Assistant Vice President, Real Estate Strategy & Facilities Ops.

About the role

Molloy University seeks a strategic and forward-thinking leader to serve as Assistant Vice President of Real Estate Strategy & Facilities Operations, a newly elevated role at the center of the University’s next phase of growth and transformation.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Real Estate & Campus Planning
  • Lead the strategic management of the University’s real estate portfolio, including owned and leased properties.
  • Develop long-range campus master planning aligned with academic priorities and enrollment growth.
  • Identify and evaluate opportunities for campus expansion, redevelopment, partnerships, and space optimization.
• Facilities Operations & Infrastructure Leadership
  • Provide executive oversight of campus facilities operations including maintenance, custodial services, grounds, utilities, and environmental and safety compliance.
  • Ensure operational reliability, safe campus conditions, and responsive service delivery across all University facilities in a 24/7 operational environment.
  • Direct workforce planning, staffing, and operational budgets for facilities teams.
  • Be a member of the Molloy Emergency management team and be considered a first responder in emergency situations and the incident commander for weather-related emergencies.
• Capital Projects & Construction Management
  • Oversee planning, design, and construction of capital projects including renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and new development.
  • Establish design standards and ensure projects meet sustainability goals, accessibility requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Financial & Administrative Management
  • Manage facilities operating budgets and capital programs, ensuring responsible stewardship of University resources.
  • Oversee vendor partnerships, service contracts, procurement, and facilities management systems.
• Leadership & Collaboration
  • Provide strategic leadership and supervision for the Real Estate and Facilities team, fostering a collaborative and service-oriented culture.
  • Partner with academic and administrative leaders to ensure campus facilities effectively support teaching, research, and student life.
  • Be a liaison with municipal agencies, community partners, and utilities, and provide updates to senior leadership on capital planning and campus development initiatives.
  • Work with local and village officials on obtaining permits and close outs of capital construction or renovation projects as well as the Nassau County and State Fire Marshals to maintain fire safety and code compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Architecture or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, real estate strategy, campus planning, construction management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading facilities operations, capital projects, or real estate portfolios in complex organizations.
• Proven leadership ability with experience managing multidisciplinary teams and budgets.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and strategic planning skills.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and execution.
• Experience in campus planning and real estate development.
• Ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Understanding of sustainability goals, accessibility requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of facility management systems and budget management.

Benefits

• Excellent health and dental insurance options.
• Generous time off and tuition benefits.

Pay

The hiring annual salary for this position is between $150,000 to $190,000. This annual salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of compensation at the time of posting.

Schedule

Required to be on campus during core days/hours. Regular evening, holiday, or weekend work required: Required to respond to campus and facilities issues that occur during non-traditional office hours. The campus is a 24/7 operation and requires on-call management duties.