Job Details

Overview

Trident Technical College seeks a Director of Facility Services. This position reports to the Vice President of Operations and is considered essential personnel during and after emergencies. The director leads daily custodial, building, grounds, landscaping, and beautification programs, including staffing, scheduling, and training for all shifts at every location. This role will also manage grounds, landscapes, gardens, green spaces, paved areas, hardscapes, wetlands, and pond maintenance. The Director ensures all College campuses are safe, functional, and visually appealing for all Trident Tech campuses located in Charleston, North Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, Moncks Corner, and Summerville.

Responsibilities

• Oversee custodial and janitorial programs, ensuring that all shifts are staffed and facilities are properly maintained and cleaned.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety, painting, building interiors and exteriors, and installing outdoor lighting.
• Manage signage, seasonal plantings, pruning, carpentry, irrigation, roof drainage, and wetland mitigation.
• Drive budgeting and expense monitoring, spearheading project planning, training, scheduling, supply sourcing, and employee recruiting with a focus on operational excellence.
• Manage contracts, vendor relationships, and ensure preparedness for safety, emergencies, and wetland mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; preferred candidate will have a bachelor's degree plus four (4) years of relevant program experience in horticulture, landscaping, plant operations, and custodial operations, as well as supervisory experience.
• Must possess a valid SC driver's license.
• Demonstrated knowledge of management principles, facilities operations, and program oversight with experience in janitorial and landscaping services.
• Strong leadership abilities, with experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, and performance management.
• Proficiency with software for data tracking, analytics dashboards, and budget management.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to present to staff and senior leadership.
• Physical ability to conduct site inspections and respond to emergency situations; willingness to travel between campuses.
• Availability for emergency response 24/7, including rotational on-call duties on weekends and support before, during, and after severe weather or other emergencies.

Application and Other Details

Applicants must complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. Some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at 843.###.####. The position is open and filled with preference given to applicants who apply by September 12, 2025.

Faculty positions require submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required.

Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required.

Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423, or faxed to 843.###.#### or emailed in PDF format to ...@tridenttech.edu by the deadline date and time.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy