Director of Facility Services (Program Manager I) #2588 at InsideHigherEd

Job Responsibilities

Trident Technical College seeks a Director of Facility Services. This position reports to the Vice President of Operations and is considered essential personnel during and after emergencies. The director leads daily custodial, building, grounds, landscaping, and beautification programs, including staffing, scheduling, and training for all shifts at every location. This role will also manage grounds, landscapes, gardens, green spaces, paved areas, hardscapes, wetlands, and pond maintenance. The Director ensures all College campuses are safe, functional, and visually appealing for all Trident Tech campuses located in Charleston, North Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, Moncks Corner, and Summerville. This position will oversee custodial and janitorial programs, ensuring that all shifts are staffed and facilities are properly maintained and cleaned. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintaining cleanliness and safety, painting, building interiors and exteriors, and installing outdoor lighting. The Director also manages signage, seasonal plantings, pruning, carpentry, irrigation, roof drainage, and wetland mitigation.The Director drives budgeting and expense monitoring, spearheading project planning, training, scheduling, supply sourcing, and employee recruiting with a focus on operational excellence. As a key college leader, the Director manages contracts, vendor relationships, and ensures preparedness for safety, emergencies, and wetland mitigation.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

This position requires a bachelor's degree and relevant program experience. Preferred candidate will have a bachelor's degree plus four (4) years relevant program experience in horticulture, landscaping, plant operations, and custodial operations as well as supervisory experience. Must possess a valid SC driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

In alignment with the Vice President for Operations' broad policy and guidance, this role requires the initiative to continuously improve departmental processes and performance, ensuring consistency with overall management objectives. Candidate will have demonstrated knowledge of management principles, facilities operations, and program oversight, with tangible experience in janitorial and landscaping services. Strong leadership abilities, with experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, and performance management. Proficiency with software for data tracking, analytics dashboards, and budget management. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to present to staff and senior leadership. Physical ability to conduct site inspections and respond to emergency situations. Successful candidate will support program operations and ensure continuous departmental function. The position involves travel between campuses and sites, as well as the physical ability to conduct site inspections. Availability for emergency response is required 24 hours a day, including rotational on-call duties on weekends and support before, during, and after severe weather or other emergencies. Additional Comments

Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at 843.574.6201. The position is open and filled with preference given to applicants who apply by September 12, 2025.

Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, Official transcripts/certifications are required.

Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, Official transcripts/certifications are required.

Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to 843.574.6682 or emailed in PDF format to [email protected] by the deadline date and time.

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Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.