University of California  Los Angeles

Assistant Director, Housing Maintenance Operations, Physical Plant

Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in financial management for multi-million dollar budgets.
  • 8-10 years of supervisory experience, managing over 100 employees including union-represented staff.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems like MAXIMO.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for effective mediation and communication.
  • Expertise in training and development of diverse staff personnel.
  • Ability to analyze customer and employee satisfaction effectively.
  • Strong understanding of building maintenance systems and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of residential buildings and grounds.
  • Manage financial aspects of operations including budgeting and cost control.
  • Supervise administrative and maintenance staff to ensure high performance.
  • Develop and implement training and recognition programs for staff.
  • Coordinate and prioritize multiple projects under changing conditions.
  • Ensure compliance with university guidelines and high customer service standards.
  • Manage complex capital improvement programs and energy conservation efforts.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one.
  • Access to a comprehensive UC retirement savings plan.
  • Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance services.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Assistant Director, Housing Maintenance Operations will oversee a wide range of duties primarily involving the maintenance and upkeep of the buildings, grounds, infrastructure, and related systems, for Housing & Hospitality facilities located primarily at both On-Campus Housing and University Apartments. Will manage supervisory, administrative, human resource, financial, purchasing, inventory, and project management duties for the department in general or for specific facilities as described above. The overall scope of this position will include, currently 12,000 resident bed spaces, 7.5 million GSF of building space, $17 million operating budget, $10 million capital improvement (major maintenance) budget, and a labor force of 40. All work is performed within budgetary perimeters and in compliance with all departmental and University guidelines. Incumbent shall independently prioritize and follow through on all assignments with minimal supervision. Incumbent shall be responsible for rapidly changing priorities, and additional projects as assigned, and shall give special consideration to completing all duties within a framework that provides a high level of customer service to all residential students, guests, and faculty members.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

  • 10+ years experience of successful planning, budgeting, financial analysis and fiscal management, including skill in budget preparation, analysis and controlling costs of multiple, multi-million dollar budgets. (Required)
  • 8-10 years experience in management and supervision, overseeing both administrative and maintenance personnel, including union-represented team members and students; encompasses a workforce of over 100 employees (Required)
  • Proven track record in successful planning, budgeting, financial analysis, and fiscal management. Skilled in preparing, analyzing, and controlling costs for multiple multi-million dollar budgets. Proficient in network-based personal computing software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and database applications. (Required)
  • Experience with MAXIMO or an equivalent maintenance management system (Preferred)
  • Effective interpersonal skills to interact tactfully with diverse university personnel and the public. Ability to mediate between conflicting parties and successfully resolve differences using appropriate conflict management techniques. (Required)
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing and supervising various personnel, including management, administrative, service, and student staff. Possesses skills and knowledge in employee development, particularly in creating and implementing effective training and recognition programs. (Required)
  • Possessing the skill and temperament to foster an open environment that encourages employee communication and positive departmental interactions. Ability to identify critical paths and coordinate workloads effectively. (Required)
  • Understanding methods for soliciting, collecting, and analyzing customer and employee satisfaction, including problem analysis, problem-solving, and needs assessment. (Required)
  • Expertise in identifying mid-range objectives based on collected data, with a proven ability to achieve long-term goals through strategic planning. Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and time constraints. (Required)
  • Proficient in the preparation of planning documents and recommendations pertaining to annual major maintenance projects. Demonstrates expertise in the establishment and implementation of energy conservation programs for Housing. Skilled in overseeing a complex and ongoing facility capital improvement program. (Required)
  • Proficient in the interpretation of construction documents, including bid contracts, general conditions, agreements, specifications, and architectural drawings. Demonstrates knowledge of computerized programs for managing work order data. (Required)
  • Proficient in managerial techniques to effectively engage staff in roles that are critical to the development and execution of a comprehensive maintenance program. Strong ability to communicate with clarity and precision through both written reports and oral presentations. (Required)
  • Possess a comprehensive understanding of plumbing, electrical systems, mechanical systems, and general building maintenance. Demonstrate knowledge of power distribution systems. Exhibit proficiency in basic drafting and design techniques relevant to electrical, mechanical, architectural, and civil engineering. Additionally, possess a strong awareness of fire safety regulations and building codes. (Required)
  • Ability to stand, climb, stoop, push, pull and crouch for extended periods of time, as required to complete job assignments. Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to drive a pick-up truck and/or van (Required)

  • Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Engineering or a related field (Preferred)
  • Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)

  • Schedule

    Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    Union/Policy Covered

    99-Policy Covered
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    The University of California, Los Angeles is a public land-grant research university in Los Angeles, California. UCLA's academic roots were established in 1881 as a teachers college then known as the southern branch of the California State Normal School. This school was absorbed with the official founding of UCLA as the Southern Branch of the University of California in 1919, making it the second-oldest of the 10-campus University of California system. UCLA offers 337 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines, enrolling about 31,600 undergraduate and 14,300 graduate and professional students. UCLA received 174,914 undergraduate applications for Fall 2022, including transfers, making the school the most applied-to university in the United States. The university is organized into the College of Letters and Science and 12 professional schools. Six of the schools offer undergraduate degree programs: the School of the Arts and Architecture, Samueli School of Engineering, Herb Alpert School of Music, School of Nursing, Luskin School of Public Affairs and School of Theater, Film and Television. Three others are graduate-level professional health science schools: the David Geffen School of Medicine, School of Dentistry and Fielding School of Public Health. The School of Education & Information Studies, Anderson School of Management and School of Law round out the university.
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