Assistant Vice President of Facilities Management

American University (AU) in Washington, DC is recruiting for an Assistant Vice President of Facilities Management to join our leadership team in the Office of Finance and Treasurer division.

The Assistant Vice President of Facilities Management (AVP) is responsible for the leadership of facilities development, management, operations and services. This position reports directly to the CFO, Vice President and Treasurer in the Office of Finance and Treasurer Division. The nature of this role within the organizational unit is to provide leadership, management, strategic direction and oversight of the university’s facilities development (Capital Project’s Planning, Design and Construction), space management, sustainability initiatives, facilities operations and maintenance (including Capital Renewal and Deferred Maintenance) and facilities/campus support services.

The AVP is responsible for managing facilities and grounds totaling 4.5 million gross square feet, 63 buildings and serving a community of approximately 18,000 members, including a residential population of more than 3,500. Manages operating budgets totaling roughly $60 million, or more, annually.

Essential Functions of this position include:

• Strategic direction
• Leadership and oversight
• Leadership/management
• Collaboration and planning

The AVP provides strategic and operational leadership for facilities development, campus planning, and stewardship of university assets, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and sustainable service delivery. This role leads long- and short-term planning, budget development, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement of facilities operations, capital projects, and sustainability initiatives, with a focus on operational excellence, cost effectiveness, and total cost of ownership. The AVP oversees physical plant operations, campus services, and sustainability programs while ensuring alignment with university standards, regulatory requirements, and institutional goals.

The position builds and leads a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative organization by setting clear expectations, aligning resources, developing staff, and holding teams accountable for results. The AVP partners closely with campus stakeholders, serves on university-wide committees, represents the University in community and external relationships, and provides data-informed recommendations to support planning, decision-making, and long-term campus success.

For more information about this position and to apply please visit the full job announcement on American University’s careers webpage: https://american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/Main-Campus-Washington-DC/Assistant-Vice-President-of-Facilities-Management_R4163-1

More About the Position:

Organizational Characteristics:

• This position reports directly to the CFO, Vice President and Treasurer.
• The AVP has direct supervision of 5 positions: Senior Director of Planning and Project Management, Director of Facilities Operations, Director of Facilities Services, Director of Energy and Engineering and the Director of Sustainability.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-Time.
• Exempt.
• Work Modality: full on-campus presence.
• This position is considered "essential" under the University's personnel policy guidelines and is subject to be on call during weather or other emergencies or during non-standard working hours, as necessary.

Salary Range:

• $250,000 - $290,000 annually, to commensurate with experience.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, management/business discipline or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience that demonstrates the necessary skills and abilities to perform the job.
• 10 years experience in managing facilities services in a large campus-like organization, preferably within a university setting or closely equivalent experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in management/business, architecture/engineering disciplines. APPA CEFP, IFMA CFM or PMP are preferred certifications.
• 15 years of relevant experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Experience managing a large (minimum 100) workforce with diverse skills and responsibilities.
• Experience in overseeing both design/construction as well as facilities operations/services.
• Skilled in gathering, analyzing, and presenting financial and management information in a clear and coherent manner.
• Must have experience in communicating in written and oral form to a diverse audience and skill set. Should be knowledgeable in quality improvement processes and techniques, and skilled in leading group activity.

About American University:

American University (AU) is a private, co-educational doctoral institution situated in a residential neighborhood of northwest Washington, D.C. AU is one of the largest employers in Washington, DC and consistently ranks among the nation’s great universities. Our student body is cosmopolitan and globally diverse and distinguish themselves for their service, leadership, and ability to rethink global and domestic challenges and opportunities. Throughout our history, the engagement, inclusiveness and diversity of AU’s faculty, staff, and students have been hallmarks of the university.

Learn more about American University: https://www.american.edu/

Our Benefits:

AU offers a competitive benefits package. Learn more about American University's unique benefit options: https://www.american.edu/hr/benefits/