Associate Vice President for Facilities Management, Radford University

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The Opportunity

Radford University invites applications and nominations for the Associate Vice President for Facilities Management (AVPFM). Reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration, the AVPFM leads the strategic and operational direction of a comprehensive facilities division, overseeing building maintenance, utilities, grounds, space management, leasing, and custodial services to ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality campus environment. Providing executive leadership to multidisciplinary teams, the AVPFM drives continuous improvement that aligns operations with institutional priorities while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and service excellence. The AVPFM partners with university leadership and external stakeholders to develop policies, manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and support long-term planning, including infrastructure capacity and capital initiatives. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to shape the overall campus experience overseeing all aspects of financial management, supporting planning and construction efforts, championing sustainability and efficiency while maintaining high standards in custodial operations and service delivery across the campus.
This position is ideal for a motivated leader who is passionate about facilities management with a commitment to service and looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact in a public university where ideas, individuality and spirit are welcomed. 

How to Apply

Jeremy Duff and Denice Purdue with Greenwood Asher & Associates® are assisting Radford University with this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. 

Nominations, inquiries, and questions should be directed to:

Jeremy Duff
Vice President of Executive Search
jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com 
 
Denice Perdue
Senior Executive Search Consultant
deniceperdue@greenwoodsearch.com 

Please submit full application packets (cover letter and CV/resume) at:

Radford University - AVP Facilities Management Application

For best consideration, please submit materials by May 5th, 2026.