The Director of Facilities provides leadership to the team and is responsible for construction, remodeling, repair, maintenance, and cleanliness of facilities, and equipment fleet at assigned location. This position reports to the Deputy Director at assigned location.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Responsibilities include oversight of all Facilities operations including: buildings, grounds, exhibits, transportation systems, vehicles and equipment, wastewater treatment plant, roads, and electrical, plumbing, mechanical, drainage, and environmental compliance.
- Oversees and provides leadership to the Facilities team including, but not limited to: hiring, training and development, and performance management.
- Inspects and evaluates facilities' condition and plans corrective actions in coordination with other departments ensuring a high level of fiscal accountability.
- Creates, implements, and maintains a highly efficient preventative maintenance program.
- Ensures contract compliance and quality on projects and regulatory requirements.
- Exercises a high level of fiscal responsibility for organizational department budget.
- Monitors the planning, development, and construction of new projects and major remodels and provides guidance to outside contractors.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, creative judgment, and service-oriented leadership to a broad, highly visible Facilities operation. Success requires practical decision-making, thoughtful prioritization, and the ability to balance daily operational needs with long-term stewardship across facilities, grounds, fleet, infrastructure, and operational systems.
- The ideal candidate demonstrates an inclusive leadership style, a commitment to developing diverse, high-performing teams, and the ability to build trust across departments while advancing environments that support exceptional wildlife care, immersive guest connection, mission-aligned commercial opportunities, and thoughtful, collaborative team workplaces.
JOB EXPERIENCE
- 7 or more years of experience in the construction or facilities maintenance industry required
- 7 or more years of supervisory and project coordination experience required
- Experience working with represented labor preferred
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in business administration, management, or a related field preferred
- California Driver License required
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Strong working knowledge of Building trades, tools, equipment, and materials.
- Strong working knowledge of facilities maintenance requirements and practices.
- Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Able to operate moderately complex computer software programs.
- Demonstrated ability to lead highly effective, diverse teams.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects with competing deadlines.
- Strong working knowledge of construction industry, facilities maintenance and industry best practices and safety regulations.
SOME OF THE REWARDS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Local and In-House Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
Salary
- Salary Range: $149,984 to $168,732
