Job Description

Candidates should submit only a cover letter and r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9/CV to RPA Inc. at HarfordAVP@rpainc.org. For a confidential discussion or to make a nomination, please contact Kira Heath, Search Manager, or Isaac Karaffa, Vice President and Senior Consultant, at the email address above. The review of applications will begin on January 16, 2024, and first-round interviews will commence thereafter.

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Associate Vice President for Facilities and Operations (AVPFO)
Posting Category Executive
Starting salary range Commensurate with experience & education
Faculty Position (if applicable)
About Harford Community College

Harford Community College has served as an anchor institution in Harford County since its inception in 1957. We are a mid-sized, comprehensive college committed to serving our community through high caliber educational offerings and cultural events.

HCC\'s mission of \xe2\x80\x9cGrow. Achieve. Inspire. Contribute.\xe2\x80\x9d and our vision of continuously striving for satisfaction, completion, and success throughout the College community is demonstrated by our shared organizational values of Agency, Equity and Inclusion, Communication and Collaboration, Respect, and Innovation. Harford Community College is an Achieving the Dream institution, joining a network of higher education institutions and partners to enhance community college student opportunity, access, and success.

Our beautiful, 352-acre campus is conveniently located near Baltimore, MD; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, DC; and Wilmington, DE. We offer more than 80 affordable degree and certificate programs to nearly 2,000 full-time and 7,500 part-time students, as well as a wide variety of noncredit continuing education courses to nearly 11,000 students per year.
Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer that values, embraces, and supports diversity in the College community.


The AVPFO reports directly to the President, serves as a member of the President\'s Cabinet, and provides strategic leadership for the areas of Facilities and Operations, which include master planning, capital projects, facilities maintenance, events management, dining services, housekeeping, grounds maintenance, real estate management, and health and safety. This is accomplished by supervising the reports; developing master plan and capital program projects; coordinating design, construction, and maintenance activities; managing the annual capital budget and departmental operating budgets and budget process; serving as campus operations liaison; reviewing and approving all financial related procedures for the department; and representing campus operations at meetings and hearings with state and other local government agencies. Other key specific responsibilities include the following:

\xe2\x97\x8f Develop and implement a comprehensive management strategy for all areas of responsibility that is aligned with the College mission, vision, and strategic objectives

\xe2\x97\x8f Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and prioritize campus needs and improvements to support growth and operational efficiency

\xe2\x97\x8f Stay current on industry best practices and emerging trends in campus management and incorporating innovative approaches to enhance campus operations
\xe2\x97\x8f Develop, administer, and monitor the master building and facilities plans

\xe2\x97\x8f Plan, direct, oversee, and participate in the development of work plans to include all campus construction projects and facilities services operations

\xe2\x97\x8f Serve as primary contact to the internal and external community on campus capital planning and construction projects

\xe2\x97\x8f Supervise and participate in the development and administration of facilities services and construction project budgets as well as coordinating with directors on necessary expenditures as needed

\xe2\x97\x8f Develop, plan, and participate in the implementation of divisional goals as well as initiating and recommending actions to accomplish these objectives

\xe2\x97\x8f Actively participate in strategic planning and goal setting activities pertaining to the assigned areas of responsibility

\xe2\x97\x8f Coordinate activities and projects with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies

\xe2\x97\x8f Complete all required reports to the state and county, including but not limited to Capital Improvement Program, Quarterly Cash Flow Reports, Facilities Master Plan, Facilities Inventory Report, Encumbrance Requests, and Part I/II Program Documents

\xe2\x97\x8f Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, codes, and standards related to all areas of responsibility

\xe2\x97\x8f Collaborate with risk management department to address any facility or service-related legal or insurance matters
\xe2\x97\x8f Supervise and participate in the development of RFPs, bids, proposals, and contracts for construction and facilities related services

\xe2\x97\x8f Negotiate and administer contracts with outside vendors, architects, engineers, and others

\xe2\x97\x8f Review projects and contracts for compliance and taking appropriate actions to resolve discrepancies

\xe2\x97\x8f Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and strategies designed to create and maintain safe, functional, secure, clean, and orderly facilities to ensure efficient and economical operation

\xe2\x97\x8f Provide senior-level oversight and advocacy to the Director for Events & Conferencing who is responsible for the APGFCU arena, performing arts programming, events management, campus scheduling, box office operations, and dining services

\xe2\x97\x8f Plan and provide services in the event of unexpected problems due to accidents, severe weather, utility outages, or other unplanned situations. Other duties include serving on College, state, and county committees and task forces

\xe2\x97\x8f Serve as a representative of the College among off-campus organizations

\xe2\x97\x8f Prepare the annual Capital Improvement Program for review by the state

This is an exempt, administrator position and includes a comprehensive benefits package offering medical, dental and vision coverage; generous paid time off; tuition assistance; and retirement savings. This position will require work performed regularly on campus.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Candidates should submit only a cover letter and r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9/CV to RPA Inc. at HarfordAVP@rpainc.org.For a confidential discussion or to make a nomination, please contact Kira Heath, Search Manager, or Isaac Karaffa, Vice President and Senior Consultant, at the email address above. The review of applications will begin on January 16, 2024, and first-round interviews will commence thereafter.

Required Education

Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Construction Management, Facilities Management
Required Experience

Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible management experience in facility services, construction, or operations, either in the public sector or in a higher education environment
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

\xe2\x97\x8f Contract Negotiation

\xe2\x97\x8fProject Management
\xe2\x97\x8f RFP
\xe2\x97\x8f Facilities Management
Preferred Qualifications
Hours per Week 40 - 100%
General Weekly Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, with weekend and evening hours as required

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2023-094FSFA
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

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