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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Job Summary

Department Summary

Housing Facilities is a unit within University Housing that partners with other units in University Housing to provide a seamless residential experience for residents. Housing Facilities has two component areas: Operations and Systems & Programs. The unit and department are part of Student Life. There are approximately 225 employees working in Housing Facilities. The mission statement of University Housing: To create and sustain diverse learning-centered residential communities that furthers the goals of the University. Through partnership with others, we provide quality programs, services and facilities for those we serve.

Job Summary

This is a leadership position for all activities related to project development and management, operational project and maintenance activities, skilled trades activities, life safety coordination, and maintenance/skilled trades training activities in residence halls and apartments. The Associate Director assists in the development and implementation of a student-centered work environment collaborating with other areas of University Housing and Student Life to develop supporting goals, objectives, policies and procedures that ensure a diverse, enriching residential living environment.

Responsibilities*

35% Daily Operations:

Provide leadership for daily operations of all activities related to skilled trades work, operational projects including those utilizing outside contractors (as well as Regional Maintenance), and maintenance technical support/trouble shooting. Establish work management and controls in order to: Optimize use of staffing, equipment, and materials; Improve facilities and equipment maintenance including both the technical aspects and methodology; Minimize equipment and system breakdowns; Reduce overall maintenance costs by achieving the most from each maintenance dollar spent. Maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty and the public.

* Oversee personnel working a variety of schedules and roles in the Housing Facilities unit.

* Supervise Skilled Trades Foreman and Area Maintenance Coordinators, and other staff as assigned.

* Assist with the leadership and oversight of unit level human resource functions.

* Oversees departmental compliance with all applicable University, state, and federal codes and standards with deliberate focus on life safety systems and protocols.

* Analyze life cycle of departmental equipment, and oversee preventative maintenance program.

* Ensure uniform administration of policies and procedures.

* Develop emergency response procedures and maintain recall rosters for emergencies after normal work hours.

10% Strategic Planning:

Address strategic planning, best practices, performance and service standards, work methods, technical support, administration of policies and procedures, and periodic inspections to audit success and conformance to standards.

* Long and Short Range Facilities Planning, with the intent of addressing operational and capital project planning (e.g., a 1-year plan, a short term 3 year plan and long term 10+ year plan).

* Assist and participate in the strategic planning efforts for facilities operations and University Housing.

* Assist in leading change management processes by using trend analysis, forecasting, and communication planning.

* Assist in the development of priorities and implementation strategies for operational functions.

25% Staff Development and Training

Responsible to lead, teach and develop managers and staff to maximize potential. Responsible for staff selection, training evaluation, promotion and discipline. Create an environment of motivation, participation and opportunity for employee engagement.

* Foster an environment that encourages accountability and helping all staff to creatively solve and take ownership of problems. Encourage open communication and create an environment of inclusiveness, focusing on positive staff morale.

* Assist in the development, implementation and coordination of effective and pertinent staff training in the operational maintenance arena, with specific focus on life safety.

25% Fiscal Stewardship

Responsible for departmental budget/expense oversight in area of responsibility including salary/benefits, overtime, contracted services, support strategic vendor process, procurement of supplies and equipment, and prioritization of operational projects and bids.

* Exercise strong stewardship of University resources by tracking project budgets and reviewing whole ranges of service level agreements

* Provide working knowledge and expertise to inform the procurement process for fire protection and area maintenance

* Assist in the management and strategizing of the annual budget. Oversee expenditure of university funds within assigned area of responsibility

* Assist the director in managing contracted services and repairs; providing needed documentation for bid processes and audits success of programs

* Prepare plans and specifications for acquisition of supplies and equipment

* Assists with the leadership oversight of project planning and sets priorities for operational projects related to building systems

* Assists in the oversight of facility audits and preventative maintenance contracts

5% Other:

Acts as liaison with other University service departments and community groups. Advisor to Co-Directors of Facilities and back up as required in Director of Facilities Operations absence. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

* Bachelor's degree in institutional or facility management or an equivalent combination of education and experience

* Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

* Demonstrated experience in a progressively responsible administrative or management leadership role in an institutional environment, supervising various classifications of staff

* Experience working with collective bargaining agreements

* Knowledge of building maintenance, heating, cooling, air conditioning, electrical systems and custodial standards

* Significant experience with computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel and Gmail

Desired Qualifications*

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

* Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, federal and state laws that govern facilities management

* Significant experience functioning in a higher education leadership/management capacity

* Three years' maintenance supervision and knowledge of maintenance & custodial operations

* Experience with operational project administration

* Experience with asset management software

Additional Information

PLEASE NOTE: Actual salary commensurate with experience, education and equity factors.

Position Criteria:

* Ability to work effectively in a diverse and multicultural environment

* Facilities leadership experience

Financial/Budgetary Responsibility

Responsible for managing a budget of $900,000 from Capital Projects

Working conditions

Typical working schedule is M-F business hours (7:30 a.m. -- 4:00 p.m.), but may require some additional hours on evenings and weekends

Physical requirements

Able to maintain a static position for extended periods of time; move throughout facilities as needed

Ability to manipulate and gather objects from various positions, often at low heights and from awkward positions

Ability to ascend/descend ladders

This position requires inspection of sites

Direct reports

2 Area Maintenance Coordinators and 1 Trades Manager

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

* Job Opening ID 154710

* Working Title Associate Director, Operational Maintenance

* Job Title Physcl Plt/Fac Mgmt Assoc Dir

* Work Location Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

* Full/Part Time Full-Time

* Regular/Temporary Regular

* FLSA Status Exempt

* Organizational Group Dsa Housing Services

* Department Facilities

* Posting Begin/End Date 3/05/2018 -- 3/19/2018

* Career Interest Facilities Operations

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