Assoc VP of Facilities

Eastern Washington University (EWU), a public regional university in Washington, is hiring an Associate Vice President of Facilities to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the university’s physical infrastructure. The role ensures a safe, functional, and sustainable campus environment supporting student success and oversees long-range capital planning, resource management, and service delivery across facilities units.

• Develop and implement long-term capital planning aligned with the campus master plan and the university’s strategic plan.
• Identify and implement best practices in facilities management, sustainability, and operational efficiency; implement and monitor KPIs for facilities operations.
• Advise senior leadership on facilities matters including budget, resource allocation, safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
• Review and prioritize preservation, maintenance, and infrastructure needs; lead campus space management and chair the space planning advisory committee.
• Oversee planning, design, and construction of new facilities and renovations; manage relationships with architects, engineers, and contractors; ensure adherence to budget, schedule, quality standards, and university specifications.
• Ensure compliance with public bidding requirements and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Direct and manage campus maintenance programs (preventative, corrective, and deferred) and ensure timely, quality support via facilities units and the work order desk.
• Oversee facilities services functions including custodial, grounds, recycling, snow/ice removal, surplus, trucking, warehouse, and automotive repairs.
• Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets; monitor expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure responsible stewardship and compliance with university policies.
• Coordinate procurement and contracts; recruit, mentor, and evaluate facilities leaders and skilled trades; foster professional development and a collaborative work environment.
• Be available to respond to emergency calls outside typical business hours and determine appropriate responses.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, facilities management, business, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible facilities management experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership/management role (higher education preferred).
• Demonstrated experience with planning, capital construction projects, managing a large workforce, and working in a unionized environment.
• Strong financial acumen with budget development and management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and environmental compliance.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team; excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; demonstrated responsive and flexible approach supporting universal access needs.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in related discipline; experience with sustainable building practices; experience supervising employees in a unionized environment.

• Schedule: Regular work schedule, typically Monday–Friday, 8:00–5:00; must be available for additional hours including emergencies outside typical hours.
• Term: 12 months per year; anticipated start date 07/01/2026.
• Employment status: FLSA Exempt (Executive); administrative exempt position.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, disability insurance, and retirement; generous vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays per year; tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members; discounted EWU sports tickets; access to campus workout facilities at a minimal fee; free transportation through STA buses.
• Screening/contingencies: Background check required prior to beginning employment due to access to funds/items of value and potential unsupervised access to vulnerable populations.
• Work authorization: Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; visa sponsorship not available.
• Immunization: Must comply with EWU Immunization Policy and provide proof of MMR immunity/vaccination (waivers possible for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs).
• Interviews: May be conducted via Zoom (camera enabled); candidates must demonstrate competence with Zoom and related technologies.