Salary: $68,332.00 - $104,693.00 Annually
Location : NWSCC - Muscle Shoals Campus - 800 George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: NWS26-41
College/Division: NWSCC-701020-Building and Equipment Maintenance
Opening Date: 08/12/2026
Closing Date: 8/26/2026 11:59 PM Central
Campus Location: Northwest-Shoals Community College

Position Summary

The Director of Facilities Operations is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the College's facilities department, including maintenance, custodial services, skilled trades, grounds, and facility support operations. This position supervises facilities personnel, manages daily maintenance operations, oversees preventive maintenance programs, coordinates work requests, and ensures College facilities are maintained in a safe, efficient, and functional manner. The Director of Facilities Operations serves as the operational leader of the department and works closely with the Executive Director of Facilities to support the College's facilities management goals.

This position is not eligible for tenure/non-probational status.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Directly supervises Maintenance Supervisors, Maintenance Technicians, Skilled Tradesmen, Custodial staff, Grounds personnel, and other Facilities employees.
• Plans, organizes, assigns, and monitors daily work activities to ensure efficient departmental operations.
• Establishes work priorities and allocates personnel and resources to meet operational needs.
• Conducts employee performance evaluations and provides coaching, mentoring, and corrective action as appropriate.
• Assists with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, and professional development for Facilities personnel.
• Reviews employee time records, leave reports, and other personnel documentation for accuracy.
• Promotes teamwork, accountability, and professional customer service throughout the department.
• Directs the daily maintenance, repair, custodial, and grounds operations of all Phil Campbell Campus facilities.
• Oversees preventive maintenance programs to ensure buildings, equipment, and infrastructure remain in good operating condition.
• Conducts routine inspections of facilities to identify maintenance deficiencies, equipment failures, and operation concerns.
• Coordinates routine repairs, equipment replacements, and facility improvement projects performed by College personnel.
• Oversees facility setup, support, and restoration for campus events and special activities.
• Responds to emergency maintenance issues and coordinates appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensures maintenance activities are completed in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner.
• Oversees the Phil Campbell Campus work order system and prioritizes maintenance requests based on operational needs.
• Coordinates daily schedules and work assignments for Phil Campbell's Facilities personnel.
• Monitors work order completion, response times, and departmental productivity.
• Coordinates routine maintenance activities with campus departments to minimize operational disruptions.
• Assists the Executive Director of Facilities with planning and coordinating minor renovation and facility improvement projects.
• Coordinates with vendors and contractors performing routine maintenance and service worked as assigned.
• Ensures Phil Campbell Facilities personnel comply with College policies, departmental procedures, and established safety practices.
• Promotes safe work practices and proper use of equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment.
• Identifies safety hazards and ensures corrective actions are taken in a timely manner.
• Assists in implementing departmental safety programs and operations procedures.
• Supports compliance with applicable safety standards, environmental requirements, and institutional policies.
• Monitors inventory levels of maintenance supplies, equipment, tools, and materials on the Phil Campbell Campus.
• Coordinates purchasing requests and inventory replenishment for Phil Campbell Campus in conjunction with the Executive Director of Facilities.
• Maintains accurate records of maintenance activities, work orders, equipment usage, and departmental operations.
• Assists in preparing operational reports, maintenance metrics, and departmental recommendations.
• Assists the Executive Director of Facilities with developing operational budges and monitoring departmental expenditures.
• Evaluates departmental operations and recommends improvements to maintenance practices, staffing, equipment, and workflow.
• Serves as the primary operational contact for Phil Campbell Campus maintenance requests.
• Communicates maintenance schedules, work progress, and operational updates with campus departments.
• Report significant operational issues, facility concerns, and staffing needs to the Executive Director of Facilities.
• Collaborates with College departments to support instructional, administrative, and student service operations.
• Represents the Facilities Department on committees and meetings as assigned.
• Serves as the operational leader of the Facilities Department in the absence of the Executive Director of Facilities as delegated.
• Responds to emergencies, severe weather events, and other situations requiring departmental leadership.
• Attends required meetings, training programs, and professional development activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Facilities, Vice President, or President.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Industrial Systems, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities, maintenance, construction, or operations management. OR High school diploma or GED and ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, maintenance operations, construction, or skilled trades. REQUIRED
• Supervisory experience, required.

Application Procedures/Additional Information
IMPORTANT -PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM BOARD OF TRUSTEES POLICY 204.01:
Contract of Employment: Pursuant to the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees' Policy 204.01 and the Chancellor's Procedures for Policy 204.01, effective July 1, 2024, executive and administrative management personnel employed on Salary Schedule B or C and who are employed in positions titled as a Deputy, Chief, Dean, Assistant or Associate Dean, Executive Director or Director, shall enter into an employment contract with the College's President per terms and conditions established by the Alabama Community College System. Such positions are not eligible for non-probationary or tenure status. Applicants who choose not to sign a contract of employment are not eligible to be hired or placed into the subject positions.

A complete application packet consists of the following:

• a completed Northwest Shoals Community College online application form,
• a current resume, and
• postsecondary transcripts (unofficial or official), which must include institution's name, college degree, and degree date.

Applications may be submitted online at

Applications should be received by no later than August 26,2026.

Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview. Application packets received after the deadline date will eliminate the possibility of an interview. The submission of all required application materials by the deadline date is the sole responsibility of the applicant.

SALARY: Compensation is in accordance with the Alabama Community College System's Salary Schedule C3-4 ($68,332 - $104,693).

Sick Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
8 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.
0-4 years 8 hours per month
5-9 years 10 hours per month
10-14 years 12 hours per month
15-19 years 14 hours per month
20+ 16 hours per month
(may accumulate up to 480 hours)

Personal Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
16 (5 locally assigned)
Contracted Work Days
260

Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit

Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital in