Director of Facilities and Security

CLASSIFIED MANAGERIAL PLAN JOB POSTING (Unit 220)

POSITION AVAILABLE: Director of Facilities and Security (PCN 01163103)

CLASSIFICATION: Physical Plant Manager (Job Code 002523)

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  November 17, 2025

STARTING DATE:  December 10, 2025 (approximate)

EMPLOYMENT CONDITION:  Full-Time, Unlimited, Exempt

Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Includes one 30-minute unpaid meal break and two 15-minute paid rest breaks

Eligible for Full Benefit Package and Insurance Benefits

SALARY RANGE:  $43.38 to $62.41 per hour / $90,577 to $130,312 annually (2024-2025 salary guidelines)

CONNECT 700 ELIGIBLE

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

This position is responsible for the development and oversight of the college’s Master Facilities Plan.  The incumbent manages the Alexandria Technical & Community College physical plant consisting of 23 buildings (495,604 square feet) and a 124-acre campus within Minnesota and Minnesota State standards.

The Director of Facilities and Security works collaboratively with college leadership and staff to support academic programs, student success, and institutional excellence. The position is responsible for providing leadership in strategic, tactical, and operational facility planning; facility renovation; maintenance of and operation of college facilities; and participation in Minnesota State College and Universities processes that drive campus facilities operations. The position is responsible for ATCC campus safety and security. The position assures college compliance with applicable environmental and facilities codes. The position serves on President’s Leadership Council. PLC members are expected to communicate widely in their divisions and assigned areas, and promote a culture of respect and innovation. This position reports to the President.

Minimum Qualifications: (expected to have to enter job)

• Five years of Facilities Management or Building Trades Management experience demonstrating increasing levels of complexity and responsibility. A Master’s degree in Construction Management, Facilities Management, or a related field can substitute for 18 months of experience, a Bachelor’s degree can substitute for one year of experience, and an Associates’ Degree in a related field can substitute for six months experience.
• Three years of formal supervisory experience.
• Two years of formal management experience of new construction and/or renovation projects.

• Experience with budget administration and planning, and long-term capital improvement projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in working with customers and staff in the coordination of projects and resolution of problems.
• Knowledge of building and fire codes, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations, and safety practices and applications.

Preferred Qualifications: (desired but not expected to have to enter job)

• Ability to interpret technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models.
• Knowledge of and ability to use AutoCAD.
• Fiscal management skills to effectively manage projects and budgets.
• Knowledge of electronic and automated monitoring systems, electrical, plumbing, and other support systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC, chillers, boilers, and energy management systems.
• Knowledge of general grounds maintenance.
• Experience with purchasing and contracts.
• Knowledge of building security practices.
• First Class C Boiler Engineer License.

Safety Statement: This employee is expected to develop a working knowledge of and comply with all college safety rules, regulations, and policies.  

Affirmative Action Statement: This employee must always act professionally and customer-service-based to promote a harassment-free environment. All communications and interactions with internal and external customers are to be conducted with courtesy and respect. 

NOTICE:  In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE(S):

This position is open for applications on a competitive basis through the Careers website until November 17, 2025: https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Alexandria/Director-of-Facilities-and-Security---Physical-Plant-Manager_JR0000003464. Job ID 89857.  (NOTE: State of MN employees can access this link through the Employee Self Service and clicking on Careers. INTERNAL CANDIDATES can apply through Job Hub on Workday.)

Contact Renae Kasper @ 320-762-4416 or [email protected] for more information.

Alexandria Technical and Community College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment. We understand that creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community is the responsibility of every employee of the college. Leadership, faculty, and staff strive to address inequities within our system by examining programming, policies, facilities, and operations that create barriers to student success in and out of the classroom. By actively working to address inequities, we will foster students who will successfully participate in their community and within today’s dynamic, global workforce. 

Alexandria Technical & Community College is committed to legal affirmative action, equal opportunity, access and diversity of its campus community. (http://alextech.edu/nondiscrimination)