Director of Facilities and Plant Operations

Opportunity Description

Seattle Central College is looking to hire a Director of Facilities & Plant Operations in the Facilities department.

Salary Range for this position is $87,362 to $120,644 annually (depending on experience). Opportunity is open until filled; first review of materials will begin March 31, 2026.

Under the supervision of the Vice President of Administrative Services (VPAS), the Director of Facilities and Plant Operations is responsible for planning, coordinating, assessing, and directing the building maintenance, alteration, repair, capital projects, equipment maintenance, and custodial and grounds operations activities of Seattle Central College and its associated locations in a safe, cost‑efficient, and customer‑service‑oriented manner to support the College’s strategic goals and mission.

The Director provides administrative support to the VPAS and College leadership in coordinating activities with internal and external organizations and agencies on matters pertaining to the effective functionality of the buildings, grounds, and plant operations of the College. The incumbent must exercise sound independent judgment in the execution of assigned responsibilities and be able to meet deadlines under minimal supervision.

They shall be expected to conduct themselves with the highest level of ethics, integrity, honesty, and confidentiality.

This position supervises exempt‑unrepresented, exempt‑represented, classified, student, work‑study, and temporary employees.

This position is full‑time, working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, primarily 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position works 100% of the time on‑site.

We are a district of three distinct colleges:
North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College, and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington; we are leaders in change and innovation.

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including:

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Promotional Opportunities
• Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• Transportation benefits
• Tuition Waivers
• PEBB Wellness Plan
• Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

• Attached current resume.
• Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job.
• Required application materials must be completed and submitted online.

Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. If you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Seattle Colleges is unable to extend post‑completion optional practical training (OPT) to F‑1 students who receive STEM degrees.

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