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California State University Dominguez Hills

Location: CarsonCA 90747 Document ID: AD156-2L31 Posted on: 2020-02-2302/23/2020 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2020-03-24
 

Manager, Building Trades - (Administrator II), Facilities Services


CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY AT DOMINGUEZ HILLS

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Manager, Building Trades - (Administrator II), Facilities Services

Recruitment# 3493


California State University, Dominguez Hills, was established in 1960 and is one of the 23 campuses that comprise The California State University system. CSU Dominguez Hills is an urban, comprehensive public university that serves a culturally rich, diverse student body of over 12,500 students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Located on a 346-acre site in the South Bay portion of the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area, CSU Dominguez Hills has a highly pluralistic student body, which includes a significant number of non-traditional, working adult students as well as approximately 2,000 students enrolled in distance learning programs statewide. The University, with its five Academic Colleges, has more than 300 full-time faculty members and is situated in an area characterized by an extraordinary heterogeneity of people, and an extensive array of high technology industries and professional services.

Conditions of Employment:

The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

Employment is contingent upon candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift up in excess of 50 lbs.

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Position Information:
This is a full-time management (MPP) position. MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President. MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status.

This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Special Working Conditions: The incumbent may be required to work other shifts and weekends as needed.

Department: Facilities Services

Facilities Services is responsible for the upkeep, repair and maintenance of State owned and operated buildings and grounds, totaling in excess of 1,250,000 gross square feet of building space and 346 acres of grounds. Department responsibilities include the daily operations of motor pool, building mechanical and skilled trades work, including minor capital remodeling projects. The department's mission is to provide an aesthetically appealing, well-maintained, safe and comfortable physical environment conducive to learning and work.

Major Job Duties:
Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Facilities Services, the incumbent provides leadership and management of the University Building Trades Department by implementing effective management practices to achieve the goal of ensuring the adequate operation and maintenance of the University's buildings and related facilities and equipment on campus. This is a working manager position responsible for planning and coordinating the work of approximately 19 staff in several classes of building trades journey-level workers in the Facilities Services Department. This includes building maintenance workers, carpenters, electricians, locksmiths, painters, plumbers, and facilities maintenance workers in repair, maintenance, and minor construction work. The incumbent determines, develops, recommends and implements sound solutions to complex problems that may impact several functional areas. The position also plans and organizes the day-to-day operation of the Building Trades Department, motivating staff and ensuring the effective and efficient allocation of staffing, materials, and equipment using methods that reflect high quality work and accountability. Leading and developing staff is an important aspect of this position through the use of effective coaching, performance measurement and mentoring. The incumbent provides input in determining annual budgets and ensuring best practices are used in managing departmental budgets. Responsibilities also require working knowledge of a computerized management system.

Qualifications:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of methods, materials, tools, equipment, policies, procedures, principles, practices, OSHA and Industrial Safety rules applicable in all facets of building trades construction, maintenance and repair work; ability to plan, lay out schedules and supervise the work of others; ability to analyze emergency situations and take prompt actions; ability to interpret and apply applicable State and local codes, rules and regulations; ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, diagrams, manuals, operating procedures, and work from plans and specifications; must have the ability to estimate material and labor requirements; have knowledge of management and administrative practices related to supervision of a large work force; and have an understanding of building trades techniques and procedures within a complex university environment.

Ability to plan, organize, schedule, and estimate material and labor requirements for building trades; have a working knowledge of construction practices, methods and procedures; have knowledge of hazardous waste handling, asbestos and lead paint removal and disposal; and knowledge of building codes, regulations and requirements; knowledge of public works practices and procedures with regard to coordinating contract work with the Procurement and Contracts Office as well as other applicable state and local agencies; have the ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports; ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; and have the ability to perform arithmetic computations where required.

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with staff and management. Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast paced environment and the ability to prioritize workload. Be computer literate and familiar with productivity software such as MS Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint). Demonstrated ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multi-ethnic environment. Must be able to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.

Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Posses knowledge of office automation and computerized maintenance management systems, and have some experience in managing in a collective bargaining environment.

Estimating, scheduling, planning, project management and inspection, hazardous material handling.

Certification: Valid Driver's License

Experience and Education:
Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Asbestos abatement competent person and construction management certificate.

Required Experience:
Five years of experience in building trades management. Seven years of proven supervision over several employees.

Must possess journey-level skill in a building or construction trade.

Preferred Experience: Supervisory working experience within a labor union environment is preferred. Familiarity with Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) software is preferred.

Experience in Auto CAD and the preparation of specifications, estimating, and bills of materials. Four years supervisory experience within the last ten (10) years over a construction or maintenance crew.

Salary Range:
Salary is commensurate with experience.

How to apply: You can only apply by completing an electronic application at the campus job web site at http://www.csudh.edu/hr/job-opportunities/ . Click on "view job opportunities" under "New and returning applicants." View the list of jobs and click on the one with the job title listed above. Review of applications will begin 04/4/2019, and the position will remain open until filled.

CSU Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity /ADA Employer.

California State University, Dominguez Hills
Human Resources Management
1000 E. Victoria St.
Carson, CA 90747





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