Associate Vice President, Facilities - Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York at Monroe Community College

Monroe Community College

Position Title: Associate Vice President, Facilities - Monroe Community College

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Administration Job Type: Full Time Posted On: Thu Sep 24 2026 Job Description:

Function of Position:

The Associate Vice President (AVP), Facilities, reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President (CFO/VP), Administrative Services. With authority delegated by the CFO/VP, the AVP directs essential aspects of the division's facilities operations to support the College's overall mission, strategic plan, and goals. The AVP is responsible for the management of all functions related to facilities services. The AVP promotes and sustains the division's commitment to excellence and innovation in serving a diverse student body and college community. The AVP assists the division in responding to emerging issues, trends, and community needs, providing internal leadership that supports MCC's regional and national reputation as a leader among best practices colleges.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to CFO/VP
• Exercises delegated authority from the CFO/VP
• Directs or performs essential operations related to planning, maintenance, and life cycle analysis for physical space, facilities, infrastructure and utilities; and serves as lead and liaison to internal and external parties on all construction projects
• Provides leadership and management for Facilities: Facilities Operations, including Energy Management; Business Operations; Custodial Operations; Capital Planning and Project Management; Environmental Health and Safety; and Sustainability.
• Develops, interprets, and manages adherence to policies, procedures and regulations
• Exercises budget authority and administrative approvals
• Provides and coordinates development opportunities for staff
• Works collaboratively with the campus community, faculty, staff, and students to create a culture of student engagement and success
• Develops and sustains productive and collaborative relationships across divisions and with other college constituencies
• Plans, coordinates and implements Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects with college department personnel, the budget office, county representatives and vendors; serves as liaison to county engineering/environmental services
• Manages the development of the college's Facilities Master Plan and monitors related progress
• Serves as a liaison to college committees and initiatives as appropriate
• Prepares annual report on the goals and accomplishments of the Facilities area

MCC Expectations:

• Leads, supervises, coordinates, and evaluates any direct reports, departments and programs, adhering to appropriate college procedures
• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a regionally accredited higher education institution, and five or more years of related professional experience
• Minimum of five years of progressive administrative experience leading facilities operations within a complex, multi-unit higher education institution or similarly complex organization
• Experience in working with community, governmental, and other public sector agencies
• Evidence of effective interpersonal skills and the ability to cultivate partnerships and to work with diverse groups of faculty, students, and staff on complex issues
• Ability to integrate data into decision-making to promote effective practice and policy
• Demonstrated leadership experience with supervisory responsibility of managers that resulted in enhancements to your department or institution and your staff
• Clear, concise abilities in both oral and written communication as well as strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Experience in facilities planning to include master plans and capital improvement plans
• Experience with all phases of major projects from concept through design development, bidding, construction, and closeout
• A demonstrable reputation for the highest standards of ethical and moral leadership
• Ability to understand and apply New York State Building Code as well as all pertinent mechanical codes relating to the institution
• Demonstrative competencies with office technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline from a regionally accredited higher education institution, with five or more years of related professional experience
• Ten or more years of progressive administrative experience leading facilities operations within a complex, multi-unit higher education institution or similarly complex organization
• Professional Engineer License/Certificate
• Industry certifications such as LEED, stationary, or a mechanical engineer master's license
• Knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to issues in Facilities Management
• Expertise in Life Cycle Cost Analysis
• An appreciation for true sustainable concepts incorporating both conservation and economics
• Experience working in a higher education environment and managing bargaining unit employees
• Experience working in a SUNY school
• Experience within an urban, comprehensive community college
• Experience in operations/management of an organization
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity and college budget. This position has a range of $120,000 to $140,000 and is based on these mentioned factors.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: The physical demands and working conditions described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position involves primarily sedentary work, including prolonged periods of computer use and keyboarding. The role requires the ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. The position may involve occasionally lifting or moving items up to 10 pounds. Work is performed in a typical office environment with no adverse conditions. Occasional travel between campus buildings or to other local or out-of-town locations for meetings or conferences may be required.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short-term, temporary basis.

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