Executive Director of Facilities

Department Information

Colorado State University Pueblo (CSUP) consists of oversquare feet of maintainable building area and over 250 acres of campus space. The objective of Facilities Management is to provide a safe clean and sustainable environment that will enhance and support the mission and academic goals of the University.

Description of Job

The Executive Director of Facilities provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Office of Facilities Management at CSU Pueblo. This role is responsible for planning managing and implementing all programs related to the delivery of facilities services including daily operations across multiple work units budget and resource management staffing collaboration of policy development and project prioritization.

As a key member of the CSU System Facilities Management Team the Director contributes to strategic planning resource allocation and the development of operational standards. This position leads the technical reviews of campus buildings and infrastructure to ensure compliance with CSU System State of Colorado Federal standards and applicable regulations and prepares funding requests for repairs renovations and capital construction projects aligned with institutional and systemwide priorities.

The Executive Director oversees approximately 32 buildings totaling oversquare feet located across 250 acres of grounds and facilities. The role manages 61 personnel through subordinate managers setting performance goals conducting evaluations resolving conflicts and guiding hiring and training processes.

This position functions as a liaison and second-level delegate with the Office of the State Architect (OSA). The Director manages CSU Pueblos controlled maintenance capital construction and equipment replacement programs ensuring alignment with state and institutional guidelines.

In collaboration with the CSU Pueblo State Fleet Manager the Director oversees the maintenance and allocation of equipment and fleet vehicles. The role is also responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance with standards and requirements from agencies such as the NFPA ADA CDHE EPA and other relevant regulatory bodies.

Additional responsibilities include forecasting and tracking expenditures managing capital assets approving purchases negotiating infrastructure-related agreements developing short- and long-term operational plans determining annual business plans aligned with the universitys mission advising on policy implementation in coordination with the CSU System Office of General Counsel establishing staffing plans and directly supervising divisional operations as a second-level supervisor.

Primary Duties

Leadership and Management :

Develop and implement approved strategic plans policies and procedures for facilities management and campus development.

Lead and manage a multidisciplinary Facilities Management team including maintenance custodial (housekeeping) mechanical structural and grounds operations - ensuring effective training performance evaluation and staffing.

Supervise and mentor engineering professionals technical staff and administrative personnel to ensure high performance and professional growth.

Oversee departmental operations through subordinate managers establishing performance standards and resolving operational challenges.

Direct maintenance housekeeping and grounds services ensuring appropriate staffing levels and service quality across 62 FTEs.

Manage personnel and fiscal resources across all Facilities Management areas ensuring alignment with the approved annual budget.

Evaluate campus needs and develop operational and staffing plans to support repairs renovations and new construction.

Collaborate with the CSU Pueblo Fleet Manager to support Fleet operations vehicle assignment maintenance and optimization strategies for efficient use of funding.

Oversee project management staff responsible for capital support controlled maintenance and internally funded projects.

Prepare and submit controlled maintenance and capital construction reports to the CSU System and the State of Colorado in a timely manner.

Ensure compliance with CSU System local state and federal regulations related to facilities safety and environmental standards.

Collaborate with the CSU Procurement Office and the CSU System Office of General Counsel to lead or support negotiations with external contractors related to campus infrastructure and facilities to ensure high-value service delivery to the University.

Serve as a liaison between Facilities Management and CSU Pueblo program leadership providing high-level coordination and support.

Supervise the preparation and administration of federal and state grants for capital improvement programs ensuring coordination with financial grant management.

Collaborate with facilities staff and campus staff to implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs to extend the life of university assets.

Build and define facilities division operational standards functions and goals to support institutional priorities.

Develop operational and staffing plans to support repairs renovations and new construction aligned with CSU Pueblo program needs.

Collaborate with the Facilities Management Team to set work order priorities review Project Initiation Forms (PIFs) and special project work orders and manage the approval process in coordination with campus departments.

Budget and Contract Management :

Collaborate with the Facilities Budget Analyst to manage multiple Facilities Management budget allocations in adjusting values based on expense trends and forecasts.

Collaborate with the Facilities Budget Analyst to conduct benchmark analyses to establish cost metrics across service areas and support data-driven decision-making.

Collaborate with the CSU Procurement Office and the CSU System Office of General Counsel Director of Facilities Services and Project Management to review and finalize vendor contracts to ensure compliance with CSU System local state and federal agreements and service delivery standards.

Collaborate with the CSU Procurement Office and the CSU System Office of General Counsel to develop specifications and manage the bidding and rebidding process for contracted services.

Process Improvement and Operational Oversight :

Lead Facilities Management divisions in identifying and implementing operational changes to improve efficiency service delivery and cost-effectiveness.

Guide Division Managers in developing innovative strategies that enhance processes reduce expenses and support long-term fiscal sustainability.

Facilitate data-driven initiatives by leveraging internal systems to generate reports and visualizations that inform decision-making and mentor supervisory staff.

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of process changes ensuring alignment with organizational goals and performance standards.

Provide strategic recommendations for organizational improvements and oversee the implementation of approved changes.

Standardize Facilities Management functions in accordance with CSU System local state and federal requirements and internal division protocols.

Implement best practices and internal systems that support future operational needs and budget realities.

Ancillary Duties

Other duties as assigned.

Salary Range

$130000 - $140000 annually

Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Minimum Qualifications

MBA Or Bachelors Degree in one of the following field(s) :

Mechanical Engineering

• Civil Engineering
• Facilities Management

Knowledge of State Procurement and NFPA.

Knowledge of Enterprise Asset Management Systems (EAMS)

Facilities Management experience.

Experience managing budgets.

8 years experience managing large work units in a Facilities environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Supplemental Information

All interested candidates must apply through the online application system. No other format of application materials will be accepted.

Applicants must attach the following documents in order to be considered for this position :

Applications submitted without the required attachments / information above will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. Once submitted applicants will not be able to make changes or add information to their application packet with the exception of their personal contact and demographic information.

Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Applications received by 8 : 00 AM (MST) on November 12th 2025 will receive full consideration. Screening of applications will begin only after this deadline is met and will continue until the position is filled.

About Colorado State University Pueblo

Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business the College of Humanities Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health Education and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs.

CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community creates educational opportunities fosters unique collaborations and supports inclusion access and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.

Among its unique features CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nations top 100 by U.S. News and World Report . CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library a new general academic classroom building and a newly renovated and expanded student center.

At CSU Pueblo Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.

Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

Other incentives include various on-campus event recreation and meal discounts.

About Pueblo Colorado

The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich diverse city of more than 100000 located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons crisp mountain air and 300 days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo biking or running along Pueblos beautiful river trail system golfing tennis hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural with large and small-scale farming and ranching and a diverse mix of service manufacturing and technology industries.

CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include but are not limited to criminal history (felony and misdemeanor) national sex offender search and / or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and / or credit check.

The University reserves the right to check additional references with prior notification given to the candidate.

Note : The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990 the Universitys annual security report is available at : State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or veteran status. Additionally the University complies with all other relevant federal state and local laws regarding employment practices.

It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodation please contact the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX at .

All employees of Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX (CRC) under the supervision of the Director of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes : understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the Discrimination Protected Class Harassment and Retaliation policy and the Title IX Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination policy. All employees are required to report conduct prohibited under this policy and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the CRC and to provide the CRCs contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at : Policies and Resolution Procedures Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX ( Policies and Procedures).

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 130000 - 140000