Associate Vice Chancellor, Facilities, Risk Management, & Operations

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Closing Date: 06/14/2026 Open Until Filled No Classification Title Associate Vice Chancellor, Facilities, Risk Management, & Operations Working Title Associate Vice Chancellor, Safety, Construction, and Facilities Recruitment Limits

The job description is currently under review by the Board of Trustees and may be updated to better reflect the needs and responsibilities of the position

Location District Pay Information

Range 8 ($12,372.33 - $20,153.22) per month based on the current Management salary schedule.

Initial salary placement is commensurate with related experience and promotional rules. SDCCD offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer-paid medical, dental and vision plans; sick and vacation leave; and opportunities for professional development. Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the Management Employees Handbook.

This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment web page provides a link to employee Collective Bargaining Agreements and Handbooks, that provide more information about terms and conditions of employment, salary and benefits.

Position Equivalent FTE:

1.0 FTE

No. Months: 12 Months Position Number: 00120582 FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime) Position Type Classified Bargaining Unit Management Range 8 Department Facilities Mgmt The Position

Applications are currently being accepted for the Associate Vice Chancellor, Safety, Construction, and Facilities, located in Mission Valley. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Selected candidates must be willing to adjust workdays/hours based on the department's needs.

Under the guidance of the Executive Operations Officer, the Associate Vice Chancellor provides strategic leadership for the District's Safety, Construction, and Facilities functions, supporting the San Diego Community College District's commitment to maintaining safe, efficient, and high-quality environments for students, faculty, and staff. This position oversees districtwide facilities services, capital improvement and construction programs, maintenance and operations, safety programs, and supports enterprise services that enhance the daily operations of the District and its colleges. The Associate Vice Chancellor collaborates with campus leadership, district departments, and external agencies to plan, develop, and maintain facilities and operational services that align with institutional priorities and regulatory requirements.

The Associate Vice Chancellor is responsible for guiding major construction and renovation projects, ensuring effective facilities maintenance and operations, administering safety programs, and supporting enterprise services that enhance the overall campus environment. This role provides collaborative and inclusive leadership, promotes innovation and continuous improvement, and ensures that district operations support the San Diego Community College District's educational mission, long-term sustainability, and strategic goals.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

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Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field to construction management, facilities services, risk management, or similar, and ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in construction management, facilities planning and management, or a related field, preferably in the California public education sector; and six to eight years progressively responsible and varied experience in a field associated with or utilizing risk management, preferably employee insurance programs.

Foreign Degree:

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Commitment to Diversity:

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Click (https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/eeo-diversity/policies-and-procedures.aspx) for the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination - Policies and Procedures

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

• Complete online application;
• Detailed Cover Letter, not to exceed two (2) pages, highlighting your greatest strengths related to the Desired Qualifications of this position;
• Resume, not to exceed five (5) pages summarizing experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities; AND,
• Five (5) professional references included within the online application.
• Unofficial Transcriptions (optional).
• Foreign Degree Evaluation (if applicable).
• License/Certificates/Credentials (if applicable).

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form;
• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices; AND,
• Employed on an initial contract of two (2) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent two-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

Additional Information:

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

Posting Number CL01914

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1) All required documents as listed in the special instructions 2) Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank)

• Yes

• No

• • I understand that my responses to the application supplemental questions are heavily weighted during the application screening and evaluation process, and responses such as "N/A", "see resume", or no responses will result in deduction of points to my application.

• Yes

• No

• • We believe that the application and interview process should be a reflection of your skills, insights, and experiences, and we are looking to understand your unique qualifications for the role. I understand that responses ENTIRELY generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can result in disqualification from the application process.

• Yes

• No

• • Describe your experience in managing facilities, including construction, renovation, and maintenance. How have you ensured compliance with relevant codes and regulations?

(Open Ended Question)

• • This role serves a complex multi-college district with diverse operational, cultural, and institutional needs. How have you successfully led across multiple campuses or large decentralized organizations while ensuring consistency, equity, and responsiveness to each site's unique needs?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What strategies have you used to develop and manage departmental budgets, including forecasting and adjusting staffing, equipment, and materials? Share an example where you successfully optimize resources.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Managing capital projects and facilities operations in a multi-college district often involves limited resources and varying campus priorities. What framework do you use to make equitable and strategic decisions regarding facilities investments, deferred maintenance, and operational improvements?

(Open Ended Question)

• • How have you developed and implemented risk management and safety programs in previous roles? What were the outcomes, and how did you ensure the protection of assets and resources?

(Open Ended Question)

• • The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups. Please, share your leadership experience in promoting diversity.

(Open Ended Question)

Required & Optional Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Résumé

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcript(s)
• Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable)
• Licenses/Certificates/Credentials