systems.
Experience managing facilities in higher education.
Professional engineering registration (civil, mechanical, or electrical) preferred.
LEED AP or Green Associate certification.
APPA Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) or similar credentials.
Licenses/Certifications Required Valid California Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.
Compensation and Benefits Salary range $200,000 to $220,000 annually. Benefits include generous leave, retirement security (CalPERS), comprehensive health coverage, educational opportunities, and voluntary benefits such as Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, Legal Plan, and ScholarShare 529 Plan.
Advertised Dec 05, 2025 9:00 AM Pacific Standard Time
Applications close Open until filled
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment.
Title VI, Title IX, ADA, Section 504, California Equity in Higher Education Act, Proposition 209 and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy are complied with. Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation are prohibited in all university programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success.
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552806
Work type:
Management (MPP)
Location:
San Diego
Categories:
MPP, At-Will, Full Time, Trades, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Position Summary San Diego State University seeks a relational leader with exceptional technical expertise and emotional intelligence to serve as the next Executive Director of Facilities Services. Success in this role demands a collaborative leader who can engage stakeholders early, implement change thoughtfully, and maintain high service standards in a 24/7 operational environment. The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership and direction for over 250 employees and support approximately eight million square feet of buildings and 280 acres across multiple campus locations.
Under the general supervision of the AVP of Business Operations, the EDFS serves as a key member of the AVP’s leadership team, responsible for strategic leadership and overall management within Facilities Services including work control, custodial services, grounds and landscaping, building maintenance, engineering services, fleet services, energy management utilities operations, and safety/OSHA compliance. The position also manages special funded facilities programs such as deferred maintenance, special repairs, and projects under the minor capital improvement program.
Position Information
Full-time, at-will role, offering comprehensive benefits.
Exempt under FLSA, not eligible for overtime.
Standard SDSU work hours Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., may vary based on operational needs.
Work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible facilities management experience, including understanding of high voltage electrical systems, cogeneration power plants, central chiller plants, and steam/boiler systems.
Demonstrated success managing large complex budgets, operating in collective bargaining environments with union representatives, overseeing work control and billing systems, implementing process improvements, and executing sustainability initiatives including LEED O&M, waste diversion, and energy efficiency projects.
Key Qualifications
Facilities management experience across diverse facility types and energy infrastructure systems.
Experience managing facilities in higher education.
Professional engineering registration (civil, mechanical, or electrical) preferred.
LEED AP or Green Associate certification.
APPA Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) or similar credentials.
Licenses/Certifications Required Valid California Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.
Compensation and Benefits Salary range $200,000 to $220,000 annually. Benefits include generous leave, retirement security (CalPERS), comprehensive health coverage, educational opportunities, and voluntary benefits such as Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, Legal Plan, and ScholarShare 529 Plan.
Advertised Dec 05, 2025 9:00 AM Pacific Standard Time
Applications close Open until filled
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment.
Title VI, Title IX, ADA, Section 504, California Equity in Higher Education Act, Proposition 209 and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy are complied with. Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation are prohibited in all university programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success.
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