Salary : $152,555.76 - $237,254.88 Annually
Location : Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: W1082V
Department: INTERNAL SERVICES
Opening Date: 08/19/2026

Position/Program Information
Exam number

W1082V

Filing period

The application filing period will begin on Thursday, August, 20, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the positions are filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

Type of recruitment:

We welcome applications from anyone.

Special Salary Information:

This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations.
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING, AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION

Essential Job Functions
Organizational Management & Leadership:

• Directs, oversees, and manages Facilities Maintenance & Operations programs across five County districts, including building trades and technical service functions.
• Leads and supervises managers, supervisors, project managers, and skilled trades personnel to ensure operational effectiveness and workforce performance.
• Establishes and administers performance management systems, workforce planning initiatives, succession planning efforts, and employee evaluations.
• Leads labor relations activities within a unionized environment, ensuring compliance and alignment with applicable Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs).

Strategic Leadership & Capital Integration:

• Develops and implements strategic plans, operational priorities, and service delivery models aligned with County goals.
• Coordinates alongside Capital Projects staff to align maintenance activities, deferred maintenance efforts, infrastructure renewal projects, and operational requirements.
• Prepares and presents executive briefings, reports, recommendations, and strategic updates to Department leadership and partners.

Facilities Operations & Asset Management:

• Directs maintenance and repair operations for facility systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural, environmental, and life-safety systems.
• Oversees preventative maintenance programs, work order systems, and service request processes to ensure timely, efficient service delivery.
• Ensures facilities align with operational, safety, and environmental standards.

Project Delivery (Non-Capital & Repair Programs):

• Directs planning, procurement, scheduling, and execution of repair projects, infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements, and replace-in-kind programs.
• Coordinates project scopes, priorities, and schedules in collaboration with Capital Projects personnel to support efficient project delivery.

Financial & Resource Management:

• Manages fiscal oversight and accountability for the Division's operating budget, including forecasting, expenditure control, and distribution of resources.
• Leads multi-year budget development, financial planning, forecasting, budget stabilization efforts, and recovery planning initiatives aligned with capital and operational needs.
• Implements cost containment and prioritization strategies, ensuring resources are directed to critical, high-impact, and regulation-focused work.
• Supervises contract administration, procurement activities, and vendor performance to ensure cost-effectiveness, compliance, and value delivery.
• Prepares financial reports, ensures audit readiness, and maintains compliance with County fiscal policies and procedures.

Regulatory Compliance, Sustainability & Risk Management:

• Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing facilities operations and maintenance activities.
• Directs safety programs, inspections, and regulatory audits.
• Implements sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental stewardship into maintenance operations.
• Leads emergency response and disaster recovery operations for County facilities, ensuring rapid mobilization, continuity of critical services, and coordination with County emergency management agencies.

Performance Management & Operational Oversight:

• Monitors and evaluates operational performance using critical metrics, dashboards, and reporting tools (e.g., CMMS, Power BI).
• Analyzes and uses data analytics to inform decision-making, resource allocation, and service improvements.

Stakeholder Engagement & Customer Service:

• Serves as a primary liaison with County departments, leadership, and external partners.
• Develops and maintains customer service models emphasizing responsiveness, communication, and reliability.
• Builds and maintains strong partnerships across departments and with Capital Projects.

Operational Transformation & Service Model Modernization:

• Leads implementation of cost-recovery, billable service, and chargeback operating models to improve accountability and financial transparency.
• Develops and implements service definitions, billing structures, rate methodologies, and cost tracking procedures aligned with County policies and industry standards.

Equity, Public Service & Community Impact:

• Promotes equitable service delivery practices and ensures operational facilities support the diverse needs of County departments and communities

For more information, please view the classification specification:

Requirements

Requirements to Qualify:
You must POSSESS and clearly ARTICULATE detailed work history handling relevant tasks related to the requirement below within your digital application in the "Experience Area & Supplemental Questionnaire".

Five years of experience managing facilities maintenance* services for an organization with multiple operational units at the level of . The experience must include directing the building systems**, infrastructure***, maintenance operations****, budget, personnel, fiscal, and other administrative functions.

You must meet the above requirement(s) to be accepted into the examination process.
License:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Physical class:
Physical Class 2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Special requirement information:
*Managing facilities maintenance is defined as managed at the level of Managed facilities maintenance staff through subordinate supervisor(s). Measures staff performance and ensures accountability through performance evaluations and disciplinary actions. Plans, coordinates, directs, and oversees building services, maintenance activities, personnel, resources, budgets, and operational systems to ensure facilities and organizational services function safely, efficiently, effectively, and in compliance with established standards and operational goals.

**Building systems are defined as the systems and components necessary for facility operations and maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural elements, fire and life safety systems, elevators, utility systems, building controls, and other infrastructure supporting building functionality.

***Infrastructure is defined as the physical facilities, utility systems, equipment, site improvements, and supporting assets required for the operation, maintenance, and continuity of organizational services and facility functions.

****Maintenance operations are defined as managing the planning, management, coordination, and oversight of preventive, corrective, predictive, and emergency maintenance activities related to facilities, infrastructure, building systems, equipment, and operational assets to support continuous operations and regulatory compliance.
Desirable Qualifications / Weighted Parts:
Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications in education, certifications, and experience.
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, construction management, business, or a related field.
• Master's degree in engineering, facilities management, construction management, business, or a related field.

Professional Certifications:

• Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP)
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
• Professional Engineer (PE)

Management-level Experience in the following areas:

• Managing deferred maintenance planning and asset lifecycle management.
• Unionized environment alongside represented employees.
• Contracting, procurement, or regulatory compliance processes.
• Collaborating effectively with capital planning, design, and construction teams.

You must provide written documentation in the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the application portal supporting your experience in these areas listed above in order to receive credit.

To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your diploma, transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution or email it to Kari Irby at within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: ;

We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked and legible before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This assessment type will evaluate the education and experience you list on a supplemental questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system worth 100% of your total score. This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score and assesses: Desirable Qualifications.

Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the Eligible List.

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION
Applications will be processed as they are recei