Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities

Description:

The Associate Vice Chancellor ( AVC ) for Facilities provides executive leadership for the planning,design, construction, operation, and maintenance of North Carolina A&T State University’s physical campus. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance, the AVC directs the Office of Facilities, which encompasses Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Physical Plant, Property Management, Support Services, and Motor Fleet. The AVC administers the University’s custodial services contract and provides strategic direction for major capital projects and day-to-day facilities operations.

The AVC ensures the long-term stewardship of the institution’s physical assets and aligns facilities services with the University’s strategic plan, Preeminence 2030: North Carolina A&T Blueprint, and the Campus Master Plan. The role advances the University’s mission as a doctoral, land-grant, historically Black research university and supports its aspiration to achieve Carnegie R1 (Very High Research Activity) status by delivering the academic, research, residential, athletic, and infrastructure facilities required to enable continued growth.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

The Office of Facilities provides quality service through planning, building, operating, maintaining, and enhancing North Carolina A&T State University’s physical campus. The unit comprises Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Physical Plant, Property Management, Support Services, and Motor Fleet, and administers the University’s custodial services contract. Facilities support the University’s research, teaching, and service mission and is responsible for advancing the Campus Master Plan in alignment with Preeminence 2030. As part of the University community, members of the Facilities team serve the campus around the clock.

Requirements:

Master’s degree in facilities management, construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, plus a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience in facilities management and/or construction management. A bachelor’s degree combined with professional training/credentials and/or leadership experience substantively exceeding the established minimum experience may be substituted for the advanced degree. Required knowledge and skills include facilities management and auxiliary services principles and practices; construction rules, regulations, and codes for compliance; RFP and bidding processes, including contractual terms and conditions; an understanding of higher education operations; and proficiency with standard office software and equipment.

Preferred:

Professional licensure or certification in engineering, architecture, or construction is preferred.

Special Instructions:

NC A&T has retained the UNC System Office executive search team to support this recruitment. Confidential inquiries and nominations should be directed to [email protected]. To apply, please visit https://bit.ly/NCAT\_AVC\_Facilities to submit a cover letter and CV/resume. Confidential review of applications will begin immediately, and applications received by August 23, 2026, will be given priority consideration. The position remains open until filled.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees

• Community Service Leave

• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina

• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )

• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457

• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )

• Campus Recreation Center Discount

• University Bookstore Discount

• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.