Director of Facilities

At Pacific Science Center, our mission is to ignite curiosity in every child and fuel a passion for discovery, experimentation, and critical thinking in all of us. Our colleagues are passionate lifelong learners who live our mission every day. Each of us commits to bring an inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) focus in every aspect of our work. Join our collaborative team and help steward our warm, welcoming, community-learning environment at PacSci.


As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we’re invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Data shows that women and BIPOC candidates more frequently do not apply to a job because they don’t feel that they meet all of the qualifications listed. If you have some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and you share PacSci's values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply.


Position Title: Director of Facilities
Department: Facilities
Reports to: Vice President of People, Culture & Facilities
Pay Class: Full-time Regular
FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt

Position Summary
The Director of Facilities is a key member of the PacSci leadership team and plays a strategic role in advancing the Science Center’s mission: to ignite curiosity in every child and fuel a passion for discovery, experimentation, and critical thinking in all of us. This position provides vision, leadership, and oversight for all aspects of facilities management and maintenance, ensuring a safe, sustainable, and exceptional environment for guests and staff.

The Director of Facilities is responsible for:
• Facilities Operations Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of Facilities, Custodial and Security teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficient performance across the organization.
• Project & Technical Execution: Manage building maintenance, modernization, and repair projects, applying knowledge of historic building systems and regulatory requirements.
• Team Leadership & Development: Build, lead, and develop a high-performing Facilities, Custodial, and Security team that operates collaboratively and inclusively.
• Budget & Resource Management: Support fiscal stewardship by managing budgets, optimizing resources, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and contractors.
• Strategic Support: Contribute to facilities planning, capital projects, and sustainability initiatives, providing recommendations to the VP of People, Culture and Facilities, to the Executive team and the CEO.
• Risk & Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety regulations, emergency preparedness plans, and organizational policies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Technical Knowledge & Expertise
• Oversee modernization and preservation of mid-century building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) while maintaining architectural integrity.
• Ensure compliance with building, fire, seismic, ADA, and energy codes; navigate grandfathered conditions and variances.
• Implement sustainability measures aligned with LEED, WELL, or similar standards, including building envelope improvements and energy conservation including lighting retrofits and water efficiency measures.
• Utilize CMMS and building automation systems (BAS/BMS) to drive preventive maintenance and data-informed capital planning.

Leadership & Team Development
• Recruit, mentor, and retain a diverse, high-performing Facilities team (3+ people), Custodial team (7+ people), Security team (7+ people) and Project Management team (1+ person)
• Build and maintain a culture of transparency, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Implement succession planning and cross-training to ensure operational resilience.

Financial Management
• Develop and manage budgets for building maintenance and capital improvements
• Negotiate contracts and oversee vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective, high-quality services.
• Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for savings and efficiency.
Project & Risk Management
• Provide oversight for capital improvement projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Manage project phasing to ensure operational continuity during renovations or construction.
• Lead emergency preparedness planning and risk mitigation strategies.
• Serve as a key liaison for insurance, compliance audits, and safety reviews.

Position Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Expertise in historic building systems, aging infrastructure, and modernization best practices.
• Commitment to cultural stewardship and maintaining architectural integrity.
• Knowledge of public procurement proces