Senior Director, Facilities Planning and Construction (Restricted Funds)

Posting Number:

CM-319-2025

Posting Title:

Senior Director, Facilities Planning and Construction (Restricted Funds)

Position Title:

Senior Director, Facilities Planning and Construction

Division:

Administrative Services

Department:

Facilities Planning and Management

FTE:

100

Term (month/year):

12 Months/Year

Primary Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8 hours per day with additional hours as needed

Shift Differential::

Shift differential eligibility based on the current collective bargaining agreement.

Health & Welfare::

• Mt. San Antonio College offers a competitive and excellent benefits package providing medical, dental, and vision benefits to eligible employees and their dependents. Lifetime supplemental medical benefits are also available for eligible retirees.

• The College contributes an annual premium up to the family coverage amount equivalent to Kaiser Permanente $15 office visit medical, DeltaCare HMO dental, VSP vision and life insurance plans for eligible employees.

The District participates in the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS) retirement programs, and National Benefit Services.

*Note: The District does not cover Medicare expenses. Please visit the for further information. Salary and Health & Welfare Benefits are subject to change based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement or Meet-and-Confer agreements depending on job classification.Annual Salary Step Range:

$189,504.00 - $217,572.00

Open Date:

03/26/2026

Initial Screening Date:

04/27/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

District Rights:

We reserve the right to re-open, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Application Requirements:

First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; however, applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. (PT) on the above listed Initial Screening Date are assured consideration.

Applicants must submit all of the following materials online, unless otherwise noted, at Mt. SAC Employment Website to be considered for this position:

1. A Mt. San Antonio College online application.

2. A cover letter describing how the applicant meets the required education and experience.

3. A detailed résumé that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position.

4. If applicable, all candidates, including current or former employees of the college, are required to show evidence of the awarded/conferred degree from the issuing college/university, and this evidence must be submitted with the online application to demonstrate that the required educational qualifications are met. Unofficial transcripts or a copy of the diploma are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be requested if an offer of employment is made.

5. Optional – Three letters of recommendation that reflect relevant experience (do not use social media or professional networks as a means to provide letters of recommendation). Confidential letters of recommendation are not allowed for this position.

Special Note to Applicants:

To be guaranteed consideration, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received before the initial screening date and time indicated on the job posting. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. All application materials will become College Property, will not be returned, and will not be copied. Please visit the to complete and submit your application for this position.

A confirmation number will be assigned when your application packet indicates the supplemental questions have been answered and a document has been attached to each required link. Assistance with the online application process is available through Human Resources at 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399. Human Resources telephone #: (909)274-4225. Human Resources e-mail: .

Do Not include photographs or personal information (e.g. DOB, place of birth, etc.) on your application or supporting documents.

Long Distance Travel for Interviews: If you are selected to participate in an interview and attendance will require you to travel in excess of 150 miles from your residence, please contact the Human Resources Technician listed on the interview invitation to discuss accommodation and/or .

Foreign Transcripts::

Foreign Transcripts: Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the filing deadline.

Selection Procedure::

A committee will evaluate applications, considering the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview.

Interviews may include a writing sample, committee presentation, and/or performance test. The start date will follow Board approval and live scan clearance receipt.

Definition:

Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, and manages the College’s Facilities Planning and Capital Construction Programs, including new construction, renovation, modernization, scheduled maintenance, and bond-funded projects. Oversees development and implementation of the College’s Facilities Master Plan, Five-Year Construction Plan, and related State Chancellor’s Office submissions; ensures compliance with applicable building codes, public works contracting requirements, Division of the State Architect (DSA) standards, and California Community College facilities regulations. Provides professional expertise and guidance to College leadership on facilities planning, project delivery methods, budgets, schedules, and construction risk management.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

Receives administrative direction from the assigned managerial personnel. Exercises general and direct supervision over management, professional, technical, and support staff.

Class Characteristics:

This position is within the classified administrator classification that is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of facilities planning, programming, and delivery of capital projects and construction programs, including capital project development, design, bidding, contract administration, and project close-out. The incumbent acts as the primary liaison, collaborating closely with Administrative Services departments, divisions across the campus, and external partners, including architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors. Responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibility. Successful performance of the work requires an extensive professional background as well as skill in managing departmental work.

Examples of Essential Functions(Illustrative Only):

1. Plans, programs, oversees, and implements new construction, modernization, and renovation projects consistent with the College’s Facilities Master Plan and Educational Master Plan; contributes to the overall quality of the department’s service by developing, reviewing, and implementing policies and procedures to meet legal requirements and College needs; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures.
2. Coordinates the preparation and updates of the College’s Five-Year Construction Plan, Initial Project Proposals (IPPs), Final Project Proposals (FPPs), and related documents required by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office and DSA.
3. Oversees space inventory, facility condition assessment data, and use of tools such as FUSION software to support project prioritization, State funding requests, and long-range capital planning.
4. Manages multiple capital projects from conceptual design through construction close-out, including scope definition, schedule development, and budget control; oversees the work of architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors, and coordinates preparation of architectural and engineering designs, specifications, and construction documents.
5. Oversees plan review and approvals with agencies such as DSA, State Fire Marshal, local utilities, and other authorities having jurisdiction; ensures all projects comply with applicable building codes, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), fire/life safety requirements, environmental regulations, and California Public Contract Code.
6. Administers construction contracts, including bid review, contract award recommendations, change order review, claims mitigation, and project close-out documentation; resolves disputes through negotiation and contract administration.
7. Assists with planning, budgeting, and reporting for local bond programs, including project lists, expenditure tracking, and reporting to the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee and Board of Trustees; supports funding strategies for facilities renewal, deferred maintenance, energy conservation, and sustainability initiatives.
8. Coordinates State Capital Outlay and Scheduled Maintenance projects, including development of applications, project monitoring, reimbursement submittals, and compliance with State guidelines.
9. Participates in and provides facilities planning and construction expertise, data, and recommendations in support of participatory governance.
10. Prepares and presents comprehensive technical reports, updates, and recommendations to management, President’s Cabinet, and Board of Trustees on project status, budgets, schedules, risk, and emerging facilities needs.
11. Develops and manages Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for professional services (architects, engineers, construction managers, environmental consultants, inspectors, etc.).
12. Collaborates with Purchasing and legal, supporting bid and award processes for construction and related contracts in compliance with public works bidding laws and College policies.
13. Negotiates and administers professional services contracts, including scope, fees, amendments, and performance expectations.
14. Supports and manages the planning, operations, and implementation of campus sustainability goals and energy management strategies in collaboration with management and other stakeholders.
15. Coordinates facilities-related projects involving hazardous materials abatement, environmental reviews, and regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal agencies.
16. Selects, trains, motivates, and directs the assigned department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
17. Oversees, leads, and provides quality customer service when interacting with the public, vendors, students, and College staff, including individuals from minoritized groups.
18. Establishes, implements, and fosters an environment of belonging as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, anti-racism, and accessibility (DEISAA).
19. Utilizes critical thinking, sound decision-making, and problem-solving skills with tact, confidence, and diplomacy.
20. Implements, enforces, supports, and abides by federal, state, local policies, and Board Policies and Administrative Procedures.
21. Participates in and supports employee participation on committees, task forces, and special assignments, including, but not limited to, Screening and Selection Committees mandated trainings, and DEISAA-related trainings as required.
22. Prepares and delivers DEISAA-minded presentations related to assigned areas as required.
23. Performs other related duties as assigned consistent with the scope of the position.

Knowledge of:

1. Principles and practices of supporting a diverse, equitable, inclusive, socially just, anti-racist, and accessible academic and work environment.
2. Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review, and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
3. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
4. Principles and practices of facilities master planning, capital construction, and long-range facilities renewal in a public or educational environment.
5. California Community Colleges facilities planning standards, State Capital Outlay processes, and Chancellor’s Office reporting requirements.
6. Building and fire codes, ADA requirements, DSA processes, public works contracting laws, and related federal, state, and local regulations.
7. Project management principles, including scope, schedule, cost, and quality control for complex, multi-year construction programs.
8. Principles and practices of budget preparation, financial tracking, and reporting for capital and bond projects.
9. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the scope of responsibility.
10. Techniques for effectively representing the College in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
11. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively interacti