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Director of Housing Facilities Operations - Cal State Long Beach

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Director of Housing Facilities Operations - Cal State Long Beach

ID:

101881

Application Deadline:

12/19/2024

Category:

Facilities

Company:

CSU Long Beach

Job Locations:

US-CA-Long Beach

At a glance:

Shape the future of student housing at Cal State Long Beach as the Director of Housing Facilities Operations, a pivotal role for a visionary leader passionate about creating exceptional housing experiences! This position combines strategic planning, team leadership, and facilities oversight, including managing budgets, capital projects, and facilities renewal initiatives. With oversight of a $20M budget, 50+ team members, and exciting projects—including a new housing facility opening in 2026—this role offers unparalleled opportunities to execute your vision and make a lasting impact. Join a collaborative, student-centered environment where your vision and expertise will contribute to the success of one of California's largest universities!

Description: What you'll be doing

Cal State Long Beach is recruiting a

Director of Housing Facilities Operations

to join their team in Long Beach, California. (Internally titled: Director of Housing and Residential Life Operations)

The Director of Housing Facilities Operations is a critical leadership position responsible for the management and operation of Housing and Residential Life's (HRL) facilities. This includes maintenance, custodial services, and overseeing both minor and major capital projects. With direct oversight of a multi-skilled workforce, you will drive operational excellence by planning, staffing, directing, and managing facility operations while fostering an equitable and inclusive environment for students.

By ensuring HRL facilities are safe, functional, and welcoming, you will directly contribute to enhancing campus life, student retention, and graduation success. Join a team dedicated to student-centered service and equity-minded practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct all facets of housing facilities management, including maintenance, custodial services, and infrastructure improvement projects.

Develop and implement short- and long-term goals that ensure effective and efficient operations.

Recruit, train, and evaluate staff, building a skilled and cohesive workforce.

Create a culture of collaboration, accountability, and equity.

Manage all routine maintenance, emergency repairs, and facility enhancements.

Lead capital projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

Prepare and oversee the facilities budget, ensuring strategic allocation of resources.

Monitor expenses and address project cost overruns effectively.

Cultivate strong relationships with campus partners to align goals and resolve challenges.

Serve as a visible and trusted leader within the department and across the university.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required.

At least 5 years of facilities management experience, including budget management and supervisory responsibilities.

Strong understanding of safety and risk mitigation in facilities operations.

Proven ability to supervise and manage a diverse workforce effectively.

Skilled in planning, staffing, and overseeing construction, maintenance, and custodial projects.

Familiarity with repair, construction, and alteration processes, including reading blueprints and using technical tools.

Experience with building maintenance, custodial operations, and grounds management.

Proficient in managing multiple projects, ensuring quality control, and meeting deadlines.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to create clear reports and correspondence.

Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle complex, dynamic workloads.

Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage crises, and resolve conflicts professionally.

Knowledge of building codes, fire codes, ADA requirements, and OSHA safety regulations.

Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, facility management software, and willingness to learn tools like StarRez.

Ability to work effectively in a unionized workforce environment.

Physical capability to work in various conditions, including confined spaces, outdoors, or hazardous environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree or additional relevant education or training.

7+ years of experience in housing, student services, or related university operations.

5+ years of experience managing custodial services.

Strong background in supervising within a unionized environment.

Why a career with CSU is for You:

Immerse yourself:

Being on campus allows you to enjoy renowned sporting events, artist events, world-renowned speakers. Stroll through trails, museums, and enjoy all campus has to offer.

Tuition waiver:

up to 2 courses, or 6 units, per semester for employee, spouse, registered domestic partner or eligible dependent child for any of the 23 campuses.

Mission driven culture:

Transforming the lives of a diverse student body, including first-generation students and under-represented communities.

Jury duty:

The CSU will continue an employee's salary while they are on jury duty, regardless of length of jury service.

CalPERS Retirement Plan:

CalPERS is a defined benefit retirement pension plan. Lifetime medical benefits for you, your spouse, or registered domestic partner.

403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plan:

Similar to a 401k plan.

Employees in this classification are entitled to two vacation days (16 hours) per month.

A healthier you:

Access to athletic and gym facilities on campus.

Transportation support:

Pre-tax commuter benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:

The California State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

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