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Director of Facilities and Security - Physical Plant Manager

Minnesota State.com

91k - 130k USD/year

Office

Alexandria Campus, United States

Full Time

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Working Title:

Director of Facilities and Security - Physical Plant Manager

Institution:

Alexandria Technical and Community College

Classification Title:

Physical Plant Mgr

Bargaining Unit / Union:

220: Managerial Plan

City:

Alexandria

Flsa:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$43.38 - $62.41

Job Description:

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.

Salary Range:

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

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 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:

  • 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.

Other Requirements:

Please provide a cover letter and resume when submitting your application.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):

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

Telework (Yes/No):

No

About:

Alexandria Technical & Community College (ATCC) provides quality hands-on and liberal arts education to more than 4,700 students each year, and has been ranked Minnesota’s #1 Community College since 2020 (Wallethub, Niche, and UniversityHQ). ATCC offers more than 50 programs and transfer pathways in fields like business, design, education, human services, health, manufacturing, police training, and transportation. Most programs can be completed in two years or less, with some offerings as short as one semester. With a graduation rate more than double the national average and a 99% job placement rate, ATCC maintains a longstanding reputation as an academic institution of excellence.

The campus is located in the heart of lake country: Alexandria, Minnesota. The population is just over 14,000 within city limits, but Alexandria is a true destination, drawing residents from neighboring rural communities plus a tourism boom in warmer months. Alexandria is home to a thriving downtown district, excellent walking and biking trails, plenty of arts, museums, parks, wineries, breweries, and even a whiskey distillery. Paired with diverse year-round outdoor activities and more lakes than you can count, Alexandria is a small town that feels big.

Alexandria College is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities. Minnesota State is the fourth largest state higher education system in the United States with 26 colleges, 7 universities, and 54 campuses.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

12-10-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

10-24-2025

Close Date:

11-17-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Renae Rae Kasper

Posting Contact Email:

renae.kasper@alextech.edu

Director of Facilities and Security - Physical Plant Manager

Office

Alexandria Campus, United States

Full Time

91k - 130k USD/year

October 27, 2025

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